When you live in Central Florida, the idea of seasons can be difficult to imagine. Most of the year feels like summer. Then for several months, we get a tiny taste of winter followed by a few weeks of what is, unquestionably, spring. This time of year (before it becomes unbearably hot outside) is the most dependably beautiful time of the year in Florida.
It’s also the time of year when all our flowers and plants begin to bloom, creating a lovely combination of seasonal allergies and unwanted pests. All sarcasm aside, we see an uptick in service calls this season as families begin their battle with the bugs for the first time this year.
After many months of hibernating in their cozy home to escape the cool winter weather, most people are beginning the ritual of spring cleaning. They are dusting off their summer wardrobes, stripping their flannel sheets, and throwing open the curtains for a peek at the unbelievably beautiful weather outside. Spring cleaning can make us feel fantastic, and it’s also an incredible tool for helping us keep our home pest free.
Pests are searching for all the same things as every other member of the animal kingdom, including humans. They want water, food, and shelter. So, if we can eliminate their access to those things within our homes, we are more likely to see a decrease in pests living among us.
Throughout the last several months, you baked cookies and enjoyed delicious treats with your family, friends, and loved ones, the results of which are more than likely spread all over your house. Pests have powerful senses of smell, which is how they can find their way into your home from outside and directly toward a plate of cookies sitting on your counter.
Clean Your Surfaces
When you strip away their access to food, they will leave and find it elsewhere. Begin by wiping down all of your surfaces, the side tables next to your couch, the buffet where you served Christmas dinner, your dining table, and all your counters, and then move down from there until you get to your floors.
Clean Your Floors
Your floors deserve a good scrub. The tile in your kitchen, the hardwoods in your living room, and even the carpets in your bedrooms have seen a lot of indoor activity in the last few months. If you don’t have the equipment to care for your floors on your own, consider calling a cleaning company that can take care of them. You’ll be amazed how much better your home feels when the floors and surfaces are clean.
Clean Behind And Under Everything
Remember to clean behind all of your furniture beneath the cushions of your couches, underneath your beds, and in your children’s room. You’ll be amazed at the treasures you can find hidden from view.
Spring cleaning gives us a fresh start and a clean slate. However, just as soon as you complete your deep clean you’ll find an icky bug crawling across your pristine countertop. To keep unwanted bugs from taking over your home you’ll have to trust the most effective pest control tool which will always be professional help from a licensed pest control service. When you commit to recurring pest control treatments, you can rest assured that your home will never be without the care it deserves. For more information about our pest control services, contact our office today.
