When a new home hits the market during the spring, it is imperative that proprietors do their due diligence to check for potential pests.
Adding a fresh coat of paint, fixing broken appliances, and landscaping the yard are all crucial to creating a home attractive to potential buyers, but pest infestations can be an absolute deal breaker.
Before a property holder places a home on the market, they can ensure the best possible outcome by performing these minor pest management tasks.
Seal Structure
During winter months, many types of critters try to escape the cold by creeping into warm spaces. It is important to seal the perimeter of the home before temperatures drop too low. Fill in any cracks or gaps in windows and doors. Make sure to pay close attention to any pipes that lead outside, such as the deplete pipe for the clothes dryer. Even the tiniest gap can be big enough for a rodent to squeeze through. Check the attic for openings. Pay close attention to the roof and attic vents. Gables and louvers that cover these vents typically cost less than $30. Replace any bent, damaged, or opened vents. Performing this quick fix before you bring in the pest management company can save money by preventing pests from entering the space after the treatment process.
Clean Gutters and Eaves
Cleaning the eaves and gutters not only adds to the appearance of the house but it also removes a place for insects and pests to nest. This housework should take place regularly over the winter months. Regularly clearing the gutters and eaves will also prevent water from accumulating near the structure. Standing water can allow larvae and mosquitoes to grow, which can be a significant pest problem as warmer weather arrives.
Vacuum Entryways, Windows, and Screens
Pests can hide in cracks and areas close to doors and windows while they wait for the chance to snitch into the home. Using a vacuum cleaner attachment along these regions every few weeks during winter can prevent these undesirable guests from becoming a bigger problem once spring arrives. Pest management technicians often pay close attention to the exterior of these areas, especially during winter months. Do your part indoors just in case some try to sneak in unnoticed.
Whether preparing to sell a home or just spring cleaning, these simple tasks will make any home ready for the beauty and excitement of warmer weather.
