Whether they’re ants or millipedes, no one likes an infestation of tiny insects inside their home. That’s why today, the experts from Dick’s Fumigation Services in Wailuku, HI, will give you a few tips for keeping these pests at bay.

Both ants and millipedes like to creep into your home through vulnerabilities in its exterior. To prevent an infestation, the first thing you should do is caulk and seal even the tiniest cracks and crevices. Since ants are attracted to pheromones, you should also clean around entry points with a cleaning solution. For extra protection, add a non-repellant insecticide around these points and your home’s perimeter.

Even if you think you’ve sealed up your home as effectively as possible, however, these tiny, inconspicuous creatures may still find a way in. To deter this, remove damp materials from your yard—especially those close to your home—such as wet wood, rocks, and leaf debris. If paint is beginning to chip off your home’s exterior, quickly fix it before it becomes wet, since it will attract millipedes and carpenter ants. Keep any firewood off the ground. If you have a leaking roof or another plumbing issue, repair it right away. Make sure trees, branches, and bushes don’t directly touch your home, which would provide a pathway for these pests.

The first sight of an ant or millipede in your home likely means there are many more lurking nearby. In order to mitigate, control, and remove these pests, contact a pest control professional as soon as possible. By implementing a strategic and effective plan, you can avoid more pests as well as potential damage to your property. 

For high-quality insect and rodent control in Wailuku, look no further than Dick’s Fumigation Services. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about fumigation services, call them today at (808) 244-7496 or visit the company’s website.