Finding unwanted pests in your home is never a pleasant experience. Fortunately, in between routine visits from your exterminator, you can make an effort to keep your home free from insects and rodents. Here, Surefire Pest Control of Las Vegas, NV, lends their trusted expertise with the following tips—so you can keep your house free from unwanted visitors:

• Clean Your House: Keeping your house clean is the first step to successfully keeping pests at bay. Ants can smell trash, so take your garbage out every few days. Keep crumbs off the floor, counters, and out of the sink. Store fruit in the refrigerator, and tightly seal lids on the groceries you keep out on the counter.
• Declutter Your Home’s Exterior: Remove any hiding places or food sources that might entice pests to make themselves at home. Cockroaches and ants are attracted to garbage, so keep trash away from the house in a trash can with a lid. Also, clean up any piles of wood, leaves, or stone, as these are prime locations for cockroaches and scorpions to hide.
• Mind Your Pets: Pets can be a great way for fleas and ticks to hitch a ride into your home. Clean or bathe your pets weekly, and don’t forget to treat them for fleas and ticks. Also, don’t leave any pet food or treats outside the house. These are magnets for unwanted pests, including mice!
• Keep It Dry: Insects and rodents are attracted to places with a water source. Seal up any cracks in your home’s siding, stucco, and pipes, and ensure your attics, basements and crawl spaces are free of leaks and excess humidity. Also, avoid leaving wet or damp towels on the ground, as they make ideal spots for cockroaches.

If you have a pest problem, the pros at Surefire Pest Control can help. Their pest control experts provide effective, eco-friendly extermination services that are safe for both pets and children. Give them a call at (702) 423-7463 to schedule an appointment today, or visit them online for a complete list of services.