For the Home

• Prune back any tree branches or shrubbery from your house and clean up the clippings.
• Move any woodpiles away from the house.
• Open garbage containers attract pests - keep the containers closed and clean.
• Repair fascia, sofits, and rotted roof shingles immediately; some insects are drawn to deteriorating wood.
• Keep your basement, attic, and crawlspace well-ventilated and dry.
• When you're outside doing yard work, take a minute to look around your house and seal up any cracks or holes that would be good entry point for insects or rodents.
• Be on the lookout for loose or worn weather-stripping around windows and doors.
• Call a local pest control professional to inspect for pests and rodents, identify the problem and control the pests safely.