The Home To Do List on WSB 95.5
If you're looking for the inside scoop on DIY pest management and what's new in home improvement, tune in to the Home To-Do List on Mondays and Fridays for tips to maintain and revamp key areas of your home!
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Friday Feb 05, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Give a critter an inch, and before you know it, you've got a squirrel bed and breakfast running in your attic. Bugs and other animals often get inside through flimsy screening on attic vents, so our first tip this week is to carefully re-screen those vents with 1/8" hardware cloth (or call a pro for help). Tune in for the full checklist!
Friday Feb 05, 2021
Friday Feb 05, 2021
If you’ve ever wondered, why is it that bugs always swarm your front door, you’re in good company. According to the experts at Breda Pest Management, it’s often the decorations and porch lights leading up to your house that are attracting all those bugs. Today's tip is to DIY natural pest repellent. Tune in for the full checklist!
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
Wednesday Feb 03, 2021
A good rule of thumb is to avoid feeding any outdoor animals, because if you’re feeding one animal, you’re feeding them all, and you might not even know you're doing it. From bird feeders to compost piles, there are plenty of things in the backyard that attract pests.
So today’s tip is to eliminate food sources around the yard. Tune in for the full checklist!
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Monday Dec 28, 2020
According to the experts at Breda Pest Management, the main factor that makes bathrooms attractive to pests is moisture. Between sinks, showers, toilets, and tubs, there’s no shortage of water in any bathroom. This damp and humid environment can cause mold buildup, which is a common food source for certain pests.
So today’s tip is to eliminate bugs at the source — by getting rid of the excess moisture. Tune in for the full checklist!