You invest a lot of time and money into making your house feel like a home. The last thing you want to do is share this with unwanted guests, it doesn’t matter whether these are rodents or insects, they can do damage to your home.
The good news is that many of the insects that are attracted to your home can also be attracted to a high-quality UV light insect killer, effectively eliminating the issue.
Let’s take a look at what insects you are most likely to find in your home.
Termites
This is one insect that most people have heard of and know the amount of damage it can cause. Termites generally live under your home and will eat through the wood in your property. A colony can eat as much as 6 inches of 2×4 in just five months.
In short, they can cause a lot of damage and are difficult to spot in the early stages. That’s why you need regular inspections.
Flies
One of the biggest insect problems that most Australian households face is flies. They are generally attracted to the food in your home and the temperature. It’s warm in the winter months and cooler in the summer months when it gets too hot outside.
Of course, flies carry diseases and are a nuisance. The good news is that the UV insect killer is very effective at eliminating any that do enter your home. It’s best to have it situated near the entry points to ensure it limits the fly population.
Mosquitoes
These flying insects are weak flyers but known to carry diseases and the females need human blood. That makes them one of the biggest nuisances on the list. Mosquitoes generally appear around dusk and dawn. They need standing water in order to lay their eggs.
That means, while the UV insect killer is generally effective against mosquitoes, it is better to ensure there is no standing water. This will prevent these insects from wanting to be in your home.
Cockroaches
Another undesirable insect is the cockroach. These generally scuttle around at night. They are also capable of carrying diseases and will come into contact with many surfaces in your property.
Cockroaches are attracted to food waste and will enter clean or dirty homes if they think there is food available. That’s why it is important to store all food properly and wipe down surfaces before and after use.
Ants
Ants are generally considered as a nuisance instead of being harmful. They don’t carry diseases and don’t normally pose a threat to your health. However, that doesn’t mean you want to see them walking around your home.
It’s best to eliminate what attracts them rather than try to kill each ant that enters.
There are other insects and pests that will try to infiltrate your home. In general, keeping food stored properly and using the right insect killers will help to ensure you are not dealing with an insect epidemic. That will allow you to enjoy the space!