When you take pride in your home, the last thing you want is an invasion by vermin. It's one thing to see the occasional bee or wasp flying around, but that's a different scenario from having destructive termites, rats, or bed bugs invading your home and laying nests. As of 2022, according to IBISWorld, Americans had over 25,000 Pest Control businesses to choose from. Here are some signs it's time to call one of these companies.

1. Droppings

One of the most obvious signs of a pest infestation is droppings. Like any other creature, pests ranging from rats to roaches to termites will leave some droppings behind. The appearance of their droppings can range from specks to more cylinder shapes.

2. Musty Smells

Even if you don't see insect or rodent poop immediately, you may, unfortunately, smell it. As vermin, such as mice or rats, continuously lay waste, it may create musty smells in the home. So if you identify such a smell and are unsure where it's coming from, you may want to call a local pest control company to check it out, just in case.

3. Foundation Damage

Some vermin can go as far as ruining your home foundation. One such pest is the termite. Termites feast upon wood, which your home foundation consists of. According to experts, termites can completely ruin a foundation in as little as a year. Don't forget about rodents whose sharp teeth are capable of gnawing through a wire too!

4. Weird Sounds

Do you lie in bed at night and sometimes hear scratching in the walls? Are you hearing things running around in your attic, and you know it can't be your dog because you don't have one? Unfortunately, these weird sounds are signs that you may have unwelcomed creatures lingering somewhere in your home.

5. Eaten Food

Are you waking up to food in your kitchen that's been bitten overnight? Pests can annoyingly make an expensive mess by helping themselves to your food if you don't use airtight containers.

A pest infestation can make your home feel uncomfortable. Who wants to live with termites, mice, cockroaches, fire ants, and other unwelcoming bugs? Don't let vermin overtake your home. If you suspect an infestation, call our local pest control professionals immediately at Apex Termite & Pest Control.