The realization that your home has been invaded by roaches, ants, mice, rats, fleas, silverfish, or a similar unwelcome species is always disturbing. As challenging as it may be, move past your initial shock as soon as possible and take action by scheduling a pest inspection. This call will be the first step in developing a comprehensive plan to eliminate the infestation and prevent it from coming back.

Review these pest inspection preparation tips to speed up the process:

• Trim Bushes & Foliage: Trim all shrubbery and foliage around your home. Pay special attention to greenery that conceals the foundation or walls, as bushes can easily hide points of entry. Cutting back your landscape will make it easier for your pest inspection team to identify the path the pests are taking and exterminate them.
• Allow Access To Your Attic Or Crawlspace: Ensure your attic or crawlspace is accessible to the residential pest control team. If you are using the space for storage, move items to another location to make way for the inspectors.
• Clean Carpets & Upholstery: Shampoo all the rugs and carpets in your home, and vacuum carpets and upholstery on the day of the inspection. Spotless floors and furniture are much easier to inspect, and dirty surfaces allow pests to lay eggs and eliminate waste without being seen.
• Move Storage Containers & Other Property: Remove storage containers and other items that are kept underneath kitchen and bathroom sinks. Clean out your cabinets as well. Move items in your garage and basement at least two feet away from the walls. Do the same with any storage containers or gardening equipment that is situated near exterior walls.
• Store Breakable Items: Put fragile items such as vases and picture frames in a safe area to avoid the possibility of inspection-related accidents. Find a secure spot, as those items may need to stay where they are in the event of a fumigation.

Discuss these and other pest inspection preparedness tips with the experienced, friendly team at Pest-Ex. This Dothan, AL-based residential and commercial pest control company has provided the area with outstanding service since 1956. To schedule your pest inspection or learn more about their services, call (334) 794-5903 or visit the website.