Is Your Home Fallproof?

The weather is cooler, the leaves are starting to change colors, and my TV is always on football.  The signs of fall are all around.  Those summer time insects will soon be gone, and we can be pest free for awhile, right?  Not exactly!  As the weather gets cooler, many insects and rodents look for warmer places to spend the winter.  Your warm and cozy home can be very inviting.  Over the next few weeks, I will highlight some different pests that are common in the fall.  No matter the pest, however, here are some tips to help keep them out of your home this fall.

• Inspect the perimeter of your home.
• Seal as many holes and cracks on the outside of the house as possible.  This is especially important on the south and west sides where the sun heats the home. 
• Seal up cracks around doors and windows.
• Make sure there are tight fitting screens on all foundation and attic vents.
• Remove any sources of standing water.
• Trim tree limbs and bushes near your home.
• Remove piles of leaves or debris.
• Seal around pipes.
• Clean regularly!  Wipe off couter tops and sweep daily to remove leftover food crumbs or spills. 
• Store food in airtight containers.
• Rinse out food containers and drink cans before disposing them.
• Get rid of clutter.
• Wipe down baseboards.
• Properly clean clothing before storing for winter.

It's simple.  Do your best to prevent pests from entering by eliminating any points of entry.  Then, make the ones that got through want to leave by eliminating food and water sources indoors.  Whether you would like help preventing pests in the first place or you've already come across that problem pest, Mid-Georgia Pest Control would be happy to serve your needs.  Call today at (770)962-4240 to set up an inspection and learn about our pest prevention program.