If you find something's ruining the food in your cupboards, leaving you itchy, or gnawing at your baseboards, it's best to get a professional pest control service involved. They have the tools to ensure the problem is dealt with thoroughly so that you won't need to call them again the following week. However, before they can treat your home, there are several steps to take. To ensure you'll get the most from their visit, here's what you need to do. 

How to Get Your Home Ready for Pest Control 

1. Clean Home and Move Furniture Away from the Walls

Most pests, especially insects and rodents, will sneak around in the dark corners and behind furniture to get around the house. In doing so, they've created a path they know to follow in the future. These are the areas that you want pest control to treat; therefore, you'll need to clear the way so that the technician can apply the pesticides or traps for them. First, vacuum and wipe down the floors and walls, and then move furniture to the center and try to leave at least 3 to 4 feet of clearance between your furniture and the walls. 

2. Keep Your Children and Pets Out of the House

Once you know when pest control services will apply the treatment, make plans to keep your kids and pets out of the house during the process. The chemicals used can irritate both children and pets, especially if they have sensitive respiratory issues. Furthermore, very young children and pets can be curious and want to explore areas they shouldn't go, so it's best to keep them out of the house entirely. Your pest control technician can tell you when it will be safe to bring everyone back into the house. 

3. Repair Holes in the Walls and Baseboards

If your pest control service is treating possible nests that exist outside your house, any of those insects or rodents might want to flee indoors. To prevent pests from finding new hiding spots in your home, patch up any holes in the flooring, walls, and baseboards.  

Whether it's bedbugs, rodents, or roaches, if you need pest control services, contact Bugmobile of Arkansas. Based in Osceola, AR, this family-owned and -operated business has been trusted by residents and businesses throughout the Delta. They're known for their comprehensive treatment and customized plans. You can learn more about their process on their website, but if you have any questions, call (870) 563-6811. They offer a free on-site walkthrough and estimate, so don't hesitate to get in touch.