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You probably think that controlling pests in your home should be left to the exterminators. However, there are times that you can eliminate pests without outside help. This article will give you some pointers and tips to help you do battle with household pests. Just keep reading to learn everything you need to know.

Use steel wool to fill up mouse holes. This metal is too strong for their teeth. Openings measuring more than 1/2 an inch need stuffing. Mice and rats can squeeze through some tiny openings.

Are you getting fruit flies even after you've eliminated them? The source of your problem may be your drain. Make sure that you wrap your drain to the best of your ability with plastic. If you find some, pour a little boiling water down the drain and then scrub it well. This should keep away fruit flies and stop them from breeding in that area.

There are dogs that are specially trained to detect termites. If an inspector checks your house on his own, he is only able to confirm that you are about one-third free of termites. If you get a dog that can find them, they most likely ensure the safety of your entire residence. They can smell for methane gas, which is a byproduct from termites.



Always fix leaks in the plumbing. Pests of all kinds need water to live and thrive. You would be surprised how far away they can be http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohSPP-wyjb8 yet they know of your water drip. You should not be the cause of your pest problem. A little maintenance can go a long way in preventing pests.

With this knowledge, you will be able to determine if you need an expert or if you can take care of your pest problems yourself. Use these tips and make sure you select methods adapted to the kind of pest you are dealing with. If you succeed in exterminating the pests, your will be happy that you took the time to learn how to do so!