TIP! Before you purchase a home, have it checked out by a reputable pest control company. Certain signs of infestation are easy to recognize, but keep in mind that you have no way of knowing what kind of pest is hiding under the home or in the insulation until you stay in the home for a few days.

Pets problems in the home and/or office can be annoying, and hazardous to one’s health. While getting rid of the pests completely can be difficult and costly, you must take steps to control the population. Use the following advice to prevent pests from ruining your home.

TIP! There are dogs that are specially trained to detect termites. A human that looks for termites may only be able to see if a third or so of your house is safe.

Begin your pest control from ground zero. If you have a pest problem, eliminate their food source. You are likely providing food, shelter and water to the pests right now. Look to see you do not have food scraps laying around. Plug any potential entryways. Look for sources of water leakage.


Don’t buy a home without having a professional exterminator examine it first. Some pest problems are easy to spot, but others pests may be invisible because they hide in the home’s foundation or insulation. You won’t be able to identify these problems with a simple walkthrough.

TIP! You should fix screens around the house if you have flying insects. Flying pests can get through screens that are not functional.

A trained dog can help sniff out the termites in your home. A dog can find termites better than a person who inspects homes for pests. If you get a dog that can find them, they most likely ensure the safety of your entire residence. These dogs sniff out methane gas, which directly comes from termites eating your wood.

Flying Insects

TIP! Repair all leaks in your plumbing. Moist environments attract pests.

Repair all of your screens if flying insects are prevalent in your area. Screens on your doors and windows can not only prevent flyi