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Springtime Pests in Alabama. Here are just a few of the critters found in Alabama that you may need spring pest control services for:
- Rodents
- Moths
- Roaches
- Mosquitoes
- Bees and Wasp
- Spiders
- Termites
Here are a few of our best tips for springtime pest control that you can tackle at home.
Indoor Chores. Your spring cleaning chores to prevent pests indoors should include decluttering under beds and other hidden areas, dusting around cracks in baseboards and doorways, sweeping and wiping up the debris of dust and food from floors and surfaces, sanitizing surfaces, clearing cobwebs, and vacuuming carpeted areas.
Outdoor Maintenance. To prevent pests from nesting or otherwise residing on your property outdoors, keep your yard clear of leaf piles, puddles, and damp wood as best as possible. Also, be sure to mend any gaps or cracks outside your home that critters could crawl through and clear out gutters that run along roofing and siding.
Food Storage. Most pests tend to enjoy human food as much as you do and have great senses of smell. Store food in air-tight containers to block the scent from any pests lurking nearby.
Plant a Decoy Wasp Nest. Did you know that wasps won’t build nests in places where there’s already a nest? If there’s one spot on your property where wasps can’t seem to stay away from, purchase a decoy nest and plant it there. Don’t worry, wasps won’t try to move into it because they stick to their own colonies!
Protect Windows. Cracking open a window can let in some much-needed fresh air, especially if you’ve been bottled up at home all day. However, if you open a window and there’s no screen, or the screen is damaged, fresh air likely won’t be the only thing coming through. Prevent flies and other pests from entering your home by replacing or repairing broken and torn window screens and keeping them clean.
When to Call a Pest Control Expert. Although the above recommendations can be effective in preventing pests, you’ll need professional help dealing with an infestation or for routine checkups. If you typically have a problem with certain pests in spring, it’s best to have a pest control specialist come and spray for them. At Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, we have proudly served Alabama families since 1965. Whether you need us for fall, summer, winter, or spring pest control, we’re glad to help protect you and your family with our effective solutions! Call us at 205-663-4200 or visit www.vulcantermite.com to learn more about our affordable, effective pest control solutions.
-Vulcan Termite & Pest Control, Inc
205-663-4200
