We all know the usual pest hotspots—kitchens, attics, and basements—but what about the hidden, unexpected places where pests love to lurk? At Pest Piper we’ve seen pests pop up in the strangest places. If you think your home is safe, think again! Here are the top unexpected pest hideouts and how to keep them pest-free.
1. Inside Electrical Appliances
That warm, cosy space behind your microwave or inside your gaming rig make the perfect pest penthouses. Rodents have even been known to chew through electrical wiring, creating a serious fire hazard.
How to prevent it:
- Regularly clean behind and under appliances.
- Check for crumbs and food residue.
- Seal any gaps where wires enter walls.
2. Underneath Floorboards
If you hear scratching at night, it’s not your imagination—pests love using the hidden space under your floorboards as a highway through your home.
How to prevent it:
- Fill gaps with sealant or wire wool.
- Check for droppings or gnaw marks around baseboards.
- Set up rodent-proofing measures before an infestation starts.
3. Inside Your Sofa and Mattresses
Think your sofa is just for lounging? Bed bugs and fleas love soft furnishings and can easily go undetected for weeks.
How to prevent it:
- Vacuum sofas and mattresses regularly.
- Wash bedding on high heat.
- Inspect second-hand furniture before bringing it inside.
4. Behind Wallpaper and Picture Frames
Peeling wallpaper or dusty picture frames? You might have uninvited guests. Silverfish and moths love the glue in wallpaper and the dark, undisturbed space behind frames.
How to prevent it:
- Dust and clean picture frames regularly.
- Fix peeling wallpaper.
- Consider using pest-repellent sachets behind frames.
5. In Air Vents and Ducts
Air vents offer a direct highway into your home. Once pests get in, they can spread from room to room unnoticed.
How to prevent it:
- Install fine mesh screens over vents.
- Schedule regular HVAC cleanings.
- Watch for droppings or strange smells coming from vents.
Pests are sneaky, but Pest Piper, one of South East London’s trusted pest control experts, are even sneakier! By knowing where pests like to hide, you can take steps to protect your home before a small problem turns into a full-blown infestation.
Need help evicting unwanted guests? Call Pest Piper today for expert pest control services starting from just £159!
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