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Pest problems cost Americans billions of dollars each year. A small infestation might only require about $100 to resolve, while the price tag for treating a large or severe infestation can be several thousand dollars. A pest infestation can be a hassle at any time of year, but when it comes to preventive maintenance treatments by a professional pest control company, spring is the best time of year to have this work done. Find out why, today on the blog.
The importance of preventive pest control treatments
Like with most problems in life, it is better to practice prevention than it is to treat an issue after it develops. A professional pest control company offers preventive treatments, performed at regular intervals to help deter pests of all types from encroaching on your property. While there is no 100% guarantee to keep pests out of your home or business, these preventive treatments from a professional pest control company like AAA Termite & Pest represent your best defense.
Why should you schedule pest control in the spring?
As winter ends and the weather starts warming up again, people and animals both are more likely to venture outdoors. Pests are no different. They emerge from dormancy in many cases, seeking food, water, shelter and often look to reproduce. The higher temperatures, increased precipitation and rising humidity all provide conditions for pests to flourish. The population of many pests also diminishes in the winter, so preventive treatment in the spring can curtail population growth before it really has a chance to begin.
Follow these measures to prevent pests this spring
Try to keep soil from pressing up against any structure on your property. Soil stacked up against the foundation can provide an easy point of entry for pests.
Make sure your home is sealed. The smallest cracks, gaps and fissures can serve as a wide open door for small pests. Ensure each of your windows has a screen that is intact. Investigate window frames, doors, walls and the foundation for chips, cracks or other signs of deterioration.
Pests are no different than any other creature; they need food and water to survive. Pests will be less likely to want to enter your home if they cannot readily find food and water to keep them alive. Keep food in sealed containers and prevent any areas of standing water. This includes pet food, which should be stored indoors in a sealed container.
Pest control in Memphis and Cordova in Tennessee
Pests can cause a problem in any time of year but we believe that spring remains the ideal time of year to have preventive treatments done. Act now to ensure your home or business is protected against pests this coming spring, and throughout the year. To find out more about the services offered at AAA Termite & Pest, just contact our office. We are fully licensed, bonded, insured and have high customer ratings through the Better Business Bureau website. To schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our technicians, call (901) 737-7378 or contact us online.