The first step in pest prevention is to determine how they are getting into your home. Unfortunately, insects and rodents make their way inside through the tiniest cracks and small openings. Thoroughly inspect your home inside and out to ensure all means of access to your home are properly sealed. Look closely at baseboards, doors, windows, in corners, and at the foundation of your dwelling. When you find openings, use caulk or weatherstripping to seal the area and close off each entry point. You are likely to discover mice near exposed pipes or find they are coming in through the small crack between an exterior door and the floor. Again, seal any cracks or gaps you find. Purchase a door sweep for your doors leading in and out to prevent mice from entering there. 1. Find Out Where the Pests are Coming from and Block Their Entry Household pests are drawn to kitchen areas because they are looking for food and water, they need to sustain themselves. By taking the time to put into place the preventative measures listed below, you can prevent an infestation of pests commonly found in pantries such as ants, cockroaches, flour beetles, weevils, and mice. Tips for Organizing Your Kitchen Pantry and Keeping It Pest-Free
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