Mice
During the winter, mice looking for shelter and food often reside in human homes. This can be an unwelcome surprise, but luckily there are steps homeowners can take to safely and effectively get rid of them. Prevention is key – mice only require a hole as small as 1/4 inch to enter a home, so caulking or sealing all openings and entry points is essential. Removing access to food sources like garbage bins, pet food dishes, and crumbs is also critical.
Cleaning up after yourself is one of the essential things you can do when trying to ward off pests such as mice from entering your home this winter season! Traps can help catch any mice already in the home, though setting multiple traps can ensure better success. Traditional trap types include snap traps and electronic traps, which you should regularly and their contents disposed of immediately.
Fleas
Fleas are surprisingly active during the winter months. The cold weather can drive many other pests away, but fleas survive the season by trying to take shelter in warm, cozy homes. Unfortunately, when summer comes around, all those dormant adult fleas explode into life and quite literally ravage the home with hopping irritation. During winter, homeowners may not be as diligent about keeping their living space free from fleas because of a false sense that the cold weather is enough protection from this pest.
Thankfully, getting rid of them is relatively simple if one follows the proper steps: vacuum frequently; use a spray or powder on furniture and carpets; wash bedding in hot water; keep outdoor areas free of debris; and ask your veterinarian for help with pet treatments. Taking these steps helps protect your home against flea infestation so that you and your family never have to deal with a chaotic invasion of jumping bugs ever again!
Spiders
Spiders are one of the most common winter pests around. With the dropping temperatures, they look for a warm place to rest, such as your home. Though some species of spiders can be harmless, others can be pretty dangerous. For instance, black widow and brown recluse spiders have venom that can be harmful if it comes in contact with human skin.
Fortunately, there are a few helpful preventive methods homeowners can take to reduce their chances of dealing with a spider infestation. First and foremost, you should plug any cracks or holes in windows and doors where the spiders could gain entrance. It is also important to regularly clear away any cobwebs or spider webs you find already existing around the home. Lastly, store food in air-tight containers so that there is no attraction for spiders outside your residence into their new habitat inside your walls.
Flies
Flies can be a significant problem during the winter months. Due to their migratory activities, they often make their way into homes, where they can spread germs and cause an unpleasant odor. Fortunately, some simple solutions exist to get rid of flies during the winter. Start by keeping windows and doors closed whenever possible.
A lot of flies come in through open access points. Additionally, thoroughly cleaning all surfaces in the home will reduce the number of available food sources for flies. Finally, traps or baits can catch or lure out any remaining pests. With these tips in mind, you should be well on your way to enjoying a fly-free winter!
These Common Winter Pests Today!
If you have problems with common winter pests, such as ants, mice, spiders, or flies, don’t worry — there is a solution! By taking a few simple steps, including vacuuming frequently and using insecticides and traps as needed, you can successfully get rid of these pests for good. So why wait? Protect your home and family from unwanted pests today!​
