I’m an exterminator, the five areas of your home that you need to pest-proof now, your bathroom is a cockroach paradise
WE ALL want to feel relaxed in our homes, however, occasionally little critters will get access and cause you all sorts of problems.
Some areas are more vulnerable than others for factors including; space, darkness, temperature and leftover food.
Not doing anything can lead to pest damage throughout your home, as well as an unsanitary environment due to the droppings.
So identify the areas most at risk, and take extra care to avoid an infestation.
To give you a helping hand, Joshua Houston at Household Quotes has revealed the five areas of your home most vulnerable to pest infestations.
Garden
Gardens can house many pests, rats and mice often like to build their nests in overgrown areas, so ensure that your garden is well looked after.
Wasps can also build nests in trees, on the outside of your home or in the areas close to your fence.
Many people also store their bins in their garden, if not secured properly, or if it’s overflowing then this can attract pests. Ensure that the lid is fully shut, and there’s little to no chance of the bin falling over.
Kitchen
Kitchens are popular with pests as it’s the area of your home where you cook and prepare food. It’s not uncommon for pieces to fall on the floor, which attracts pests looking for an easy meal.
Ensure that all food that is spilt on the countertop or floor is cleaned up quickly, this will give pests nothing.
Garage/shed
Garages and sheds are vulnerable to pests for several reasons, one is generally there are more ways for them to be infiltrated.
For example, pests could squeeze under the garage door or could get through a hole in a shed’s wooden wall.
They are also often dark and are used less than other rooms in your property.
Insects particularly like these areas for that very reason. You might also find plenty of ants that get in under the doors and make their nests in a crack.
Loft
Like a garage or a shed, a loft offers a dark space that is rarely disturbed by the home occupier.
The loft also comes with a lot of hiding spaces for potential pests, this is due to the fact it’s full of insulation, boxes and cracks.
If your roof isn’t secured you might also find pests gaining access through little holes.
Given the fact most people don’t go into their loft every day, pests could be left to build big nests and cause a lot of damage without the homeowner’s knowledge.
Bathroom
Bathrooms are popular with pests due to them offering a damp, warm and humid environment which is inviting for cockroaches and silverfish.
Leftover water in the bath or shower can be an ideal breeding ground for these creatures.
Living with silverfish
Abigail Wilson, a Senior Digital Writer at Fabulous, has revealed what it was really like to live with silverfish when at University…
She said: “Moving to halls can be an exciting experience, filled with new friendships and academic challenges.
“However, it also comes with its fair share of inconveniences.
“But whilst I thought what I was going to make for dinner, or missing home, would be my biggest problems, it turned out that one of the most unsettling issues was the presence of silverfish.
“I remember the first time I ever saw one…I woke up and spotted it scurrying across my bedroom floor.
“It made me CRINGE and from then on, they appeared to pop up all over my tiny room.
“For many students, silverfish are merely a nuisance. These small, wingless insects are harmless to humans and don’t pose any health risks.
“They tend to scuttle away when the lights are turned on, making them more of an annoyance than a threat.
“However, their presence can be unsettling. The mere thought of sharing your living space with these creepy crawlies can make even the most resilient student uneasy.
“The presence of silverfish often points to larger issues of cleanliness and maintenance within university accommodations – tiny, damp rooms are breeding grounds for these insects, and their presence could indicate problems such as leaks or inadequate cleaning.
“They may seem like a minor issue in the grand scheme of things, but I’ll definitely never forget it, and am thankful I haven’t seen one since (fingers crossed).”
Also, given we don’t spend much time in the bathroom it allows for these pests to easily multiply.
Joshua Houston, Property Expert at Household Quotes:
‘’No one wants pests inside their home, so it’s important that you take into consideration the areas of your property that are vulnerable.
“The last thing you want is to see a cockroach running up the wall while you’re having a shower.
“It’s also not hard to keep some of these pests out of your home, in certain cases it’s as simple as picking up after yourself.’’