Why It is Important to Keep Your Home Dehumidified to Keep Pests Out
Food, warmth, and shelter are the three things pests need to survive. Basements, bathrooms, kitchens (especially under the sink), and any other areas that have high moisture levels during the day are prime spots where some insects love to live. Since basements are on ground level or lower, it makes it easy for insects to crawl into them. That is why you will usually find the most insects in your basement. Pests can live in a small, wet area of a carpet for months which is why it is important to make sure there are no damp areas in your home. Leaving a bag of chips open on your floor is just as bad as a water spot on your rug. Both attract pests. Insects, such as carpenter ants, spiders, earwigs, centipedes, silverfish, and drain flies, all nest and live in moist environments.
Having a dehumidifier and making sure fresh air comes in and out of your house is very important. It is very important also to have screens in your windows and doors so you can leave them open. Damp areas can dry out with an open window but to prevent other insects from getting in, make sure you have a screen. Moist environments in homes can be caused by being careless or not being aware of the problem. For example, after a shower if you just throw your towel on your floor or leave it in your hamper for a few days, don’t be surprised if the next time you look some insects are getting hanging out in your towel. This is because certain insects love to be surrounded by moisture and will search for a place to stay. Once they find it, insects will stay there for a while. Rooms in your house where water pipes go in and out of are areas that will attract insects as well. Water will condense around the outside of pipes, creating a moist atmosphere. Be sure that your boiler room isn’t damp. Usually boiler rooms are located in the basement and can get very warm and wet. Although you might rarely go inside of the room, make sure insects aren’t living in there. Insects are very adaptable and are able to reach almost anywhere in a room, so don’t be surprised if you find these insects on the ceiling in addition to the floor. If your have mosit wood in your house, that is the worse situation. Carpenter ants and termites love to feast on damp wood and will crew through the wood, destroying your home. Both of these pests can cause a major problem to your home, so contact a pest control company immediatly. By simply making sure there is no moisture in your house you reduce the chances of pests coming into your home greatly!
If you are having pest issues in your home, JP McHale Pest Management can help. JP McHale is a Westchester Pest Control company that serves the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area. We can help you identifiy the pests in your home. Contact us at 800-479-2284 for an estimate or any pest questions!
JP McHale Pest Management is a Westchester pest control company that serves in the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area. We are a family business that has run over 30 years. We offer home solutions that are safe and effective in the prevention of pests in and around homes. Please contact us with any questions or to get an estiate for your home.
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