The Problems These Pests Can Create
Different pests create some unique problems once they infiltrate a home. For example, cockroaches contaminate food and surfaces as they travel throughout the premises, leaving a trail of excrement. Rodents have large front teeth that motivate them to constantly gnaw on objects, which can be a fire hazard when electrical wiring is involved.
Many of these pests will establish nesting sites indoors and begin breeding rapidly. These types of pests can quickly expand their presence and transition a minor intrusion into a full-blown infestation that creates health risks and may cause property damage.
Tips For Preventing Pest Intrusions
Some of the best ways of preventing pests include:
Limiting entry points: Inspect the home’s exterior for cracks that have developed near the foundation or gaps around the frames of doors and windows. Use tools such as caulk, sealant, and weatherstripping to fill these types of voids.
Preventing access to food: Keep kitchen areas clean by promptly removing spills, sweeping up crumbs, and not leaving dirty dishes out overnight. Trash cans containing food scraps should have a functional lid.
Eliminating water sources: Limit any pools of water by repairing leaky spigots and keeping gutters and downspouts clear.
Decluttering: Many types of pests are attracted to clutter, which allows them to hide and avoid being detected and may serve as a suitable nesting location.
Why Contact A Pest Control Professional?
Many property owners accustomed to taking the initiative and solving problems themselves make the mistake of trying do-it-yourself treatment options sold online and by local retailers. Many of these products, including traps, baiting stations, and aerosol sprays, are cleverly marketed as being a total solution to pest-related concerns. Unfortunately, many of these options will create only short-term results that allow the problem to persist and ultimately causes frustration.
Quik-Kill Pest Eliminators operate according to the best safety practices to protect our customers, their pets, and the local environment that we share. Our organization is both licensed and certified by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), which is the state agency that provides oversight to the pest control industry. We adhere to a set of guidelines that prevents contamination of groundwater and ensures that any chemicals are stored according to the provisions of the Illinois Pesticide Act.
Experienced Pest Extermination Company In Davenport
Did you know that professionals with Quik-Kill Pest Eliminators have been delivering results for home and business owners in this region for more than 80 years now? Part of our track record of success is the result of a firm commitment to providing the highest quality customer service in the market and standing behind the quality of our work with a satisfaction guarantee. We have the capabilities to quickly eliminate problems associated with termites, bed bugs, rodents, and a host of other unwanted invaders.
From proper planning to detailed interior and exterior property inspections and the safe and efficient treatment of various pests, our properly trained and well-equipped team of service experts will use the latest products and application methods available in the industry today to expel these burdensome pests. Contact us today to schedule an onsite property assessment.