How Do I Keep Pests Out of My Waco Home?
Seal gaps around doors, pipes and wires, fix leaks, store food and pet food sealed, keep mulch and firewood away from the walls, and trim plants back from the house. Most pests come in for food, water or shelter.
Request pest controlWhy pests are busy here
Waco has hot summers and mild winters, with 90°F recorded in every month. Insects that would slow down in colder places stay active much of the year.
Seal the house
Weatherstrip doors, fill gaps around pipes and cables, repair window screens and fit door sweeps, especially on garage doors.
Take away water
Fix dripping faucets and leaking pipes, keep gutters clear and make sure soil slopes away from the foundation.
Take away food
Store food in sealed containers, clean up crumbs and spills, don't leave pet food out overnight and keep trash bins closed.
Mind the edges
Keep mulch thin near the foundation, store firewood off the ground and away from walls, and trim shrubs and branches so they don't touch the house.
When to bring in help
If you keep seeing pests despite these steps, or you suspect termites, rodents or bed bugs, send a request. See general pest control.
Attics and crawl spaces
Check vents and screens on attic and crawl space openings. A torn screen is an open door for rodents and wasps.
Lights
Outdoor lights attract insects, which in turn draw spiders and scorpions. Use yellow bulbs or motion lights near doors.
Inside checks
Look under sinks, behind the refrigerator and in the pantry once a month. Catching a few droppings or a small ant trail early makes treatment simpler.
Garages and sheds
Keep boxes off the floor and sealed, and don't store pet food or bird seed in open bags. Garages are where many pests first get inside.
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