Ants and cockroaches
Food, moisture and access points can influence activity in kitchens and bathrooms.
Home services / Pest control
Find a path to pest control
From ants at the counter to mice near storage, common household pests need an approach suited to their activity.
- Ants and cockroaches
- Mice and spiders
- Moisture-loving pests
- Other household pests
A closer look
Start with where you see activity
The places where pests appear can help with identification. Store food in closed containers, reduce moisture and check openings around pipes as part of an overall approach.
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What the work can involve.
Mice and spiders
A provider can look for signs of activity and discuss targeted treatment and entry points.
Moisture-loving pests
Silverfish, centipedes, millipedes and earwigs may be found around damp spaces.
Other household pests
House crickets, clothes moths and termites each call for identification and a suitable approach.
Conditions indoors
Food residue and moisture can draw ants and cockroaches; damp utility spaces may also attract silverfish, earwigs and centipedes.
Reduce access
Seal food, dry wet surfaces and close accessible gaps around doors and pipes. Keep stored fabrics orderly and inspect areas where activity appears.
Common questions
Good to know before you begin.
Why do ants return to the same place?
Food, moisture or a route into the home may draw them back. Identification and attention to the entry route can guide treatment.
Can moisture attract pests?
Damp areas can be inviting to several common household pests. Reducing moisture may help alongside professional service.
Does every pest need the same treatment?
No. The pest, location and extent of activity affect the approach a provider recommends.
A place to start
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