Pests often get into homes through gaps underneath doors and around utility lines, cracks in the foundation, and damaged vents or screens.
Jersey Shore homes don’t need large holes in the wall for pests to be able to get inside. Even small openings can be large enough for pests to squeeze through. When weatherstripping wears down, caulk separates from the spaces it’s supposed to seal, and screens tear, pests can get inside through those gaps.
Some openings are only big enough for insects. Others are large enough for rodents, since mice can squeeze through gaps about a quarter-inch wide.
Start looking around doorways first. Look at the corners of garage doors as well as the bottoms of exterior doors. Any small gaps in the seals can let pests of all sorts inside.
Check windows and exterior trim as well. Small gaps around frames can give insects and rodents a way to get inside protected spaces like wall voids where they can stay throughout the winter.
Be sure to check your home's foundation and basement openings as well. Cracks and poorly fitted vents are common ways that pests get inside. Also check around utility lines, as those spots may not be properly sealed.
Roofs can also be a problem, particularly around soffits and attic vents. Insects can fly and rodents can climb, so if there are problems up in those areas, they can gain access to your attic.
If you find gaps, seal them or screen them as appropriate. Make sure you don’t block drainage and ventilation as you do this. And if you need help, you may also like knowing that Mosquito Squad of the Jersey Shore offers Multi-Pest 365, an annual program addressing a range of indoor and outdoor pests.
For help with recurring pest activity around your Jersey Shore home, call Mosquito Squad at (732) 716-3346 or request a free quote online.
