Cockroaches
Cockroaches are among the most disgusting pests. There are a few varieties that include American, German, Oriental, and more. They are all well-known for spreading bacteria all over your counters, floors, and more. They also breed quickly and can get all over your house in no time.
In order to ensure these disgusting critters don’t infest your home, consider the following tips:
- Clean and vacuum your house often.
- Take out your garbage regularly.
- Check any packages you receive before bringing them indoors.
- Close off gaps to the exterior of your house.
- Replace or repair damaged and ripped window and door screens.
Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are pretty bad in St. Louis. They are very common and a big issue to deal with. Not only do they leave itchy bumps after they suck your blood, but they also are known for spreading viruses and diseases. While not every mosquito is infected, there are enough out there that you want to avoid them when you can. This includes on your property.
Below are some tips for avoiding a mosquito infestation on your property:
- Don’t leave standing water around your home.
- Cut your grass short.
- Turn any containers and buckets outside upside down.
- Remove stumps, branches, and debris from your property.
- Fill in any holes in your yard that may collect water.
Ants
It’s important to remember that ants aren’t solo critters. They come in colonies. If you see a few, you can bet that there are more somewhere. They can get into your food, spread bacteria, and even sting.
In order to ensure ants don’t create a colony in your home, consider these tips:
- Get rid of fallen branches, piles, and debris from your yard.
- Rinse out containers and cans before tossing them away.
- Use weather-stripping on your doors and windows.
- Put food away after you are done eating it.
spiders
Spiders are a pretty big issue in St. Louis. There are quite a few different types of spiders around, like wolf spiders, black widows, brown recluses, and more. Some spiders are relatively harmless, while others have a bite that can lead to a trip to the emergency room.
If you don’t want a spider infestation in your home, consider these tips:
- Repair any damage to your door and window screens.
- Remove rock and wood piles, debris, and overgrown vegetation from your yard.
- Close your windows and doors when not using them.
- Check the outside of your home for openings.
- Get rid of spiderwebs when you see them.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are small but extremely annoying insects. As their name implies, bed bugs are often found in beds—but they can also make their way to other pieces of furniture throughout the house. Bed bugs feed on blood—which makes you their ideal meal. Their bites are annoying and itchy, which can lead to infections from scratching.
In order to avoid bed bugs, consider these tips:
- Clean and vacuum your home regularly—including your mattress.
- Wash clothing when you bring it home from shopping.
- Wash your sheets regularly.
- Avoid purchasing used furniture.
- Wash your clothing when you return home from traveling.
Rodents
Whether they are rats or mice, no one likes to look down and see a rodent scurrying across the floor. Rodents are well-known for being spreaders of disease. On top of this, they will get into your food, destroy your home, and chew through your wires.
In order to avoid rodents causing mayhem, consider these tips:
- Take out your garbage often.
- Vacuum and clean your home often.
- Use your garbage disposal.
- Put away your food once you are finished eating.
- Close your windows and doors when not using them.
Wasps/Hornets
No one likes having a wasp or hornet nest on their property. These pests are extremely mean and nasty. They are quick to attack and have no remorse. They can also sting multiple times, which makes them even more of a nightmare. For some, wasps and hornets are even more dangerous. Some people are allergic to wasps and hornets, and a sting can lead to a trip to the hospital. Instead of risking your own safety trying to get rid of wasps or hornets, contact a pest control company like Nationwide Pest Control. We’ll send a specialist out to get rid of the nest and make sure the wasps or hornets don’t come back.
Ticks
Ticks are parasites that attach themselves to people and animals. These parasites live off of their host’s blood. Not only are ticks annoying, but they are also extremely dangerous. Ticks spread a variety of different diseases—some of which are deadly. If you notice your pet, a family member or you have a tick or ticks, make sure you take care of it immediately.
In order to prevent ticks moving forward, consider these tips:
- Cut your bushes and remove dense vegetation.
- Cut your lawn regularly.
- Use tick control programs to keep your pets safe from ticks.
- Vacuum and clean regularly.
Termites and carpenter ants
Termites and carpenter ants are extremely dangerous, but in a way that is different from a lot of pests. Instead of biting and spreading viruses, they eat away at your property and cause massive structural damage. This damage can take hours and thousands of dollars to repair if the infestation gets bad enough. They are both small pests and hide away in the walls. As soon as you notice them, though, you need to take immediate action. These types of pests are not the kind that you’ll want to deal with on your own. To ensure they are fully removed, hire a pest control company like Nationwide. We will make sure they are all gone, and they won’t come back.
