What is Pest Exclusion
Pest exclusion is a process of preventing pests from entering your home or business. It involves sealing up any holes, cracks, or gaps that pests could use to get in. Pest exclusion is an important part of any integrated pest management (IPM) program.
Why is pest exclusion important?
Pests can cause a number of problems, including:
• Spreading diseases
• Contaminating food and water
• Damaging property
• Creating a nuisance
Pest exclusion can help to prevent all of these problems. It is also a more environmentally friendly way to control pests than using pesticides.
How to exclude pests
There are a number of things you can do to exclude pests from your home or business, including:
• Seal up any holes, cracks, or gaps in your foundation, exterior walls, and roofline.
• Install screens on all windows and doors.
• Keep your yard clean and free of debris.
• Trim trees and shrubs so that they do not touch your home.
• Store food in airtight containers.
• Dispose of garbage properly.