Pests, like bed bugs, roaches, and mice, can quickly infiltrate your house, creating a cozy haven for their families. According to Sleepline, nationwide bed bug infestations have grown 500% in the past 30 years. One of the first things you can do to help prevent severe infestations is to learn where they’re most likely to occur. This article will review the most common places pest control services find pests.
Bedrooms are prone to various pests. Homeowners with food and drinks in their bedrooms are more likely to see pests like mice and cockroaches. This is the primary room for bed bug infestations. Often, they start in a bedroom and slowly move to other areas of the home. Bed bugs survive by feeding on you in your sleep. They are usually found in places where people sleep.
Kitchens provide the ultimate haven for pests. Pests and rodents often want an area of the home that provides adequate food, water, and shelter. Many kitchens have those elements. Roaches can infest a fridge and use the water to survive. Mice enjoy chewing through boxes to get plenty of food, too. Eliminate the temptation by storing food in plastic containers, repairing leaks immediately, and contacting pest control services at the first sign of pests.
Bathrooms don’t have as much food as kitchens, but the toilet provides plenty of water. A cockroach can usually live for weeks without food, but they need water every few days. This is why it’s common to find roaches inside your bathroom. Mice and other pests that require food might head into the toilet if it’s located directly next to the kitchen.
Attics and basements are common areas for pests and rodents, even if you have a crawlspace available. Mice and rats can easily climb trees to enter your house through your attic. They also enjoy finding a warm space to call home during the cold winter and might enter your house through your basement. Most basements are damp, making them an inviting environment for other pests.
Pest control experts commonly find pests in these areas, but this also varies depending on the pest. For example, termites may be found along windowsills and your foundation. Essential Pest Control specializes in pest services to ensure your home is pest-free. Contact us today to discuss your situation.
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