Pest Control in Crawl Spaces and Basements

Your house is a great place to live. If you don’t agree, just ask any termite, carpenter ant, rodent, spider, or any other household pest. They’re happy to take advantage of your living space in any way they can- even if they’re damaging wood, getting in to food, ruining personal belongings, or spreading bacteria, allergens, and disease throughout the home. As long as your home is a reliable source of food, warmth, and moisture, you’re vulnerable to pests. And one thing’s for sure: they’re not going anywhere on their own. Fortunately, there are some good preventative measures that can be taken to help keep the home free of pests.

Mouse Infestation Pest Control Do-it-yourself pest control methods such as traps, baits, and sprays will offer some help, but a medium or large infestation is always best handled by an expert. Good Housekeeping Magazine recommends that you have an expert identify your specific pests to carefully explain all treatment options. A good inspector should be able to identify your specific pest and explain all treatment options in detail. They should also recommend steps to prevent future infestations and recommend things that will help stop infestations, such as removing piled brush against the foundation. Try to find a pro that’s been in the business for a long time and has a system in place to quickly and efficiently respond to emergencies.

Cockroach Pest Control
Of course, preventing the problem in the first place is always the best way to protect the home. Pests that do not enter your home do no damage to it and do not compromise your health by adding their viruses, bacteria, parasites, and allergens to your living space. Encapsulating the crawl space, dehumidifying the spaces below the home, and pumping groundwater leaks away with a reliable sump pump are all excellent ways to protect your home. Below is a list of common household pests and how to prevent them from infesting your home: