The holidays are all about good food, warm gatherings and a cozy home—but nothing disrupts the spirit like unexpected guests. As temperatures drop and kitchens get busy, critters are more tempted than ever to sneak inside. We’ve put together our top five tips for a pest-free holiday to help you keep your home protected and stress-free.
Properly store your food and cooking supplies.
Properly storing your food and cooking supplies helps keep your cooking area clean, safe and organized. Keep your cooking and baking items in airtight containers to keep pests out. Also, be sure to label and date your containers so you always know what you have and when it was stored.
Finally, place items in cool, dry areas away from direct sunlight to preserve freshness and quality.
Keep your kitchen clean.
Keep your kitchen clean by wiping down surfaces regularly to remove crumbs and avoid attracting pests. It’s important to store leftovers in sealed plastic or glass containers and keep your stove free of food residue. Staying on top of dishes also helps prevent pests from finding food or water, making your kitchen a healthier, safer space.
Inspect and protect your home.
Before the holidays, inspect your home by checking dark, secluded areas and looking behind furniture where pests often hide. Vacuum thoroughly along baseboards and consider spraying a cleaning product or essential-oil solution, whose strong odors can help deter rodents.
Don’t feed wildlife.
To avoid attracting wildlife to your home, always place trash bags filled with holiday food scraps into sealed bins, securing the lids with a bungee cord if needed. Hungry raccoons and other animals are surprisingly persistent, so taking these extra steps can help keep them away from your property.
Contact Pesty Critters Wildlife Control.
To best guarantee a pest-free holiday celebration, it’s wise to schedule a thorough home inspection by a professional. Contact Pesty Critters Wildlife Control to ensure your house is free of any unwanted guests before the holiday season begins.
Summary
To keep your holidays cozy and enjoyable this season, follow these five tips for a pest-free holiday. To keep your home and property free of rodents and other unwanted guests, continue reading our blogs for more tips and information.
