How To Bug-Proof Your Household Contents

Books can be destroyed by insects such as cockroaches , silverfish, and several types of beetles. They consume the proteins and starch in books, and their feces can destroy the materials. To protect your collection, keep your library area well-ventilated to prevent moisture that can attract bugs, and take your garbage to the dump regularly as this attracts nasty book-destroying critters as well.

Clothing can be harmed by insects such as moths. To keep these pests away, keep your clothing clean since they are drawn by soiled fabrics. Launder your clothing in hot water as this will kill any eggs or larvae that may be on them already. Put cedar in your closets as this is a natural moth repellent.

Clothes moths and carpet beetles are some of your worst enemies when it comes to your drapery. Keeping drapery clean and free of dust and stains is a great start in preventing bugs from damaging them or using them as a home. Using air purifiers deters bugs from living in your drapes as well.

Insects such as carpet beetles often lay their eggs and larvae in carpets, which will lead to destruction of the carpet’s fabric. To prevent this from happening, vacuum regularly to remove the larvae. Keep your carpet clean and pick up any spilled food immediately so as not to attract carpet beetles to the area.

If you have ants in your pantry , keep food in sealed containers.  A little prevention prevents a lot of headaches.  

There are steps you can take that will save many of your household items, and it is advised that you do this before you have a problem. Install good screens on your windows and never leave your door open without its own screen. Diffuse or spray essential oils such as peppermint, geranium, mint, lemon, orange, and clove as bugs are put off by these strong scents. Keep your home clean and free of clutter and garbage, as this attracts unwanted pests. Control the moisture level in your home so as not to create a bug oasis.

Bugs are a huge problem for many people. They can range from being a simple inconvenience to destroying costly goods and causing serious health problems. Keep unwanted bugs out of your living space by putting these simple steps into action.