Others say the most important step in pest control is prevention. This involves taking measures to prevent pests from entering your home or property.
Here are some prevention tips:
- Eliminate food sourcesPests prefer clutter and will hide from you if you don’t get rid of it. Store food and garbage in tightly-sealed containers at all times.
- Close entrywaysClose any entryways to an interior structure with wire mesh or steel wool.
- Use pest-resistant plantsSome say the most effective practice in controlling pests is using multiple enemies of pests, sterile male introductions, and pest-resistant plant species.
