Most of the year feels like summer, but we do get a small taste of winter in Florida, followed by a few weeks of spring before summer rolls around. Spring is often the most beautiful time of year, but it’s also the time for unwanted pests. Battling with these bugs is never a fun experience, which is why it’s a good idea to reach out to professional pest control services.
Most people also begin the ritual of spring cleaning after spending months hibernating in their cozy homes to escape the cool winter weather. Dusting off summer wardrobes, stripping flannel sheets, and throwing open the curtains are just part of the routine of spring cleaning. While spring cleaning can make us feel fantastic, it’s also a great time to keep your home pest-free to avoid any issues.
Pests are always searching for all the same things as every other member of the animal kingdom, which includes 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. In other words, it’s a win-win situation and well worth the extra effort.
Throughout the last several months, you might have baked cookies and enjoyed delicious treats with your family, friends, and loved ones. Unfortunately, baking cookies and other treats can attract pests. Most pests have a powerful sense 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.
Always Clean Your Surfaces
The first step in limiting pests in your home is to clean all of the surfaces. Once 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 dinner table, and the buffet where you served Christmas dinner. Don’t forget about your counters, and then move down from there until you get to your floors.
Clean Your Floors
Your floors also 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 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. Most people forget to do this important step. You might even find a few long-lost treasures that have been hidden from view. Keeping these areas clean will also limit the chance of dealing with any pests.
Spring cleaning gives us a much-needed fresh start. However, one of the best ways to keep unwanted bugs from taking over your house is to contact a pest control company. Pests can find a way into your home even with your best efforts, which is why routine pest services are a necessity. Hiring professionals will give you peace of mind, and you won’t have to worry about dealing with pests.
If you need more information about our pest control services, reach out to our office today.
