During the colder months, household pests can become more prevalent. A variety of insects and animals begin seeking shelter in the warmth of your home, but being aware of what to look for can help protect your home from unwanted intrusions. While the majority of these visitors are harmless, they can still carry diseases and damage your property, so it's important to keep them out whenever possible. Here are a few critters that professional pest control services can prevent from coming into your home this fall.

What Are Some Common Household Pests in Autumn?

1. Mice & Rodents

As the weather begins to cool down, rodents and other smaller animals will begin seeking shelter. Your attic and basement make perfect spots for them to hunker down over winter, so it's important to pest-proof these areas. Sealing up exposed spaces around windows, doors, and plumbing will minimize the number of entry points into your home. You'll also want to repair any window screens to limit access to your home's interior. Additionally, maintaining plants and debris around the yard can also minimize the number of hiding spaces for small animals, making it harder for them to find a way into the home. 

2. Spiders

Spiders are also more likely to make an appearance in your home since fall is their mating season. While some houses might have these bugs year-round, they may start showing up in larger numbers during their peak season. They tend to create their webs in cluttered or hidden areas, such as the attic, garage, or basement. Regularly cleaning out spider webs will discourage them from setting up permanently, as will keeping outdoor lights off when they aren't needed.

3. Cockroaches

Cockroaches are attracted to warm spaces, food crumbs, and water sources, so your home is the ideal spot for them to camp out during the fall and winter. If there are any leaks or areas with extra condensation in your house, make sure to repair any leaking structures and keep the spaces as dry as possible. It's also recommended to sweep and vacuum up food particles and put away or seal up any open food containers. Pest control specialists can also use advanced technology to keep these pests out of your home.

To protect your property from pests this fall, turn to All-Rite Pest Control. Having provided Versailles, KY, and the surrounding areas with superior pest control solutions since 1972, they can help keep your home free of a wide range of critters, including ants, mice, spiders, and cockroaches. For more information about their services, visit their website or call (859) 873-1400.