As the temperatures drop and leaves start to fall, it’s important to prepare your home to keep critters out. Follow these quick tips to ensure your home stays secure and critter-free this fall! 🍂
Tip #1: Seal the Gaps
With cooler weather approaching, critters of all kinds will be looking for a warm place to settle in. The first step to prevent unwanted guests is to inspect and seal any gaps or holes around your home. These tiny openings can be like welcome mats for rodents, raccoons, opossums, and other animals.
Steps to Seal the Gaps:
1. Inspect Your Home: Walk around the exterior of your home and look for any visible gaps or holes. Pay special attention to areas around windows, doors, and the foundation.
2. Don’t Forget the Roof: Check for any gaps around the roofline, chimneys, and vents. Critters are excellent climbers and will take advantage of any opening they find.
3. Contact a Wildlife Removal Professional for Help: For custom solutions including sealing, contact a professional to ensure effective sealing. Contact us for expert assistance!
4. Maintain Your Seals: Regularly check your seals throughout the season.
Tip #2: Clean Your Gutters 🍁
Fallen leaves can clog gutters, creating a perfect spot for pests to nest. Keep your gutters clean to avoid water damage and prevent critters from moving in.
Gutter Maintenance Tips:
1. Regular Cleaning: Clear out leaves and debris from your gutters regularly, especially during the fall.
2. Install Gutter Guards: Consider installing gutter guards to prevent leaves and debris from accumulating in the first place.
If you need a hand, we’re here to help! We offer gutter services such as exclusion, cleaning and installation of gutter guards.
Tip #3: Inspect Attics and Basements
Critters love cozying up in attics and basements. Inspect these areas for signs of animals and ensure they’re sealed properly.
Inspection Tips:
1. Look for Signs: Check for droppings, nests, or gnawed materials that indicate the presence of pests.
2. Seal Entry Points: Ensure that windows, vents, and other potential entry points are securely sealed.
Need a thorough inspection? We’ve got you covered!
Tip #4: Check Your Chimneys
Make sure your chimney has a secure cap to prevent animals from entering. Birds, squirrels, and raccoons love making homes in chimneys.
Chimney Maintenance Tips:
1. Install a Chimney Cap: A stainless steel cap can effectively keep animals out and is durable enough to last a lifetime.
2. Regular Inspections: Have your chimney inspected regularly to ensure the cap is secure and there are no blockages.
We offer stainless steel chimney cap installations with a lifetime warranty. Contact us for more information!
Tip #5: Secure Your Trash Cans and Pet Food
Unsecured pet food and trash cans can attract unwanted animals to your home.
Securing Tips:
1. Store Pet Food Properly: Keep pet food indoors or in sealed containers.
2. Use Secure Trash Cans: Ensure your trash cans have tight-fitting lids.
3. Clean Up Promptly: Clean up food scraps and spills immediately to avoid attracting pests.
By taking these simple steps, you can help keep your home and neighborhood safe from wildlife intrusions. Need help with an animal problem? Contact us for expert removal and prevention solutions!
Let’s enjoy the beauty of fall without the worry of uninvited guests!
