Every year, thousands of dollars are lost to damages associated with household pests such as rats. But these are not the only pests to worry about. Other pests such as mosquitoes and fleas are a vector for deadly diseases.Not only are pests a source of diseases but are also a major source of discomfort.

Prevent pests in your home

1. Ensure that holes and cracks in your home are properly sealed

Some pests like termites, cockroaches, squirrels and rats can easily get into your home through the holes and cracks in your walls and fence. By sealing these entry points, these pests lack access to your house. This will save you the expensive cost that comes with having them around.

2. Proper disposal of leftovers

Failure to discard your waste and leftovers correctly can attract pests like houseflies and rats which can be irritating and destructive. You should, therefore, ensure that your leftovers are put in a tight lid container and handed over to a refuse collector within the shortest time possible.

3. Clear stagnant water

Standing water is not only unsightly but is a fertile breeding ground for harmful insects. For example, the female Anopheles mosquitoes and the Aedes mosquitoes which transmit malaria and the Zika virus hatch exclusively in stagnant water. Water should not be allowed to accumulate around the house and pools should be drained off immediately.

4. Clean your tables, floor, and countertops after every meal

Scraps that remain behind after meals can be a source …

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