With the warmer weather finally around the corner, you might be tempted to throw open those doors and windows to let a little air inside. But before doing so, it’s helpful to take a few steps to bug-proof your property and minimize the chances you’ll need to call a pest control company this summer. So to prepare your home for the warmer weather and prevent an insect invasion, pay close attention to the following guide.

How to Minimize Pests in Your Home

Keep Your Yard & Gutters Clean 

Bugs will often make their homes in the piles of yard waste you leave on your property because they’re dark, moist, and warm. Don’t leave piles of dead leaves, or grass clippings on your property for an extended period of time; bag them and place them by the curb. Pests also love to hide in the dark, wet nooks and crannies of your gutters and downspouts, so be sure to clean them out before summertime. 

Reduce Clutter in Your Home & Garage

Pests love to nestle into areas that are full of clutter. Mice and rats will build nests in places where there’s an abundance of paper and other materials, so throw away all those old newspapers in the attic or garage. It’s also useful to tidy up any drawers, or cupboards that contain things like dry food packets, which are a favorite food source for worms, beetles, moths, and other insects. 

Vacuum & Sweep Frequently 

Insects often enter your home by hitching a ride on a pet or person coming inside, so sweep and vacuum frequently to remove them as soon as possible. Doing so will help you scoop up any pests that may have entered uninvited, in addition to sucking up any eggs that were laid previously by an invading force. 

One great way to minimize the threat of infestation during summertime is to invest in seasonal pest control services. For more than 60 years, the professionals from Midstate Termite & Pest Control in Cookeville, TN, have been providing outstanding residential and commercial pest control services to the Putnam County area. Their No Bugs Quarterly Pest Protection program helps minimize the threat of pests with the change of the season. To learn more, call them today at (877) 526-4222, or visit them online to learn more about their removal services.