You don’t want pests in your home, right? Yet every day, thousands of people discover they have a pest control problem on their hands. What can you do to make sure your home isn’t next on the Top Ten Homes For Invasion list for every pest in Florida? Your best first step is to contact a professional pest control company.
Calling Pest Control Before There’s a Problem?
You may wonder why you’d bother contacting a professional before you actually have a problem. The reality is that as good as pest control companies are at dealing with pests once they’re in your home, they’re just as good at keeping them out. As with almost any service, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. It’s the reason you have the oil changed in your car on a regular basis, the reason you see your doctor for regular checkups, and the reason you have an HVAC company perform an air conditioner tune up before a hot Florida summer. Your pest control company can take a look at what you can do now to keep pests from ever getting in, ensuring you won’t have an issue down the road.
Building a Quarterly Plan
Once you’ve contacted a pest control professional, the two of you will work together to identify any existing pest control problems you may have. If you’re already in good shape, expect a careful inspection, both inside and out, to identify any invitations you might already be offering pests. For example, holes outside your home that are larger than the size of a pencil are the perfect way for mice to squeeze in and build a nest. Uncovered trash cans outside are nothing short of a buffet sign for wildlife, wasps, and more. Clutter inside also provides cover for all kinds of pests. Your exterminator will help you spot those problem areas and decide what you can do next.
After that first inspection, your pest control professional will begin treating any problems that already exist. From there, he or she will set up quarterly appointments to address any potential problems that come with that season. For example, during the summer inspection, ants and termites tend to be active, so keeping an eye out for those problems becomes a must. During the fall, overwintering insects and rodents will try to access your home to stay warm. Expect a full rundown of services during that first meeting.
Get Started Now
Keeping pests at bay has to begin with serious prevention measures, and only your local pest control professionals can help you do that. Learn more about what quarterly pest control plans are available in your area so you don’t have to worry about pests this season or the next one. At Slug-A-Bug, our licensed technicians will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and recommend a plan such as baits, fumigation, or barrier and liquid treatments. Call us at 321-259-7844 or visit us online at to begin your professional inspection.