5 Critter Prevention Tips New Homeowners Need to Know

Whether you're still basking in the glory of closing on your new home or treating the aches and pains that come with moving in, it’s important to start thinking about how to protect it. To keep your new home safe, think beyond conventional security systems - because thieves aren't the only ones who may try to access your home. You also have to be on guard against various kinds of wildlife.

Preventative Wildlife Control Tips

Depending on where you live, you may be vulnerable to intrusions from rats, birds, raccoons, squirrels, possums, and others. Once inside, these critters can destroy your belongings, not to mention the structural elements of your home. They will also steal food, spread diseases, and make unsettling noises at all hours.

However, there are several steps you can take to prevent pesky critters from invading your home at the outset, including:

• Inspecting your new property thoroughly for signs of infestation. You may already be housing critters without knowing it.
• Looking for potential access points. Even if your home is free and clear, there may be holes or weak patches of a wall or the roof that require immediate remediation.
• Learning about the most common household pests in your area. Understanding what kinds of critters invade your neighbors' homes will help you better understand how to identify potential access points and safeguard against them.
• Establishing a regular maintenance plan. As your home ages and endures the elements, it becomes more vulnerable to intrusion. But regular upkeep can help keep invaders out.
• Installing deterrents. Critters will find access points you'd never think of and will diligently work to create holes where there are none. To keep them out, you need effective deterrents.

Deter Critters with Critter Guard

Not all deterrents are equally effective, especially when it comes to elevated access points. Critter Guard's Line Guard and Pole Guard are humane deterrents that can keep critters from using power lines, poles, and trees to gain entry into your home. These products not only keep homes safe, but are also widely used by utility companies to protect vital equipment and facilities from these pests.

Make sure you're the only one settling into your new home by keeping wildlife out. Regular inspections and maintenance, along with effective deterrents like Critter Guard, will help keep your home free and clear of critters. Contact us today to learn more.