Ants are one of the most common pests that invade our homes. They can be found in every corner of the world, and their presence can be a nuisance. These tiny creatures can enter your house through the tiniest cracks and crevices. In this blog, we will discuss the ways in which ants get into your home, and what you can do to prevent them from doing so.
Ants are attracted to food and water sources. They are always on the hunt for new sources of food, and your home can provide them with plenty of opportunities. Ants are capable of detecting even the slightest traces of food, which is why they are often found in kitchens and pantries. The most common way for ants to enter your home is through tiny cracks and gaps in your walls, floors, and foundation. These cracks can be as small as a pinhole, and ants can easily squeeze through them. Ants are also known to enter homes through open windows and doors. Ants are social insects and live in large colonies. When an ant discovers a food source in your home, it will leave a trail of pheromones for other ants to follow. This trail can lead to an infestation if not dealt with promptly. To prevent ants from entering your home, it is essential to keep your home clean and free of food debris. Wipe down counters and tables after meals and keep food stored in airtight containers. Take out the trash regularly, and keep your kitchen and pantry organized. Sealing up cracks and gaps in your home's walls, floors, and foundation can also help prevent ants from entering your home. You can use caulk or weatherstripping to seal up any gaps around windows and doors. If you already have an ant infestation in your home, it's best to call a professional pest control company to deal with the problem. They have the expertise and equipment needed to get rid of ants quickly and effectively. In conclusion, ants can enter your home in a variety of ways, but by keeping your home clean and well-sealed, you can prevent them from doing so. If you do have an ant problem, don't hesitate to call a professional pest control company to help you get rid of them. As a homeowner, one of the most important tasks you have is to keep your home safe and secure for your family. One of the ways to ensure this is by implementing pest exclusion methods in your home. Pest exclusion involves the use of techniques and strategies to prevent pests from entering your home. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of pest exclusion for residential homeowners.
Prevents Infestation Pest exclusion is the best way to prevent pest infestation in your home. By sealing all the entry points, such as cracks, gaps, and holes, you can prevent pests from entering your home. Pests, such as rodents, ants, and cockroaches, are notorious for invading homes through tiny gaps and holes in the walls and foundation. By sealing these entry points, you can stop them in their tracks, preventing them from entering your home. Saves Money Pest infestations can be costly to eradicate, especially if they are not detected early. The cost of pest control services, property damage, and health-related issues can add up quickly. Pest exclusion helps you avoid these costs by preventing pests from entering your home in the first place. By investing in pest exclusion methods, you are effectively protecting your home and saving money in the long run. Promotes Hygiene Pests, such as cockroaches and rodents, are known carriers of diseases that can be harmful to humans. These pests can contaminate food, surfaces, and air with their feces, urine, and saliva. By excluding pests from your home, you are promoting hygiene and reducing the risk of diseases caused by pests. Improves Indoor Air Quality Pest droppings, urine, and saliva can cause respiratory problems, especially in people with allergies and asthma. By preventing pests from entering your home, you are also improving indoor air quality. This is because you are reducing the number of allergens and contaminants in the air. Protects Your Property Pests, such as termites, can cause significant damage to your property. Termites feed on wood, causing structural damage that can be costly to repair. By excluding pests from your home, you are protecting your property from damage caused by pests. In conclusion, pest exclusion is an essential task for residential homeowners. It prevents infestations, saves money, promotes hygiene, improves indoor air quality, and protects your property. By investing in pest exclusion methods, you are effectively protecting your home and family from the harmful effects of pests. We “opened our doors for business” in June of 2021 with a mission statement (“Honesty. Integrity. Quality.”) and a plan to keep it simple. You are welcome for the giggle to anyone reading this that has been along for the journey with us. It has been a very long and complex road to get here. It may seem contradictory to suggest we are doing anything but keeping it simple. It was never intended to be simple for us. It’s always been our goal to keep it simple for our customers.
It’s the beginning of March, spring will be here in just a few weeks. With the season change comes the busy season for the service companies as well. The door-to-door teams are going to start canvasing neighborhoods offering some of the most creative pitches, can’t-pass-up discounts, and deals galore. Your social media feed, radio, and streaming service ads are going to be filled with super creative and competitive ads for every service you can imagine and some you never knew you needed. With all the great offers and money-saving opportunities comes the stress of finding the right company to help you. This blog is not intended to talk about all the great services we offer. We want to make sure our mission to provide Honest services with integrity and quality is clear. The mission is to help our customers make their decisions about the services they need in confidence. When you reach out to the Full Circle Difference you can be confident that our team is devoted to helping. You can trust that you won’t just get another company giving an estimate for work. You will get a partner that will work with you in finding solutions that fit your needs. The Full Circle Difference is not just us providing services in-house but having partnerships with some of the best service providers in the area, for most home and general property services. We call them All-Star Affiliates. Through the Full Circle Difference All-Star Affiliate program, you can trust any of the service providers that assist you have been vetted and have the same level of commitment to the mission of Honest, Integrity, and Quality. This is where the simple part comes in. You have one contact for all your property needs. You can talk to a live account manager or set everything up digitally from any device. No matter if you are working with any of our in-house services (inspections, Termite and Pest Control, Landscape Services, Pressure Washing & Windows, General Construction, Handyman Services) or an All-Star Affiliate, you will have the online portal that gives you 24/7 access to your information. Through the online portal, you can review all past services, detailed reports, photos, and all related documents, pay bills online, request services, report sightings or other concerns, and even manage unique records for multiple properties. In closing, the reason our mission is important to us, is we believe that to achieve our mission and see success, it takes a community to support. Our goal is to bring together a support network of local small businesses in the property services industry to provide a transparent and trustworthy resource. |
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AuthorMy name is Raymond Newara and I am the co-owner and co-founder of Full Circle Termite and Pest Control, Inc. Our goal is our commitment to our customers; "Honesty. Integrity. Quality." |