How to Store Holiday Decorations—and Keep Pests Out!
Who doesn’t love the festivity of the holiday season? Each year, we gather with friends and family to celebrate another year with one another, pay respect to our beliefs, and (of course) open some gifts! However, all good things must come to an end. Sooner or later, it becomes time to take down those bright lights and dismantle that ornately decorated tree. Now, since holiday decorations spend most of the year in storage, it’s important to know how to put them away properly—that means keeping household pests away! Here are a few tips on keeping your holiday decorations pest-free for the coming year. Clean out your storage bins First things ...
Are There Squirrels in my Home? 5 Signs of an Infestation
Unlike some rodents, tree squirrels generally don’t hibernate in the winter. Instead, they’re likely to seek out warm areas to take shelter from the elements. Our houses, with their enclosed spaces, central heating, and potentially abundant food supplies, are a perfect target. Here are a few warning signs that may indicate squirrels have moved into your home: Physical Damage If you find holes in the outer walls of your house, or shingles missing from the roof, it could be a sign that squirrels (or another pest) have moved into your home. Whether or not the squirrels are responsible for causing the damage, any openings should be dealt with immediately to ...