Keeping Unwanted Guests Out This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is about celebrating love—whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening with your significant other or loving your family. But nothing puts a damper on romance (or family time) than a mouse popping up in your kitchen or other unexpected pest problem. While you’re planning the perfect evening, some uninvited guests might have their own ideas. In today’s blog, we talk about a few pests that aren’t exactly the kind of company you want sticking around and how our local pest control company can help you take care of insects and rodents!
Mice: The pest that won’t leave
Have you ever had an uninvited guest that just wouldn’t leave? That’s mice in a nutshell. These little freeloaders sneak into your home for warmth and food, and once they’re in, they make themselves right at home, nesting in the attic, under the kitchen sink, or wherever else they please. You might not see them at first, but signs like droppings, gnawed packaging, and scratching sounds in the walls can quickly take your focus away from your Valentine.
Break up with mice for good:
Seal up cracks and holes around your home.
Store food in airtight containers.
Keep clutter to a minimum—mice love hiding in storage boxes!
Spiders: The lurkers in the corners
You’re settling in for a quiet evening when you spot something in the corner – a spider hanging from its web. Not exactly the kind of company you had in mind. In winter, spiders move indoors to escape the cold, making February a prime time for unexpected sightings.
Send spiders packing:
Regularly dust and vacuum to remove webs.
Keep storage areas tidy; spiders love dark, cluttered spaces.
Check for cracks around windows and doors where they might sneak in.
Pantry Pests: Stealing your sweet treats
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like chocolates, cookies, and sweet treats, but pests like moths, beetles, and ants also want in on the feast. Opened bags of flour, sugar, and other sweet treats can attract pantry pests, turning the treats you’ve made for your loved ones into their dinner.
Keep the treats to yourself:
Store sweets and baking supplies in sealed containers.
Check expiration dates—old, forgotten ingredients can be a breeding ground for pantry pests.
Give your pantry a quick cleanup before stocking up on Valentine’s goodies.
Make it a pest-free Valentine’s Day
Whether you’re celebrating with a romantic dinner or a cozy night in, the last thing you need is an unexpected pest sighting ruining the occasion. A little pest prevention now can save you from unwanted surprises later. If mice, spiders, or pantry pests already occupy your home, it is time to call the professionals!
Advanced Pest Solutions is committed to providing effective and affordable pest control that protects your home—and the people in it—while effectively tackling even the most challenging pests.
If you’ve recently spotted mice, spiders, or other pests in your home, contact our locally owned and operated pest control company for assistance! Our home pest control services are available in Fairfield, Edgecomb, Lewiston, and throughout central and coastal Maine. When you choose us, you get:
Year-round pest protection
An initial inspection performed by one of our company’s owners
Seasonal treatment plans tailored to your needs
Comprehensive interior and exterior treatments
A no-charge service guarantee
Coverage for 42+ common pests
Let us take care of the pests so you can enjoy a pest-free home this Valentine’s and all year!