How to Keep Pests Out of Your Kitchen
A large pest nesting and breeding area is the kitchen. The kitchens have easy and fast access to food and water, which is essential for the survival of insects and rodents. So it's no surprise that the kitchen is a pest control area. Before you have pesky insects and rodents in your home, check out these few ways to keep pests out of your kitchen. ● Clean the sink daily Sinks are a great place to grow and feed pests. Many pests prefer stagnant water and can even swim. A complete water sink can create flocks of fruit flies, mosquitoes and cockroaches overnight. You can avoid pest problems by cleaning the sink every day. Cleaning the sink includes washing all dishes immediately, emptying any standing water, scrubbing the sink walls and cleaning debris. By keeping your sink clean, you will not allow your home to become a pest paradise. ● Seal all containers Mice and other pests love loosely stored food. M...