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How to prevent pest infestations
Follow these simple steps to stop your home from being visited by uninvited guests like ants, mice and wasps.
The most common pests are mice, rats, ants, cockroaches, fleas, silverfish, wasps and bees. No one wants uninvited guests so prevention is always best. Here’s a few simple things you can do to keep them at bay:
Step one
Don’t leave food or rubbish out.
Step two
Keep your bin lids shut.
Step three
Store your food in sealed containers.
Step four
Regularly check your pets for fleas.
Step five
Keep your home clean and tidy, especially the kitchen.
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