The Dangers of DIY Pest Control: When to Call in the Professionals

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Pests are a common nuisance that can invade our homes and businesses, causing frustration, damage, and even health risks. When faced with a pest problem, it’s natural to want to take matters into your own hands and attempt to eliminate the invaders through do-it-yourself (DIY) methods. While DIY pest control might seem like a cost-effective and convenient solution, it comes with its own set of dangers and limitations. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore why there are times when it’s crucial to call in the professionals for effective pest control.

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Mouse-Proof Your Home This Fall: Simple Tips from Erdye’s Pest Control

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As the leaves begin to change and the temperatures drop, fall brings a cozy ambiance to our homes. However, it also invites some unwelcome guests – mice! These furry critters are notorious for seeking warmth and shelter in our homes during the colder months. But fear not, with a few simple tips and tricks, you can mouse-proof your home and keep these unwanted visitors at bay. In this blog post, we’ll share some valuable insights from Erdye’s Pest Control on how to fortify your home against mice this fall.

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The 5 Worst Ways to Get Rid of Bed Bugs

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Bed bugs can cause a problem as they spread very easily, which means many people need to get rid of bed bugs. All it takes is a single contaminated item to touch a new area, and the bed bugs have spread before you know it.

 
According to the internet, there are multiple ways that people can try to get rid of bed bugs, but as you might expect with the internet – don’t believe everything you read!

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10 Things You Can Do Right Now To Get Rid of Mice

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Some people keep mice as pets but not all mice live in cages. Mice enter your home uninvited and cause many problems. They’ll seek out and eat your food, cause damage to your floors and walls, and leave droppings everywhere. If you’re experiencing a rodent home invasion, here are 10 ways to get rid of mice now.

1. Keep food in sealed containers

As mice are attracted by food, keeping food in sealed containers will help to prevent mice finding it. While it won’t stop them coming in your home, it will keep your food safe and will ultimately leave mice looking elsewhere for food.

2. Keep firewood away from your home or garage

Food isn’t the only attraction – warmth and shelter are high on the priority list for mice. A pile of wood looks like an ideal shelter for a mouse to move in to, and the closer it is to your buildings, the more likely the mouse (or mice) is to enter your garage or home. Do yourself a favor and keep firewood at least 25 feet from any structure.

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Avoid Bed Bugs While Traveling

How to Avoid Bed Bugs and Other Pests While Traveling on Vacation

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A vacation should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment, so you will do everything you can to ensure that everything goes to plan. Unfortunately, while you may have your eye on the bigger picture, there are a lot of smaller things that can conspire to ruin your fun.Today, we are going to give you some advice on how to avoid bed bugs and other pests while traveling on vacation.

Bed bugs and other parasites and pests can be a nightmare if you encounter them on your travels. You might think staying in top-class hotels, being careful when packing your cases, and keeping to the tourist areas of the beach will keep you safe…but you’d be wrong.

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