Alarming Increase Of Bed Bugs In Sacramento

Leave bed bugs to the professionals. Although there are many do-it-yourself methods for other pests in your home, bed bugs are best eradicated by professionals. This is because they are very hearty bugs that can survive many conditions and are best dealt with by fumigation. Fumigation guarantees that both the bugs and their eggs are killed.

One of the Hardest bugs to treat in the world are Bed Bugs and are arguably most “adaptable” travelers in the world as well! Sacramento has seen an alarming 54% increase in Bed Bug related calls to Pest ControlServicers. Sacramento had the largest increase of Bed Bugs in the Country. Although the winter and spring months are not as “Bed Bug Prolific” as summer and autumn, there is still a great need for Bed Bug exterminators during this winter time season.

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If your home is plagued by pests, you know what a nuisance these pests can be. They interfere with your life and your regular activities. They cause embarrassment when you entertain at home. If you want solutions on how to control your pest problem, read this article for some helpful ideas.

Do fruit flies start coming back after you get rid of them? Your drain may be the issue. To see if your drains are breeding grounds for fruit flies simply place plastic wrap over your drain. After a few days, check to see if your drains have fruit flies. If so, pour boiling water into the drains, and give them a good cleaning. This is the best way to get rid of fruit flies.

If you're a pet owner, your pets may be the reason pests keep coming back. Take the time to keep your pet's food bowls clean. If any water from their dish is spilled, wipe it up immediately. Store pet food in plastic containers rather than the paper bags they come in. All these things can attract bugs.

If you are apprehensive about using chemical pest control in your home, try traps instead. Physical traps work to attract the pest and then trap it. Some work like traditional mouse traps that snap closed and kill the pest, while others involve a sticky sheet that adheres the pest to the sheet so you can remove it from your home.

Mix equal parts of sugar and borax together for an all natural pest control. Place the concoction into a glass jar and punch holes in the lid for a reusable container. Sprinkle the all-natural product along the outside of your house. Ants will be attracted to the concoction and will carry it back to their nest effectively ridding your home of ants.

Pest likes to hide in cracks and small crevices. You should get a caulk gun and fill all the small hiding places you can find. Check for new hiding places regularly and replace the caulk if you need to. You can spray paint over the caulk if you want to conceal it.

Pesky mosquitoes are known to multiply in stagnant water. If you have a birdbath in your yard, change the water every three days. Many people also suggest adding lavender to a birdbath to help combat your mosquito population. So, try adding it to your birdbath each time you refill it.

Bed Bugs seem to be on the rise this year and are making their presence felt not just across the world but right here in Northern California!

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