Household pests are a nuisance and could pose serious health risks. Unfortunately, you cannot eradicate them by merely squashing them on the ground or cleaning out the area. Pests multiply by the dozen, and this can lead to a heavy infestation in just a short time. Here are five signs that you need to hire a professional pest terminator:
Spotting pests
Sightings of pest, such as cockroaches, around the home is the most obvious sign that you need an exterminator. You find these annoying creatures in drawers, under cushions, in your pile of laundry, or in worst cases, crawling in your bed. If you are spotting cockroaches on your every turn, this is a sign of a much bigger problem that calls for an expert terminator.
Furniture damage
You may notice scratches on your furniture, doors or cabinets accompanied by a trail of wood dust. These scratches are a sign of mice gnawing at your wooden furniture when nobody is looking. You need to inspect the affected furniture to determine the extent of the damage. For instance, a wooden cabinet may become weak due to constant gnawing and come crashing down.
Stinging insects
A wasp invasion in your home is a scary thought considering the danger they may pose. Inspect the garage, dark corners, and the porch for wasp nests. Even the smallest nest could attract a swarm of wasps that could attack you or your child. Do not attempt to dismantle the nest as this will agitate the wasps. A pest control team will bring the right protective gear and safely remove the nest.
Wood boring insects
Timber homes are prone to insect attacks especially if the timber is left untreated. Carpenter bees, ants, termites and powderpost beetles can wreak havoc on the structure by boring into the wood columns. They dig tunnels and lay eggs thus paving the way for a new generation of pests. If you do not stop them in their tracks, these insects can weaken the structure of your home and could bring it down over time.
Bite marks, droppings
Some household pests like bedbugs leave a bite mark while rodents leave droppings in their tracks. Inspect your home thoroughly for animal droppings and urine and be on the lookout for skin rashes or bite marks. Other signs include ant mounds especially in the kitchen or dining area where food particles are present.
Conclusion
Eradicating household pests can be an arduous task as inadequate treatments will fail miserably. For best results, enlist pest control experts to tackle this unpleasant chore.
Share31 January 2018
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