A Less Pest Spring To-Do List

As the warmer weather moves in, we all spring into action, including those pesky, unwanted intruders!

If you’re looking for a way to prevent some of those intruders from entering your home, try hitting some or even ALL of these points on this Spring Ahead Cleaning Checklist below and have a happy and hopefully pest-free spring season!

Spring Ahead Cleaning Checklist

• Check your roof (or hire a professional) for any leaks
• Sweep up cobwebs and clean out nooks and crannies where spiders and other insects may dwell

• Repair any screen damage before opening those windows and screen doors to let in that spring air (You probably don’t want to let insects in as well!)
• Check for gaps around windows and doors
• Clear and replace old mulch
• Check for evidence of moisture or condensation around plumbing or windows
• Make sure garbage containers are properly sealed and stored
• Clear old shrubbery away from the home
• Clean out gutters
• Clean out pantries and around appliances in the kitchen to pick up any food debris
• Check to make sure pet food is stored in sealed containers
• Clean out any unneeded clutter in storage areas where pests can hide
• Check your yard and eliminate sources of standing water
• Keep moisture down by making use of a dehumidifier in your basement
• Call your preferred pest management company to inspect for any potential problems