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DIY Pest Control: here are some effective strategies for common pests, along with reference links for detailed guidance:

1. Ants

• Diatomaceous Earth (DE): Sprinkle food-grade DE around entry points and along ant trails. This natural powder dehydrates and kills ants upon contact.

  Real Simple

• Vinegar Solution: Mix equal parts of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Apply to areas where ants are present to disrupt their scent trails and deter them from returning.

  Real Simple

2. Spiders

• Essential Oils: Peppermint, tea tree, and citrus oils are known to repel spiders. Mix a few drops with water and spray around windows, doors, and other entry points.

• Sticky Traps: Place these in corners, near baseboards, and behind furniture to capture wandering spiders.

3. Wasps & Hornets

• DIY Wasp Traps: Create a trap using a soda bottle filled with sugar water and a drop of dish soap. The sweet solution attracts wasps, and the soap reduces surface tension, causing them to drown.

  Better Homes & Gardens

• Peppermint Oil Spray: Mix water with a few drops of peppermint oil and spray around nesting areas to deter wasps.

4. Rodents (Mice & Rats)

• Seal Entry Points: Inspect your home's exterior for cracks and crevices, and use silicone-based caulk or steel wool for sealing.

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• Traps: Use snap traps or humane live traps baited with peanut butter to effectively capture rodents.

5. Cockroaches

• Boric Acid & Sugar: Create a mixture of boric acid and sugar to attract and kill roaches. Place small amounts in areas where roaches are active, keeping it out of reach of pets and children.

• Baking Soda & Sugar: This combination acts as a natural bait that, when ingested by roaches, produces gas and kills them.

6. Mosquitoes

• DIY Mosquito Traps: Use bucket traps with Mosquito Dunks containing Bti bacteria to kill mosquito larvae. Alternatively, bottle traps emitting carbon dioxide can attract and trap adult mosquitoes.

  Better Homes & Gardens

• Eliminate Standing Water: Regularly empty bird baths, drainage dishes, and other containers that can collect water, as mosquitoes breed in stagnant water.

  Better Homes & Gardens

Local Resources

For personalized advice and to purchase pest control products, consider visiting local experts:

• Pest Control Center Inc.: They offer a variety of products and guidance for DIY pest control enthusiasts.

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• Goldminer Pest Control: Based in Colfax, they provide professional pest management services and can offer insights into local pest challenges.

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Safety Precautions: Always read and follow label instructions when using any pest control products. Ensure that treatments are kept out of reach of children and pets. For persistent or severe infestations, it may be best to consult a licensed pest control professional.

• When to Text or Call Us

• If DIY methods aren’t effective after 2-3 weeks

• Signs of a severe infestation (droppings, nests, multiple sightings)

• Structural damage from termites or rodents

• Stings or bites from aggressive pests (wasps, bed bugs, etc.)

• Text or call us at (916)865-6946 and we’d be happy to provide you with exceptional pest prevention