Colder temperatures send wintry pests, such as rodents, spiders and cockroaches, searching for food, water and shelter inside our homes. Mice are a common winter nuisance and only need a space the size of a nickel to enter a home.
To keep these pests outside:
Seal any cracks and holes on the outside of the home, including utility and pipe entrances.
Put screens on vents and openings to chimneys.
Replace loose mortar and weather-stripping around the basement foundation and windows, and at all entry doors.
Keep attics, basements and crawl spaces well ventilated and dry.
Thanks to Ginny Nestor & Toni Mugnier
Home Warranty Specialists
(800) 282-7131 Ext: 1486 & 1474
ginnyn@orhp.com; tonim@orhp.com for this info!