Your New Year’s Guide to a Pest-Free Home

New Year’s is a time for new commitments and traditions. While planning for your fitness and home maintenance tasks, add a few pest-free tips to your to-do list. Certain tasks in the New Year can help keep your home pest-free for the whole year. In this guide, we’ll review common household pests Michigan residents may notice while also providing you with an inspection checklist.

Common Household Pests to Watch for in the New Year

Here are a few of the most common household pests to watch for in the New Year:

• Rodents (mice, rats)
• Insects (ants, cockroaches, spiders)
• Seasonal pests (overwintering bugs, termites in warmer regions)
• Flies and mosquitoes

Michigan is home to hundreds of pests. At Solidified Pest Control, we have the skills and pest knowledge you need to keep your home pest-free the whole year. Keeping a pest-free home beyond the holiday season takes preparation. Solidified Pest Control has you covered, though.

New Year Home Inspection Checklist

This checklist helps Michigan residents keep their homes pest-free. Here are a few tasks to add to your to-do list:

• Check entry points: Check doors, windows, vents, and foundation cracks in your home. Easy entrance points make it easy for pests and rodents to come indoors.
• Secure attics, basements, and crawl spaces: A comprehensive pest control strategy includes attics, basements, and crawl spaces. In fact, these are some of the most common locations for pests.
• Clean kitchens and pantries: Bugs tend to come indoors in search of food. Be sure to give your kitchen and pantries a thorough cleaning regularly.
• Inspect bathrooms and utility rooms: Some pests can also come indoors through bathrooms and utility rooms. Be sure to check these rooms regularly for pests. Make it a point to fix leaks and any moisture problems.
• Declutter garages and storage areas: Cluttered garages and storage sheds give both pests and rodents a place to hide.
• Seal all holes: Caulking and weatherstripping can help keep pests out, especially during the colder winter months. Repair screens and vents to limit entrance points.
• Check the roof and siding: Regular roof, siding, and foundation upkeep is also crucial in keeping pests outdoors.
• Maintain the yard: Yard cleanup and debris removal all year long is also important in keeping pests and rodents out. Yard debris attracts pests, where they can quickly reproduce and lead to an infestation. Store firewood away from the home and make it a point to manage standing water. Keep vegetation away and secure the home with lights.

When to Call a Professional for a Pest-Free Home

Sometimes, even with the best pest control prevention strategies, an infestation is possible. If home methods aren’t working or the pests are causing damage to your home, consider contacting a professional.

Call Solidified Pest Control for Reliable Local Protection

Start the New Year with confidence and a pest-free home. Whether you’re dealing with rodents, insects, or seasonal invaders, Solidified Pest Control provides trusted, professional pest control services throughout Redford and surrounding communities, including Livonia, Dearborn, Westland, Garden City, Farmington Hills, Southfield, Detroit, Plymouth, and Northville. Call (866) 614-6762 today to speak with a local pest control expert. You can also use our online contact form to schedule an inspection or request a quote at your convenience. Don’t wait for pests to become a problem; take action now and protect your home all year long.