Seasonal changes are a good reminder for homeowners to inspect the parts of a house that are easy to overlook. Rodents and insects do not need a wide-open door to get inside. Gaps around exterior penetrations, damaged screens, worn door seals and openings around rooflines can provide access.
Start with a slow walk around the property. Look at the foundation, garage, siding, vents, utility connections and areas where additions or different building materials meet. Tree branches and dense vegetation touching the structure should also be trimmed back where practical.
Inside the home, reduce easy food and water sources. Store dry foods securely, avoid leaving pet food out overnight, clean underneath appliances and address plumbing leaks. Basements, storage rooms and garages should be kept organized enough that unusual droppings, nesting material or gnawing can be noticed quickly.
Homeowners should also pay attention to sounds after dark. Scratching or movement in walls, ceilings or attics can be an early indication of rodent activity. A few signs do not always reveal the size of the problem, which is why identifying entry points is as important as dealing with the pests already inside.
If you’re already hearing scratching in the walls, it might be time to call in the pros. A local team that handles pest control in Vaughan can pin down what you’re dealing with and get it sorted.
contributed by Rocco Beninato
Quality Affordable Pest Control
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