5 Ways to Avoid a Cockroach Infestation
The cockroach is one of the most notorious pests there is. Their invasiveness, ability to spread germs and persistence has plagued humanity for decades. Instead of waiting until cockroaches appear for you to fix the issue, you should be protecting your home against a cockroach infestation before they ever get in. To that end, here are the steps that you need to take to avoid a cockroach infestation.
Keep Your Food Sealed and Away
Cockroaches are omnivores that will eat everything that you do. If you leave food out of the fridge or cupboard and you live in an area prone to cockroaches, there is a very good chance they will try to move in. Prevent this from happening by sealing your food in airtight containers and putting it away in your cabinets, refrigerator or freezer when not being used or eaten. Additionally, throwing uneaten food out instead of letting it sit on plates in the sink will help.
Keep Your Home Clean
No matter how careful we are, we splash drinks, spill containers, drop crumbs and leave messes. Food related messes are a part of our routines, especially when we cook. We see a few crumbs on the counter or dirty dishes crusted with recently cooked food as harmless; cockroaches on the other hand see this as a source of food, so leaving any amount of food out is just as bad as letting an entire plate of food sit out. Cockroaches also need water to survive, so be sure to wipe up any stray splashes of water when you are done cooking, even if you have a stone countertop that can handle it.
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Do Raccoons Hibernate? And 3 More Winter Pest Control Questions Answered
Canadians have to endure a difficult winter season every year, and for some of us more than 1/3rd of our calendar year is spent under snow. Though as humans we’re able to bundle up and turn up the heat, many pests are not so lucky and try to find a home elsewhere. If you’ve ever wondered where bugs, insects and rodents go in the winter you aren’t alone. So if you’re questioning, do raccoons hibernate or fruit flies just die off, this is important information.
Do Raccoons Hibernate?
Raccoons are one of the most frustrating intruders in garbage bins and compost containers during the summer.
But when the snow begins to fall, you may assume that these pests will go away. This however is not the case, as raccoons don’t hibernate, they simply adapt to the weather. By building up fat storages during late summer and early fall, and simultaneously developing a thick winter coat, raccoons can stay warm and keep scavenging your bins for dinner.
Why Bed Bug Spray Won't Solve Your Pest Problems
If your home or commercial space has been infested by bed bugs, it can be tempting to use bed bug spray to fix it. After all it may seem like the most inexpensive solution. The reality though is that while bed bug spray may seem to give you results, it is unlikely to be long lasting. Your best and most affordable option is to let the professionals get the job done right the first time.
Bed Bug Spray Won’t Kill Eggs
Bed bug sprays are designed for one thing, killing live bed bugs. While this is one step in a comprehensive process of getting rid of them, it’s not enough. If you have bed bugs then you can assume you also have bed bug eggs. Without killing the eggs before they hatch, you’ll only stop the infestation for a short period of time. You could have new bed bugs hatch literally moments after you use a bed bug spray.
How to Tell the Difference Between A Mouse and Rat Infestation
Rats and mice are two rodents that are hard to tell apart. For rodent control efforts to be successful, it is important to be able to tell which animal has to decide to make your home their own. Given mice and rats have different behaviors and intelligence levels, knowing which you are dealing with will give you the best chance of successfully removing them.
Behavior
One of the differences between mice and rats is behavior. Rats are very cautious while mice are very curious, meaning they will come out of hiding at different times. Rats will not come out of a hiding place until they have become used to the environment; mice however will quickly make themselves at home and begin to investigate the property. This means that you will notice a mouse infestation early on, whereas you will notice other signs of a rat infestation before actually seeing a rat.
Need Pest Control Services For Your Business? Affordable Pest Control Can Help!
No business wants a pest infestation. Unfortunately however many businesses provide an ideal living environment for the pest’s survival, with things like accessible food and water and a warm place to sleep. Infestations can destroy a businesses’ reputation, cause significant property damage, and seriously impact the health and safety of customers and employees. Spotting one pest is an indication that there could be hundreds more lurking below your floors or between your walls. Don’t wait to accumulate evidence of an extreme infestation, as pests reproduce rapidly and their numbers take over. The following four tips will help reduce the likelihood of pest invasions in your business.
1. Keep Clean
Keeping your business clean reduces pests’ ability to obtain food, water, and shelter. Reduce any clutter, such as bags, cardboard, or bottles. Rooms need to be vacuumed thoroughly, including any area that may come into contact with food like under stoves, fridges and in break rooms. After vacuuming, vacuum bags should be sealed and thrown out. Appliances also need to be cleaned, inside and out. Cockroaches specifically like smaller appliances such as toasters, coffee machines and microwave ovens, which need to be unplugged, thoroughly vacuumed, and cleaned.
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