Those most people hate cockroaches, they are more harmless than many pests.
Do-it-yourself pest control ranges from very-easy-to-set-up fly traps to more serious pests like fleas and bedbugs. Because bedbugs can be particularly difficult to eradicate, the CDC recommends calling a professional at the first signs of infestation. Other common DIY pest-control kits include mosquitoes, rats and mice, roaches and ants. The trick with most pest control is to use the most effective and least damaging measures immediately, so the pests are not driven into hiding in a more difficult to reach place. There are dozens of different kinds of pest control kits, so do your research to find and use the best one for your needs. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Research your pest problem. Look all around your house for potential entrance and exit points, and get a picture or a good look at one of them to make sure you can identify it correctly. Many websites have detailed descriptions of pests.
2. Purchase a pest control kit that meets your needs. Make sure it's for the exact pest you're trying to eradicate, as not all insects or rodents are the same. If it's going to be in a public place in your home or office, look for a kit that's covered, streamlined and more aesthetically pleasing. For example, you can get flypaper that hides behind a small screen so the caught flies are less obvious.
3. Follow all safety precautions. If you have children or pets, make sure all pest control products are covered and off the floor, or blocked off safely. Pest control products containing chemicals are required to list safety warnings, so read the labels carefully before and after purchase. Consult your doctor or a pest control specialist with any concerns.
4. Use the kit exactly as directed. This includes following expiration dates, placement instructions and refilling or restocking when necessary. Some of the instructions may not make sense, but the kit will work best when you follow the instructions.
5. Keep your house clean. While pests can invade even the cleanest houses, keeping anything the pest can eat off the floor and away from entrance and exit points aids the removal effort.
6. Bring in a professional when necessary. If you're dealing with pests that are poisonous, eat wood and can damage your house, or are particularly pervasive, it's time to bring in a pest-control expert.
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