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You probably already know your gutters protect your home from water damage, but they also serve as a means of pest control. Qualified exterminators can easily get rid of an infestation in your home; however, by cleaning your gutters regularly—especially during the autumn months—you can prevent one in the first place.

How Does Cleaning Your Gutters Help With Pest Control?

Pest ControlYour gutters often collect leaves and other debris from nearby plants. This is especially common in the fall when the leaves begin to drop from the trees on your property. Unfortunately, all that decaying plant life makes a dirty gutter an ideal home for many different types of bugs. Once they take up residence in your gutters, they’ll be much more likely to get inside your home, too.

How Often Should Your Gutters Be Cleaned?

Although fall is when your gutters collect the most leaves, it’s important to clean and dry them all year long. That’s because mosquitoes and similar bugs often lay their eggs in standing water. If even a little bit of water starts to pool up in your gutters, you could face a mosquito infestation.

Even during winter, exterminators recommend keeping an eye on your gutters. Snow-covered gutters are fairly insulated, and pests often use them as tunnels to move from one section of a house to another. If two houses are close together, pests sometimes even hop from one gutter to another, tunneling through the snow to reach the neighboring properties. To avoid these types of problem, stick to a regular gutter cleaning schedule. If you do notice any signs of an infestation, contact an expert to find out what your next steps should be.

 

When you need quality insect control service in the Hughes Springs, TX, area, hire Moore Pest Control. They work hard to offer their clients peace of mind while also limiting their impact on the overall environment. Contact them online to learn more about their services, or call (903) 639-2884 to schedule service.

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