Why do I have a problem with occasional invaders?
For the most part, occasional invaders spend most of the year happily living outside. They may enter structures by accident when foraging or on purpose if the weather is not favorable. For example, in the late fall species like ladybugs congregate on the sunny, warm exterior walls of homes. As they move up the walls they find their way inside to overwinter in a safe, warm space. Millipedes, centipedes, silverfish, springtails, and earwigs tend to move inside of homes when the weather outside becomes too hot and dry.
Where do occasional invaders hang out inside of my home?
In most cases, occasional invaders will tuck away in out-of-the-way areas such as attics, wall voids, basements, and crawl spaces. You may discover some species in your bathroom or laundry room, or other areas where moisture is present.
Are occasional invaders dangerous?
No, they are not dangerous. Occasional invaders are more annoying than problematic. They don’t pose a threat to health nor will they damage property. That said, they are still nuisance pests that could attract other pests and no one wants their home occupied by unwelcome guests.
How do I get rid of occasional invaders?
Since most pest problems start on the outside of the house, we recommend implementing one of our year-round home pest control plans that creates a barrier of protection around the perimeter of the house and treatment inside if necessary. At Prosite, we offer home pest control plans that are designed to eliminate occasional invaders and other household pests and keep pests from returning. Learn more about our pest control treatment options in Ellensburg, WA and the surrounding communities by giving us a call or stopping by our home pest control page!
How do I prevent problems with occasional invaders?
In order to keep your home free of occasional invaders, we recommend implementing the following pest prevention tips for your home and yard:
- Reduce humidity levels inside of your home through the use of dehumidifiers, air-conditioners, and ventilated fans
- Reduce moisture build-up around the exterior of your home by making sure gutters are in good working order and by trimming back overgrown shrubs and bushes away from the outside of your home
- Seal any cracks or gaps in your home's foundation, along exterior walls, or along the roofline
- Caulk gaps found around exterior windows and doors and make sure that all window and doors screens are completely intact
- Leave a stone or other type of barrier between any grass, soil, or mulch and your home’s foundation
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