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How Many Bugs Are In Your Home Right Now?
Jun 24, 2020
Most People Have No Idea How Many Bugs They Are Living With Right Now
Nobody likes unexpected house guests. It is something we have all experienced—friends and family members drop by unannounced; strangers knock on your door attempting to sell you something, and nosy neighbors show up uninvited. Sometimes they even linger and stay far longer than they should. We often regard these unwelcome visitors as pests, invading our homes, and infringing upon our privacy without any regard for courtesy and social propriety. On the bright side, though, we can ask them to leave, and they generally will, even if grudgingly. There is a different kind of pest; however, that won’t simply leave when you ask them to. Very often, you may not even realize that they have invaded your home until the damage has begun. We are talking about real pests—bugs.
Insects, spiders, and a multitude of parasites find their way into our homes every day. They are often unseen, only coming out at night and burrowing into walls, ceilings, flooring, ductwork, storage areas, foundations, basements, attics, crawlspaces, and out-of-the-way places. They settle in and it is usually only when they begin to mass-produce and create problems in the home that we become aware of their existence.
Most people are shocked to learn that there is an average of 100 or more species of bugs living in the average home
at any given time. It doesn’t matter how new or old your house is, how clean your house is, what pets you have, how rich or poor your neighborhood is, or what the climate is like where you live—insects are there and living right alongside you, and their populations can number into the thousands or even millions.
Some of these pests may be harmless, but others, not so much. Many species of pests commonly found in homes that will do considerable damage to your property if left uncontrolled include termites, ants, cockroaches, mites, flies, spiders, silverfish, fleas, lice, Bed Bugs, and more. In fact, a 2016 study of homes in rural North Carolina
found spiders in 100% of the homes. On average, there are over 60 spiders in our homes.
Pests can compromise your home’s foundation and building structures, contaminate your water and food supply, and destroy wiring, woodwork, flooring, furniture, books, clothing, and other possessions. Additionally, with their droppings, dead carcasses, and nesting habits, left untreated, pests eventually turn your home into an unsanitary, foul-smelling, wholly unpleasant place to live. They can also attract even more pests (including rodents). Perhaps worst of all, a bug-infested environment creates a hazard to human health, exposing your family to a wide variety of dangerous viruses, parasites, and pathogens.
Armed with this knowledge, you may be wondering (and rightly so) what you can do about it. The first and most crucial step in protecting your home and family from insect infestation is identification. The most effective way to identify potential insect problems is an inspection by a professional pest control company. A pro will know exactly where to look and what signs to check to identify potential insect problems long before the homeowner will recognize any signs of infestation. An expert will also know how to effectively eliminate an infestation and put a plan into action to protect your home and family from problems well into the future.
It is no surprise that real estate experts today strongly recommend professional pest inspections
when you are considering selling your home, and regularly to protect your home’s structural integrity and overall property value. A pest inspection is a terrific investment that will save you thousands of dollars in costly repairs resulting from pest damage.
A regular professional pest control inspection is one of the most effective protective measures you can take, and smart homeowners everywhere are making this critical service an integral part of their annual home maintenance. So please don’t wait. The sooner an infestation is detected, the sooner action can be taken, and the easier it will be to eliminate it. If you reside in Bedford, New Jersey or surrounding areas, the number one pest control inspection company is Elite Pest Control. With a reputation for excellence, honesty, integrity, and affordable care, we are simply the best choice for pest inspections and control services in the community. Our five-star reviews speak for themselves, and our experienced, caring, and committed staff is standing by ready to assist you. Give us a call today for a free estimate or to schedule a full inspection.
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