Whether it’s removing dust from your property or cleaning endless sticky handprints and crumbs, keeping a busy home in tip-top shape is nearly impossible.
Pest infestations are a nightmare for any household, causing property damage, health concerns and significant stress. Regular cleaning is essential for maintaining a pest-free environment, preventing infestations in which all sorts of insects or rodents can take up residence in your home or business premises.
Here’s how a regular cleaning schedule can help stop pest issues in their tracks.
What’s the best way to prevent pest infestations?
Prevention is always better than cure when it comes to pest infestations, so while it’s good to know the signs of unwelcome house guests, stopping them from coming in to begin with should be the priority.
The key is to remove anything that may attract them to your property, such as access to food and shelter, or getting rid of indoor and outdoor clutter where pests might thrive if left unnoticed.
Does cleaning stop bugs coming in?
While pests can come into your home for all sorts of reasons, such as new damage in walls and roofs, regular cleaning can also keep the bugs away. Pests are attracted to food and water sources, so cleaning these up fast eliminates crumbs, spills and residue that attracts ants, cockroaches and rodents.
Regular tasks like dusting, vacuuming and clearing out bins can stop your property’s surfaces from being a magnet for pests and insects, keeping them sanitised and free from sweet substances.
How does regular cleaning reduce pest infestations?
Regular cleaning is just one part of the formula for preventing pests from coming into your property, as they need access to shelter, food and water. However, a good cleaning schedule that targets all the hidden spots (not just the obvious ones) can eliminate breeding sites, especially in tucked-away nooks.
A well-cleaned environment removes food residue, ensures bins remain clean and regularly disinfects surfaces to hide food smells in areas such as kitchens and living areas. That’s why cleaning is so important for businesses too (not just homes), ensuring hygiene is a priority.
Should you hire a professional cleaner?
Hiring a professional cleaner is a great way to improve the cleanliness and hygiene of your home or business when you don’t have the time or energy to dedicate towards the endless list of tasks.
Having a cleaner ensures you keep an eye on any growing issues, especially if they spot the signs of a pest infestation. In the event of a pest problem, regular cleaning can also reduce cross-contamination, stopping the spread of bacteria and diseases that insects, birds and rodents carry.
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If you need a quote for professional cleaning services, get in touch today. Efficient Cleaning operates across Surrey and South West London areas, including Surbiton and Kingston.
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