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Rodents can cause several problems when they get onto your Punta Gorda property. The troubles start when they dig into your lawn, resulting in unsightly holes. They can also fit through tiny crevices in your exterior, allowing access inside your house.
The biggest problems occur when these pests get into your home. They can damage insulation in your attic and chew on wires behind walls. These actions can cause your utility bills to increase and potential electrical fires.
A sturdy fence can keep rodents off your property, but many can find ways through this blockade. Fortunately, you can create a second line of defense to keep them from invading your house. Some of these prevention tips include:
Store food in rodent-proof containers.
Remove garbage frequently.
Reduce clutter.
Trim plants away from your house.
Rodents can be dangerous to remove because they can bite and potentially spread illnesses. For this reason, you should call rodent control professionals to handle an infestation on your property. At Keller’s Pest Control, our technicians use the safest and most effective methods to remove these pests. Call us today to learn more about our rodent exclusion services in Punta Gorda.
Roaches in Punta Gorda can be scary-looking intruders in your home. They're larger than many pests and look like they could be dangerous. While they don't bite or sting people, they can make occupants sick by spreading illnesses around a property.
These pests live in unsanitary areas and pick up potentially dangerous pathogens on their bodies, carrying them into homes. They spread these pathogens on surfaces when they move around at night and hide to avoid residents. Some illnesses you can catch from roaches include:
Typhoid fever
Cholera
Dysentery
Listeriosis
Salmonellosis
The most common symptoms of these illnesses are fever and diarrhea, and they're usually not serious. However, their urine, droppings, and saliva can cause allergies and asthma symptoms in some people, which can be a greater risk. Give us a call if you see roaches and get started on our effective cockroach control services in Punta Gorda.
Fleas and ticks are problematic for Punta Gorda homeowners and their pets. Many pests invade houses through gaps or holes in the exterior, but fleas and ticks jump on dogs and cats to get inside. These creatures prefer to bite animals but will also bite people.
Fleas and ticks gain entry into Punta Gorda yards on wild animals and use their leaping skills to jump on dogs and cats. Pets carry these pests into your house, where they can continue to feed on the blood of household animals and occupants.
These creatures can't live in the sun for long and need moisture to survive. As a result, shade and water are common attractants. Some common factors that attract fleas and ticks to Punta Gorda yards include:
Tall grasses
Weeds
Standing water
Vegetation
Other insects
The best way to prevent infestations is to remove these factors. You can also protect your home by regularly bathing your pets, keeping them on year-round medication, and vacuuming. However, you'll need professional assistance after they get into your house.
At Keller's Pest Control, we have the tools to find fleas and ticks and remove them from your property. We also offer quarterly services to protect your home from various Florida intruders. Contact us today to get fleas and ticks away from your Punta Gorda house.
Spiders are among the most feared pests that invade Florida homes. Many people assume all spiders are dangerous, but most are harmless. However, black widow and brown recluse spiders have potent venom that can cause medical problems.
It's hard to tell which spiders are in your house without getting close to them, but that can be problematic if dangerous spiders have infested your home. They typically hide in dark corners to stalk prey, making them difficult to see. Fortunately, you can prevent these pests by taking preventative steps, including:
Removing clutter to reduce hiding places.
Moving firewood at least 20 feet from your house.
Closing gaps or holes in your home's exterior to remove entry points.
Eliminating insect infestations that can attract spiders.
Since some spiders are dangerous, you should call professionals if you see any in your house. Our specialists at Keller's Pest Control know how to remove these arachnids and their webs and will address other infestations that might attract them. Call us today if you see spiders on your Punta Gorda property.
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