“I love house pests!” said no one ever! If you are not a lover of household pests you are not alone. Did you know that there are around 100 different species of bugs that live in the average American home? Are you curious about the types of bugs lurking around your house?
Read on to learn more about these creepy crawlers and areas for you to keep an eye on.
Ants
Ants are those pests that do not threaten our health but they threaten our property and our way of life. Most people believe that they come inside your home because of crumbs and leftovers, but this is not the case. The truth is that they come in because of the weather outside.
If it’s wet and cold they look for shelter, or if it is dry and hot they also look for a safer place to call home. They are pests because they come in an army and they do not go away. Thankfully they won’t eat the wood in your home but if carpenter ants make their way into your home they will burrow to make nests and multiply.
If you are currently dealing with these pesky bugs, you can find out more about getting rid of them around your house.
Cockroaches
These pests are not only annoying they also bring all types of bacteria with them. They are a hazard to our health and therefore we want to do everything possible to keep them out of our homes.
They like to come out after dark to search for any food that is left out. You want to keep your home as clutter-free as possible and do not leave any areas moist because this can become a perfect breeding ground for a female.
Termites
If you have a wooden home then you want to always be on the lookout for termites. It is best to have a professional termite pest control company come by every month to spray down your home. This will help keep them away and not cause you headaches in the future.
These are some of the most destructive pests that homeowners have to deal with and most home insurance companies will not cover their damage. There are a number of different things that might attract termites to your home.
Ready to Tackle All of These Types of Bugs?
Now that you are familiar with different types of bugs that would love to call your home theirs, it’s time to make sure to evict any that might be hanging around. We hope that we have been able to open your eyes to double-check your home as soon as possible in order to make sure you are not dealing with any of the common pests above.
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