An issue that faces every homeowner regardless of what size, type or condition of house they own is pest control. Depending on where you live and the current season, pest control might be a very small or very severe issue to address. The easiest way to resolve your pest control issues is to simple hire your own exterminator. But depending on their cost and your budget, this might not be feasible for the average home owner. Luckily, there are several pest control issues that home owners can take care of on their own.

The first step is to have a strategy: find out who your pests are and where they come and go from. Its not enough to just deal with the areas where the pests are visible, you may even need to extend your pest control to the perimeter of your house in some circumstances. Knowing your situation helps you pick and choose the right products to be successful in pest control for your home.

The next step is to choose the right products: Don’t just pickup the fanciest pest control bottle from the department store and start spraying everywhere around your house. Try to find a product that has multiple purposes. Most insecticides kill a long list of bugs. You also want to find a concentrated solution giving you a lot of killing power with less product used. You also want to be cost efficient – the cheapest product might not work well, but it doesn’t mean you have to buy the most expensive. and if you would rather be enjoying your weekend off rather than playing exterminator, try to invest in pest control methods that provide long lasting results.

Last, keep safety in mind. Pesticides are poison. Children and pets can be deeply affected by these chemicals being used in or around the house. Be careful not to use insecticides near food or cooking areas, avoid putting any baits or chemicals where pets or children may contact them. You want to look for products that are made to be safe for humans and pets. Even organic products can be a good option for safe use.