


Pest control sprays should only be used as directed and while wearing proper protective gear. Just be sure to read the instructions and warnings-especially if you have kids or pets. Although this is a service that many pest control companies will offer with guaranteed results, you may find success with a DIY approach by using a natural or chemical-based repellent. To take your DIY pest control strategy a step further, you can spray the perimeter of your house or yard with a repellant designed to serve as a natural, invisible barrier that pests won’t want to cross. You will want to thoroughly repair any damage or gaps that you find as soon as possible. Pests can get inside through incredibly small holes. Check the siding for any holes, the roof for any damage and the window seals for any gaps. If you find pests inside your home, that’s your sign that your exterior isn’t effectively sealed. For that reason, it’s best to move any piles of leaves or logs away from the exterior of your home, regularly clean out your gutters and do what you can to stop rainwater from flowing toward your home’s foundation. Pests are often seeking a place to nest and are attracted to moisture. If you want to reduce the chances of a pest problem, the first place to start is by assessing your exterior. Rodents, birds, insects and more can all be problematic whether in your home or on your property. Instead, you will need to consider your goals if you are preventing pests or if there are already pests in or around your home. That means that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach that will be best. When it comes to DIY pest control, the solution should fit the problem. While we work hard to provide accurate and up to date information that we think you will find relevant, Forbes Home does not and cannot guarantee that any information provided is complete and makes no representations or warranties in connection thereto, nor to the accuracy or applicability thereof. The compensation we receive from advertisers does not influence the recommendations or advice our editorial team provides in our articles or otherwise impact any of the editorial content on Forbes Home. Second, we also include links to advertisers’ offers in some of our articles these “affiliate links” may generate income for our site when you click on them. This site does not include all companies or products available within the market. The compensation we receive for those placements affects how and where advertisers’ offers appear on the site.

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