How To Eliminate Annoying Pests And Vermin
Do you have a recurring problem with fruit flies? You may have to check your drain for consistency. Tape a piece of plastic wrap over drains for a couple of days, and see if these pesky little flies pop up. If you find some, pour a little boiling water down the drain and then scrub it well. This should prevent them from breeding in there.
Having exterior lights on your home can be great for entertaining or for preventing burglars from breaking in, but they can also attract pests. If outdoor lights are necessary, use yellow, orange or pink bulbs to keep pests at bay.
Plant bushes several feet from your home's exterior. Every type of vegetation is a natural home for just about every pest that you can imagine. By placing the brush within close proximity of the home, you run the risk of these insects invading through windows or doors.
Be sure to rinse containers thoroughly before you add them to your recycle bin. Rinse soda cans and bottles carefully so the sugar does not attract pests. Get the soda pop completely out of the can. Then you can store it in your home or garage without worrying about it attracting pests.
Are you dealing with ants? Sugar and borax can be mixed together to rid you of them. Borax in the sugar will kill the ants. A cup of borax and a cup of sugar will do it. Make holes in the lid and sprinkle it on your home's baseboards and foundation.
One pest that is known for being hard to eliminate is fleas. Thankfully, you can use several methods for eliminating fleas and their eggs. Start by vacuuming them every day and then using a flea spray. Always toss out your vacuum bag once you are finished cleaning your living space.
Research the type of pests that may be in or around your house. It is a good idea to see what exactly is attracting them to your house and the best way to get rid of them. This research technique is effective in eliminating pests.
If you have cats and dogs, never use rat poison. If your pet catches a rodent that has eaten the poison, it can be potentially deadly. You don't want to have these types of traps when children are around either. Children can easily confuse the pellet shaped poisons as candy.
If your bug problem persists, you might not be using pesticides correctly. Only spraying the outside of your actual home keeps the pests inside. When spraying outside your home, also spray inside your home.
Deal with bee hives and wasp nests at night or in the evening. You can use a can of spray foam (available at home improvement centers) to take care of unwanted bee hives. These foams can safely kill bees from a distance. The best thing to do is to spray the beehive after sunset when bees are less active. Then check it a few days later and respray if necessary. After you are positive that you've killed all the bees, you can remove the hive.
It is empowering when you educate yourself. Get going and do battle with the insects. You should feel confident enough to do it because you have the ability to do it.
