What is GREEN Pest Management?
Green Pest Management is the heart of any green solution to pest management issues. It is the smart choice for anyone who wants to minimize the use of chemicals in and around their home while maintaining an effective, diligent pest management program.
The following steps can contribute to maintaining a pest free environment:
Cockroaches and other Indoor Pest:
• Clean up food spills and crumbs immediately.
• Keep food lids closed
• Repair leaking faucets and drains
• Keep appliances and counters clean of grease and food
Ants, Occasional invaders and other Outdoor Pests:
• Move garbage collection area away from the house; be sure containers can be securely closed
• Caulk around doors, windows and utility inlets.
• Store firewood away from the house, and keep it elevated to avoid wood to soil contact
• Repair cracks in foundation walls, especially basements
• Dehumidify a wet or damp basement; improve ventilation in crawl spaces
• Clean gutters and downspouts; be sure water is drained away from the house
• Remove leaf litter promptly
• Trim shrubs and trees away from the house
• Install non attracting light bulbs for exterior lighting
Fleas:
• Have your veterinarian treat your pet for fleas before returning it to your home
• Wash pet bedding often in hot, soapy water
• Vacuum thoroughly in areas where pets spend time
• Inspect pets for fleas and ticks often, especially in the summer
Rodents:
• Cleaning up thoroughly and often spilled food, garbage, pet food or grain that might attract rodents
• Check crawl space vents to make sure properly screened
• Seal openings around utility inlets
• Keep tree limbs pruned from roof line
• Inspect and repair construction gaps