Claremont, NC Pest Control

Tips Every Claremont Homeowner Can Use To Reduce Mosquito Activity

Mosquitoes are some of the worst pests to have around. They ruin otherwise pleasant evenings in your yard and can even transmit life-threatening diseases. Still, you can keep them at bay with the following strategies:

• Eliminate standing water: This essential tip will help remove breeding sites, like birdbaths, flower pots, buckets, and other containers. Check for clogged gutters and ensure they are draining, as they are another common culprit.
• Maintain your yard: Mow your lawn regularly and trim shrubs and trees to remove hiding spots. Tall grass and dense vegetation are essential to their survival as they use them to hide during the day.
• Install window and door screens: You won't need to keep all windows and doors closed once fitted with fine-mesh screens to prevent mosquitoes from entering your Claremont home. Repair any holes or tears promptly so they stay effective.
• Wear protective clothing: Minimizing outdoor activities during dawn and dusk is best because these pests are most active at these times. Otherwise, wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, and shoes to minimize exposed skin.

Many other strategies exist to keep mosquitoes away, like using outdoor fans and repellents. 

Still, investing in proper mosquito control treatments is the best way to keep your property free of these biting pests year-round. Call us today to learn more about our options.

Why Fleas Are A Serious Concern For Claremont Residents & Pet Owners

For several reasons, fleas can pose serious concerns for Claremont residents and pet owners. First and foremost, fleas are not just a nuisance; they can cause significant discomfort and health issues for humans and pets.

Flea bites can lead to intense itching, hair loss, and allergic reactions in our furry friends, and, in severe cases, their bites can lead to secondary skin infections. Fleas can also transmit other parasites, such as tapeworms, if pets ingest them while grooming themselves.

And unfortunately, we are not immune to the effects of fleas either. We can also end up dealing with skin irritation and allergic reactions and could contract diseases like murine typhus and cat scratch disease.

Fleas are highly resilient and can quickly infest a home. They reproduce rapidly, and their eggs can survive in various environments for months, making it challenging to eliminate an infestation without proper flea control.

And finally, fleas can also infest our homes, making them difficult to eradicate. For all these reasons, taking proactive measures to prevent and control fleas is best, including flea treatments for pets, vacuuming regularly, washing pet bedding, and more.

If you are struggling with a flea infestation, call us today to learn more about possible treatment options.

Don't Let Ants Into Your Claremont Home: Here's How

Ants in Claremont are invasive pests that could cause you to throw out your entire food supply because of bacterial contamination. You can prevent them from entering your Claremont home using some of the helpful tips we discuss below.

First, we recommend inspecting your home for openings that ants can use as entry points and sealing them. And because ants are attracted to food, ensure that all food items are in airtight containers, and remember to wipe down countertops, sweep floors, and clean up any sweet and sticky substances.

Regularly emptying your trash bins is also essential. Dispose of garbage regularly in sealed containers, which can attract ants looking for food sources, and eliminate standing water sources by checking for leaks in plumbing or clogged sinks and drains.

And finally, keep trees and other vegetation trimmed away from your home since they can use them as bridges to enter buildings and store firewood a minimum of 20 feet away whenever possible. 

If you notice ant trails inside your home, their pheromone trails could cause more to invade.

Lake Norman Home Services can help with persistent ant infestations and help you implement practical preventive measures to maintain a pest-free environment year-round.

How Claremont Homeowners Can Keep Their Yards Looking Healthy

Maintaining a healthy and attractive yard requires regular care and attention. Here are some ways that Lake Norman Home Services can keep your yard looking its best:

• Lawn aeration: Aerating your lawn helps improve soil compaction and water and nutrient absorption. 
• Overseeding: Filling in bare spots or thin areas by overseeding is an excellent way to enhance the appearance of your property.
• Bermuda reduction: We can eliminate Bermuda grass from your lawn to reduce maintenance requirements.
• Pest elimination: Pest elimination is essential to a thorough lawn care strategy. Unwanted invaders can cause damage to the grass and soil, leading to a decline in its overall health and appearance.
• Herbicidal edging: This strategy helps prevent weed growth along the edges of your lawn for a cleaner and more polished appearance while minimizing the need for manual weeding.

We have the tools and expertise to keep your yard lush and green throughout the season. If you need additional lawn care strategies, call us today for personalized lawn care advice and assistance.