Right now, most of us are reflecting on the year that is passing, and looking forward to the new one in front of us. With every new year beginning, we make resolutions to improve the quality of life for ourselves and our loved ones. So for 2023, make a resolution that will really improve your health. It’s very simple really, clean more. Seems strange to say, but keeping a clean home will help your health by making your space less attractive to pests. Pests can cause us a laundry list of health issues. So what can we do?
  • Change your air filters. This small task can greatly reduce the presence of dust mites in your home. Mites transmit certain diseases, and can trigger eczema, asthma and hay fever reactions. These reactions can become extremely severe if a person has asthma or an allergy to mites. Mites have also been linked to rashes, dermatitis, grocer’s itch and even scabies.
  • Dust surfaces, corners and cobwebs. Dusting regularly will help with dust mites and also disturb the hiding places of spiders. Almost all spiders are venomous, only two small families of spiders lack venom glands. The venom can range in the reaction in people and pets from mild to very severe. No spider bite feels good, so dusting their hiding places can give them the message that they are not welcome.
  • Vacuum often. Vacuuming is also another great way to deter spiders from hanging around. It also helps remove food particles that are feasts for ants, cockroaches and flies. Areas that are missed in your vacuuming routine can also be fertile grounds for carpet beetles and clothes moths. These critters feed on pet hair, lint and food crumbs. The presents of any of these pests are harmful to the health of humans and pets.
  • Clean clutter in basements or sheds and rotate wood piles. Mice love to find shelter in undisturbed outdoor structures and wood piles. Mice droppings can cause Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) this is a respirator disease and it is severe to humans, sometimes fatal.
Pests can not only make us sick, but the damage they cause to our Wichita homes and food sources can become expensive. Save your money and your health by making a cleaner home your 2023 priority. If you do see evidence of pests in your home, call the experts at All Star Pest Control to get started on a healthier home. We even offer 50% off your first treatment. 316-854-3096