In your own home the last thing you want to do is to share your space with an intruder, especially when it is a pest, such as insects, cockroaches, or rodents. When your home is taken over by unwanted pests, the best recommendation is to treat the problem immediately and prevent further infestations and problems, but you will need to know some ways you can best do this. The following are some recommendations to implement inside and around your home to keep it free of pests and their associated problems.

Use DIY Solutions

One of the best ways to keep your home free of pests is to be diligent in preventing their becoming a problem. And you can do this with regular home cleaning to remove and clear away food sources and places they may make their home. For example, if you leave crumbs under your stove and fridge in the kitchen, this can provide a great place for ants, cockroaches, and mice to feast from. However, remove these appliances regularly to clean behind and beneath them to remove crumbs that can collect.

You can also apply your own home remedies to clear out pests. For example, borax mixed with some jelly is a good way to get rid of ants in your home. This mixture is attractive but deadly to ants, which take it back to their nest and eat it.

Invest in Home-Use Products

Using the right types of pesticides inside or outside of your house is a great way to control and combat pests usually with immediate results, and you can find them at a nearby retail store. But be careful of using pesticides inside your home when you have small children and pets that are at risk of coming into contact with the chemicals. Children and pets can become harmed when exposed to the wrong types of pesticides in your home.

However, if you decide to use pesticides outside your home, such as around the exterior of your foundation or around a log pile, only do so if you don't have any pets that live or play in that area. This will ensure they stay safe from exposure to chemicals.

Hire a Pest Control Service

An additional option is to hire professionals to treat your home for an existing or potential pest problem. A pest control service has the types of pesticides you can use in your home to keep out pests, and if you already have pests, to remove them. And with a variety of options, your pest control professional can recommend safe treatments to use in your home around pets and children, so you don't need to worry about in-home safety.

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