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:

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Step one

Don’t leave food or rubbish out.

Pests Step 2

Step two

Keep your bin lids shut.

Pests step 3

Step three

Store your food in sealed containers.

Pests step 4

Step four

Regularly check your pets for fleas.

Pests step 5

Step five

Keep your home clean and tidy, especially the kitchen.

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