There will come a time that everyone has to move. The process of moving is not always fun because of all the stress that comes along with it. There are many reasons to move from one house to the next. Some people are moving to expand the space of their home while some people need to reduce the size of the house. There are lots of growing families and couples that are moving for school and even for careers. You want to make sure that when you realize that you are moving you make a plan. There is a lot that goes into the moving process and you want to make sure that nothing is skipped. When you are ready to move you want to add to the list of things to do, having the home inspected for pests. No one wants to move into a new home that has any type of pest infestation. A Five Star Termite & Pest Control outlines why you need to have your new home inspected and treated For pests.
Why is a Pest Infestation Dangerous?
If you are moving into a space that already has an infestation then you are stuck with what comes with those pests. The main problem is that there are some pests that pose a health risk to you and your family. If you have an infestation of cockroaches they cause problems with people with asthma and allergies as well as food poisoning and other illnesses. If you are stuck moving in with an infestation of rodents they also bring with them contamination when it comes to food. They also have been known to carry disease that can be passed to the members of your family. There are other pests that will cause damage to your home when they are left unchecked. If you have pests such as rodents or even termites you want to be cautious about the damage they are causing. The termites will eat through the beams in the walls creating a precarious situation with the structure of the house.
What Do They Look for During a Pest Inspection?
When you are ready to move in you want to make sure that the house is empty and checked and treated for pests. The professional pest control company can come out and look for signs that there is a current infestation. They will look for feces, staining, access points and more. When it comes to bed bugs they can even hide out in cracks and crevices in your home which should be checked before you move in. The inspection will bring up any areas that look suspect and that should be treated.
What Should You Do if You See Signs of Pest Infestation?
If the inspection turns up with an infestation you want to have it treated right away. it is best to have the home treated before you move a single item into the house. That way you can protect your things and have the home treated. Then you want to keep up on the treatments to ensure that the pests don’t come straight back in.
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