Sadly, the summer travel season is quickly coming to a screeching halt.  There are new clothes and shoes to buy, backpacks to fill, and children to prepare for the upcoming school year.

As we busy ourselves with these new tasks, many types of pests will soon be looking to find a suitable place to live before the harsh cold weather hits.  Like humans, insects and rodents need the same basic things for survival…food, water, and shelter.  As the summertime heat begins to drift away, it’s time for homeowners to prepare their homes for the chilly weather that will soon be upon us report NY and NJ pest control professionals.

The best way to keep pests from infesting your home is to keep them out in the first place.  Eliminating their entry points by sealing up all cracks, crevices, holes, and gaps on the exterior of the home will help improve the chances that your home will remain pest free throughout the fall, winter, and springtime seasons. Insects come in all different sizes and therefore can fit into tiny deficiencies in a building.  Caulk in an easy and inexpensive way to keep insects and pests out of your home.  Here are a few caulking tips…

• Using caulk around window frames will not only keep the temperature of your home regulated, it will keep unwanted insects out.

• Use caulk to seal joints. • Clear silicone caulk is known for its flexibility and is recommended for areas that will not be painted.

• Caulk can be used to patch small cracks in foundations and siding.

• Use caulk around air intakes, exposed plumbing pipes, venting pipes, sky lights, and exhaust grills.

Sealing your home is important, but many people will quickly find that certain pests are clever and resourceful.  Despite your best efforts to keep them out, some pests will still find their way indoors.  NY and NJ pest control professionals recommend regular pest inspections and treatment from a licensed pest control expert to ensure that your home is safe from insects and rodents.