Spring Pest Control Checklist for Bryan and College Station
As we come out of winter, it is a good time for homeowners and business owners to re-evaluate basic pest control measures to make sure that those steps are all in good working order. In this blog, we create a DIY checklist to help you maintain seasonal defenses against pests.
DIY Checklist for Bryan and College Station
- Window Screen and Dining Area Screens for Outdoor Dining Areas – A quick check of screening material is key. Look to make sure there are no hole or gaps, that the screen fits snuggly into its frame, and that the screening material is sturdy. Doing so helps keep insects – mosquitoes, flies, and wasps – out of your house or business
- [ ] Screens are Intact
- [ ] Screens fit Snuggly into Frame
- [ ] Screening material is sturdy
- Vent Cover Screens – Buildings typically have two layers of screens – one that vents the foundation and one that vents the attic or plumbing. The screens help keep pests -birds and squirrels – out of your walls and attic and – skunks, raccoon, squirrels, and rodents – out from under your building.
- [ ] Screens are Intact
- [ ] Screens fit Snuggly into Frame
- [ ] Screening material is sturdy
- Garbage and Recycling – Review both types of containers to make sure they are mammal, rodent, and human proof, and that their location is not one that invites pests into your home or business.
- [ ] Check to make sure the containers are lockable and that the lock is secure
- [ ] Check to make sure that the containers are in a good location. Pests, such as ants and cockroach need cover to enjoy garbage and recycling. If the containers are near the building, they will move in with you.
These three basic DIY chores help reduce the number of pests that bug you in your home or business. For all of your pest control needs, turn to our professional and affordable team.
