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Tips for Hiring a Professional Tucson Exterminator:

Cooperation is a must in preventing and controlling pests and rodents. Choosing a pest control professional to share in identification and treatment responsibilities is an important decision. The recommendations provided below will help you to better understand how to select a pest control professional and make a decision that best serves your business:

• Always work with a qualified, licensed pest management company; evaluate companies that are members of national, state or local pest management associations.
• Ask other business owners to recommend pest control companies they have used successfully and how satisfied they were with the service.
• If a sizable amount of money is involved, get bids from several pest management firms.
• Don’t rush a decision. Since you are paying for professional knowledge and skill, look for someone whose judgment you can trust.
• Before signing a contract, be sure to fully understand the nature of the pest, the extent of the infestation, and the work necessary to solve the problem.
• Buy value, not price. Beware of bargains that sound too good to be true.

Locate a licensed pest control professional in your area who can assist you in proper identification and treatment of your pest problems.

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The National Pest Management Association shares tips to pest-proof your home for the change in season

Fall is a favorite season for many, as it signals the beginning of colorful leaves and crisp weather. But for many pests, including rodents, spiders and cockroaches, the change in season indicates the need to find refuge from the cold winter ahead. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) reminds homeowners of the importance that fall pest-proofing can play in keeping pests from making their home in yours.

Rodents carry diseases, including Salmonella and Hantavirus, and can cause structural damage to a property by gnawing through wires, which can cause house fires, and nesting in insulation. Cockroaches also spread disease and their droppings and saliva can trigger asthma attacks, especially in young children. Brown recluse spiders will bite if threatened, injecting venom that can be dangerous to those with allergic reactions.

“When the weather cools, our warm homes are just as enticing to pests as they are to us,” says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for NPMA. “Yet, pests are unwelcome houseguests as they can pose serious health and property threats. In preparation for winter, homeowners should be proactive and vigilant in preventing pests from coming indoors.”

The NPMA recommends these fall pest-proofing tips:

• Install door sweeps on exterior doors and repair damaged screens.
• Screen vents and openings to chimneys.
• Seal cracks and crevices on the outside of the home, including areas where utilities and pipes enter.
• Store food in airtight containers and dispose of garbage regularly in sealed receptacles.
• Replace loose mortar and weather stripping around the basement foundation and windows.
• Eliminate all moisture sites, including leaking pipes and clogged drains.
• Store firewood at least 20 feet away from the house; keep shrubbery well-trimmed.
• If you suspect a pest infestation in your home, contact a licensed pest professional to inspect, identify and treat the problem.

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