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What Are Pests?

Pests are organisms that negatively affect humans, animals, crops, or property. Common household pests include ants, cockroaches, rodents, termites, spiders, mosquitoes, and bedbugs. They are attracted by food, water, shelter, and warmth, and can carry diseases, damage structures, and contaminate food.

How Pests Enter Homes

• Cracks and gaps in walls, doors, windows, and foundations.
• Plumbing openings or ventilation pipes.
• Contaminated items brought from outside, like grocery bags, boxes, or furniture.
• Vegetation or mulch touching the building exterior can serve as a bridge for insects.

Common Signs of Pest Infestations

• Droppings, shed skins, or wings.
• Strange odors from urine or decaying pests.
• Chewed wires, insulation, or furniture.
• Nesting materials, burrows, or holes in walls and floors.

Pests’ Preferred Conditions

• Moisture: Leaky pipes, condensation, damp basements.
• Food: Crumbs, pet food, pantry items.
• Clutter: Boxes, cardboard, stored items provide hiding places.
• Warmth: Pests thrive in warm indoor spaces during colder months.

Prevention Tips

• Seal entry points: Caulk cracks, use weather stripping.
• Maintain cleanliness: Sweep, mop, and store food in sealed containers.
• Reduce moisture: Fix leaks, ventilate damp areas, use dehumidifiers.
• Declutter storage areas: Avoid cardboard and stacks of papers.
• Yard maintenance: Keep vegetation and mulch away from house walls.