03/01/2026
🏡 How to Prep Your Home Before Spring Pests Wake Up
1️⃣ Seal Up Entry Points
Check around doors, windows, pipes, foundation cracks, and vents. Even small gaps let ants, spiders, and mice squeeze in.
2️⃣ Deep Clean High-Risk Areas
Kitchens, pantries, under sinks, and garages collect crumbs and moisture—prime pest zones. A quick clean now prevents major headaches later.
3️⃣ Reduce Moisture Sources
Fix leaks, clean gutters, and remove standing water around the home. Moisture attracts ants, mosquitoes, roaches, and termites.
4️⃣ Declutter Indoors & Outdoors
Cardboard, storage piles, and wood stacks create shelter for mice, spiders, and roaches. Keep things neat and lifted off the ground.
5️⃣ Trim Back Trees & Shrubs
Branches touching your home act like highways for insects and rodents. Keep vegetation 6–12 inches away from the siding.
6️⃣ Refresh Your Trash Routine
Use sealed lids, clean bins regularly, and avoid letting garbage sit. Flies, roaches, and rodents LOVE trash.
7️⃣ Store Food the Right Way
Keep everything in airtight containers and clean up spills quickly. Pantry pests and ants won’t have a reason to stay.
8️⃣ Schedule a Pre-Season Treatment
A preventative perimeter treatment stops pests before they enter, giving you long-lasting protection through spring and summer.