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Pests infestation indeed is one of the most common problems that every household has to face almost throughout the year. This depends upon many factors that include weather conditions, sanitation of your house, humidity, and many more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Regular checking of your house can help you get rid of these pests infestation and save you from serious health hazards. There are lots of DIY ideas on how to get rid of pests infestation, or if you think the situation is out of control, then approaching professional <\/span>pests control services would be a better idea.<\/span><\/p>\n

Listed below are some of the DIY ideas for pests control:<\/span><\/h2>\n

Termites<\/b><\/h3>\n

The best way to keep termites aside is to keep the moisture away from your home. Termites thrive in areas where there is moisture. Also, declutter your house, throw away unwanted wooden items and cardboard boxes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Checking for cracks in the wall will also help you control termite infestation. Taking help from a professional<\/span> termite control service<\/a> is also a good way to keep termites away from your house.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rats<\/b><\/h3>\n

Rats are known for destruction. Rat infestation not only carries diseases but also damages the furniture and other treasured belongings in your house. Keeping rats away from your house can be a challenging task.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Rats also cause additional damage by introducing pests like ticks, fleas, and mites. Sealing holes and cracks in your house might help you control rat infestation<\/a>, but a professional <\/span>rat control service can give a permanent solution.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cockroach<\/b><\/h3>\n

Cockroaches are one of the most common pests that are seen everywhere in your house. They are quite hard to get rid of. They are found in areas like the kitchen, bathroom, and living spaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best DIY fix to get rid of cockroach<\/a> infestation is by mixing an equal part of sugar and baking soda. Spray the mixture in the places where you find cockroaches the most.<\/span><\/p>\n

This will lead to the mixing of the acid in the roaches\u2019 stomach, eventually causing it to die slowly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ants<\/b><\/h3>\n

It is quite frustrating to deal with ants as they come to your house frequently in large numbers. They are known for contaminating food, damaging woods, and other household material for building their nest.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The most effective way to keep ants from coming to your house is to sprinkle coffee in areas where you see them the most. Or, you can try mixing 1 cup of sugar and 1 tsp of borax.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

After mixing, you can soak small balls of cotton and leave them in a place where you see ants the most. The ants get attracted by the sugar and will take borax to their nesting. This will kill the ants.<\/span><\/p>\n

Spiders<\/b><\/h3>\n

Spiders are seen hiding in dark places, such as cracks on the wall, and corners around the houses. They are a nuisance and no matter how many times you try to get rid of them, they come back again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

They get inside your house through cracks in the wall, doors, and windows, though some species of spider prefer to stay outdoors. In fact, spider eradication is one of the major requirements for many people opting for<\/span> pest control services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The best home remedy to repel spider infestation is to use a mixture of vinegar and water combined equally. Spray the mixture where you see them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The above-mentioned DIY ideas to keep the pests away from your house<\/a> might not be effective all the time, especially if the pest infestation is severe.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As one of the leading providers of <\/span>pest control services in and around Kolkata, we, at <\/span>Pestico<\/span><\/a>, help you get rid of pest infestation permanently. Regardless of the severity of the infestation, we are equipped with industry-leading equipment, sanitary tools, disinfectants, and pesticides.<\/span>