In Illinois, pest control should be a year-round plan for your home or business. While the warmer weather sees a population explosion for many pests, don't let the cold weather fool you. As the air gets chillier, many insects look to settle down for the winter in the warmth of your home. They stay out of site for the most part, but here's the catch, they still create problems. Many become prey for those at the top of the food chain, like spiders, and when the weather starts to warm up again, you can find yourself with multiple infestations.
Organisms that exceed natural regulation control can be considered a pest. Changes in environmental factors, such as habitat destruction, can reduce predatory species to a point where they can no longer keep their prey populations in check. Sometimes, non-native species are introduced to a new region where they lack predators entirely. Whatever the cause, when a species gets out of hand and causes a problem for humans, they can be deemed pests and, therefore, worthy of removal. If a population gets out of control on your property, the best thing to do is contact a professional management company like Westshore Pest Control.
Problems Pests Cause
Pests cause so many problems that it can be challenging to track them all. Mammals and insects alike can cause structural damage to your property by feeding on insulation, wood, and other building materials. Many make a habit of chewing through wiring or even plumbing, which can amount to broader issues that are costly to repair. More importantly, they threaten our health by carrying and transmitting bacteria and disease, biting or stinging, and exacerbating conditions such as asthma. As long as they have free reign, aspiring gardeners can forget about tending to a few healthy plants, let alone a luscious garden. They see no boundaries, only opportunities. Clean or dirty, rich or poor, all they care about is habitat and having a place to call home. Considering how abundant they are and how much damage they can cause, it is no surprise that 60 percent of homeowners use preventative and corrective extermination services.
Benefits Of Professional Pest Management
Fans of DIY projects need to think twice before taking matters into their own hands. Without expert knowledge and experience, wasting time and money on ineffective products or misusing dangerous chemicals is too easy. At Westshore Pest Control, we know what specific situations call for and the correct methods for handling and implementing them. Whenever possible, we successfully utilize alternative methods, such as trapping and removal, to keep your home's residents out of harm's way.
Furthermore, leaving a population alone or failing to eradicate them on the first attempt may allow them to breed, creating a bigger problem. Homeowners should consider pest control an essential component of their home maintenance plan. Having regular visitations from professional exterminators like Westshore Pest Control can prevent costly issues and save you money in the long run. Thanks to our many years in the business, we comprehensively understand each species' behavior and how to eradicate them for good—no pest left behind.