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		<title>Pest Control &#8211; Reasons Why We Should Get It</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:33:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Bonner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many different kinds and forms of pests. It could be termites, mice, ants, mosquitoes, or any other pest it may be, they can all be defined as unwanted creatures that interrupt our daily routines. Having pest control will help protect yourself and your home from the damage they may cause, including (but not limited to) spreading disease, contaminating our food, threatening our health and destroying our property.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many different forms &amp; kinds of pests. They could be mice, ants, mosquitoes, termites, or whatever pest they could be, they can all be defined as unwanted creatures that interrupt our daily routines. Getting pest control will help protect yourself &amp; your home from the harm they may cause, including (but not limited to) threatening our health, spreading disease, contaminating our food and destroying the place we live in.</p>
<p>It is very important to have professional pest control around any location where food can be found. This includes anywhere from farms to grocery stores, to your own houses. If pest control is not done, these pests can contaminate the food. It hinders the growth of plants, including food-bearing ones, thus turning our food inedible.</p>
<p>Bugs are seen by most people as the main pests that hinder growth of food-producing plants. Other pests include birds, rodents, and even plant eating animals. Getting rid of these pests properly can be done using chemicals or organic pesticides, creating fences and other kinds of prevention, setting traps, or using other forms of prevention.</p>
<p>If proper pest control isn&#8217;t done, disease can also spread rapidly. Bugs &amp; insects can transfer diseases such as viruses and the flu, not just to people but to food &amp; animals too. We can start with prevention at home-use bug repellent to reduce exposure to biting insects such as mosquitoes. Getting professional pest control in and around the home will also limit the number of pests that can threaten your health.</p>
<p>Getting pest control against pests that can damage our properties &amp; homes are just as essential. The use of chemicals to get rid of &amp; prevent attacks of insects that eat wood, burrow &amp; chew holes in our property, and others, will help ensure your home is kept in good shape.</p>
<p>Due to health hazards, many people oppose using so many chemicals in and around the home. Nowadays however, there are organic alternatives that do a terrific job same as the non organic pesticides can.</p>
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		<title>Three Types Of Cockroaches In The House</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:20:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Micheal Carver</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are 4000 different species of cockroach in the world. Only three, though, are known to invade our homes and workplaces and cause problems. Some other species of cockroach are similar, but can be found in the home less often than these 3. Each cockroach has its own different features and all like somewhat varied things. Nonetheless, they are all pests which can cause great health risks and damage to us &#38; our families.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Of the 4000 odd species of cockroach that roam this planet, only around three actually cause a problem and are known to infest our workplaces &amp; homes. Some other species of cockroach are similar, but are seen in the home less often than these 3. Each cockroach has its own different characteristics and all like slightly varied things. Still they are all pests and can cause great health dangers and damage to us &amp; our families.</p>
<p>Distinguishing these roaches is pretty simple and can aid in extermination techniques. It could be the first step in iradication &amp; control. Here are the three main kinds of cockroaches.</p>
<p>American Cockroach</p>
<p>They can grow up to 25mm in length. It has a reddish brown color &amp; single stripe on the head. These creatures get easily attracted to liquor &amp; can often be found in drinking establishments or at home in case you had a party and didn&#8217;t clean up promptly. They have a life span of up to 1 &amp; half years. Their incubation period is from 6 to 8 weeks.</p>
<p>German Cockroach</p>
<p>These kinds of cockroach has two lighter stripes on the back of its head, and sport a tan or brownish color. They can grow up to lengths of 15mm. It is probably the fastest breeding among home pests, giving birth to around 30 to 40 nymphs with an incubation period of 30 days. At this rate, one cockroach can multiply into 30,000 in just a year. These can live for around 6 months.</p>
<p>Oriental Cockroach</p>
<p>The Oriental cockroach is probably the biggest of these 3. It grows around 25mm in length. They are a dark brown or black color with a shiny body and move more slowly than the other species. They are sometimes referred to as the &#8220;waterbug&#8221; &#8217;cause they like to live in dark, damp areas. They are potentially seen in damp mulch or cellars. Incubation can last two months with about 15 eggs hatching and they can each live for up to 2 years.</p>
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		<title>The Early Signs Your House Might Have Termites</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:59:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tommy Riggs</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[No one wants termite infestations, but alas everyone is at risk for them. Termites can invade any home; they do not choose places to invade. Some may consider a termite infestation is just irritating, but they can do more harm than you may know. Termites are important in the circle of life, but they shouldn't be attacking our homes. If you do not know the early signs of termites, they can ruin your property, even your entire home.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No one wants to have termites, but the sad fact is we are all at risk. Termites do not discriminate-they invade any home. Some may believe a termite infestation is just annoying, but they can do more damage than you may know. They are a vital part of our ecosystem, but in our houses they are destructive. If you do not know the early signs of termites, they can destroy your property, even your entire home.</p>
<p>Sadly, homeowners normally don&#8217;t even know they have termites until after a lot of damage has already occurred. Having a bit of knowledge about the early signs of termites will help protect your home before the problem starts or intensifies. Termites will do more damage to a chunk of wood in a short period of time. Therefore, knowing what to look for would most likely help you stop termites before they can cause too much harm.</p>
<p>You should know that not all termite infestations can be seen by the naked eye. A little more time and a more conditioned eye is needed in order to find these wood eating creatures. You can see them living and feeding off your floors, walls, furniture and other areas of the home that is made of wood. inspecting for mud holes &amp; piles of feces can help determine if you have termites.</p>
<p>Check areas where termites normally would go, to see if there are any signs of infestation at all. Check your garden &amp; lawn area; tree stumps, dead leaves &amp; in the soil for mud holes. Also check if your walls have cracks or spaces, because they could be a termite&#8217;s entryway into your walls. Basement walls, moldings, window sills, and doorframes are also some places to check.</p>
<p>You should contact a professional termite exterminator or pest control company once you see these signs. If you have the proper equipment, you can even do it yourself. The point is stopping the termite problem before it even begins.</p>
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		<title>How To Eliminate The Cockroach Population Infesting Your Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:56:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Danis Keithly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cockroaches are tiny but irksome creatures that thrive almost everywhere in the world. They often inhabit dark and wet areas of a house and survive on any kind of organic matter. They spoil and infest all kinds of edible items and can also be bearers of harmful diseases. Therefore, there is a need for getting rid of the cockroach menace permanently, so that they do not return.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cockroaches are tiny, annoying insects that inhabit almost each and every corner of the world. They usually live in wet and dark places of a house and eat any and every type of organic stuff. They are bearers of germs of many diseases and damage food and other items in the house. Thus, one should wipe out the cockroach population in a lasting and effective way.</p>
<p>Most people looking for an effective remedy for the cockroach problem resort to usage of chemicals and sprays that turn out to be quite harmful for humans as well. Therefore, it is advisable to make use of natural methods for driving the cockroaches out of the house instead of using chemicals.</p>
<p>You can begin by amending your kitchen habits and ensuring that not just your kitchen but your sink and the space below it are also kept clean. You should also make sure that utensils are washed in time and are not left unclean for long. As cockroaches like dark and humid places, the region in and around the kitchen sink offers them the best suited environment to multiply. You must also keep food in tight containers and other organic stuff well covered to sever the food supply of cockroaches.</p>
<p>It is important to block all the gaps and spaces, especially those close to your drainages and water pipes as these are the primary entry points for cockroaches. You should also pay attention to the areas near the sewers and keep them spotlessly clean and dry, so as to prevent the cockroaches from breeding there. If there are public litter bins or dumping areas close to your residence then you need to find a way to remove them, as with these being present, your house is highly likely to be invaded by cockroaches.</p>
<p>Finally, if you are not able to get rid of the cockroaches by natural ways, you should go for chemicals like boric acid that are milder and less dangerous for humans than other powerful sprays and pesticides.</p>
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		<title>Viruses Transmitted By Mosquitoes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:04:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Bray</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[People who spend a lot of time out-of-doors should be conscious that pesky mosquitoes can bring an array of viral diseases that could be deadly.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People who spend a lot of time out-of-doors should be conscious that pesky mosquitoes can bring a range of virus-caused diseases that could be life threatening.</p>
<p>Most people have already heard about the correlation between mosquitoes and West Nile virus. However, there are numerous other diseases mosquitoes carry that sadly, everyone are unaware of. Unfortunately, if the news does not report a person contracting a mosquito transmitted disease, most people wouldn&#8217;t even know the existence of these diseases at all. Mosquitoes are one of the dirtiest &amp; deadliest pests man has discovered.</p>
<p>The following is a list of some of the viral diseases mosquitoes can transmit: &#8211; dengue fever &#8211; epidemic polyarthritis &#8211; Japanese encephalitis &#8211; LaCross encephalitis &#8211; Rift Valley fever &#8211; Ross River Fever &#8211; St. Louis encephalitis &#8211; West Nile virus &#8211; yellow fever</p>
<p>These are just a few of the many other types of diseases mosquitoes can bring. Mosquitoes are also the sole cause of malaria, the world&#8217;s leading cause of premature death.</p>
<p>Over 5.3 million deaths occur each year because of the mosquito genus Anopheles. They are the mosquitoes that bring the malaria virus. Children under the age of five make up most of these fatalities.</p>
<p>Almost all mosquitoes are capable of carrying the filariasis worm, the cause of the disease elephantiasis. Approximately 40 million people the world over are presently dealing with some form of this disease.</p>
<p>Although these facts seem scary, they are not the most dreaded part of the mosquito problem. As people grow older, mosquito bites are often undetected. In children, mosquito bites often cause their skin to swell up and turn red. In adults, however, they tend to build resistance to these bites.</p>
<p>True, some types of mosquito types can&#8217;t be rid of; the mosquitoes can be warded off or repelled using simple mosquito nets and repellants. Keep these pests away from your body and stay healthy, to prevent getting sick from these dreaded insects.</p>
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		<title>2 Basic Signs of Best Bug Infestation</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:03:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Bailey</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bed bugs are insects that cause itches &#38; rashes, and are usually found in beds. They can infect your home without you even knowing it. They are very small and hard to detect. The best way to get rid of them is to ask a termite exterminator or pest control company to do it for you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bed bugs are itchy, silent predators, and are usually found in beds. They can infect your home without you even knowing it. These creatures are miniscule and difficult to see. The best way to eliminate them is to ask a termite exterminator or pest control company to do the job.</p>
<p>What are the signs &amp; symptoms you have a bed bug infestation? The following are the two most common signs:</p>
<p>1. Rash From Bed Bugs</p>
<p>The rash starts with an itching sensation. The rash will not be visible but you&#8217;ll be able to feel the itch. They are itchier than mosquito bites, and the itch can only be felt after a long time (minimum of one hour). In some cases, the bed bug rash appears only after a few days or weeks.</p>
<p>A bed bug rash has a small, round and red bump that looks more swollen than a mosquito rash. In some cases, the rash looks similar to a bite mark in sequence. If you think you may have bed bug rash, a few days of examining it wouldn&#8217;t hurt. Long-term itching is caused by the rash, lasting for days. Also, a bed bug rash doesn&#8217;t heal as quickly as mosquito bites. They remain swollen for weeks at a time.</p>
<p>2. Bed Bug Odor</p>
<p>The next tell tale sign is bed bug odor. What kind of an odor does it have?</p>
<p>Bed bugs release a musty, obnoxious smell, so a hotel where there&#8217;s plenty of bed bug infestation smells of it. You may find this smell under the headboard and mattresses. Sofas are also sometimes infested with bed bugs. If they have cracks, check if they&#8217;ve got bed bug odor.</p>
<p>You should contact pest control experts at once if you happen to have a bed bug infestation. After, you should create pest control rules at home to prevent a repeat of this incident.</p>
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		<title>The Best Organic Way To Get Rid Of Pests</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:59:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charles Hill</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is no reason to freak out at the sight of an ant, termite, mosquito, or rat starting to feel cozy in your place. You got to remember that there are pest control guidelines which can help you get rid of these pests effectively. All you have to have is the willingness to study how to do it correctly.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seeing an ant, termite, mosquito or rat starting to be cozy in your own turf does not have to freak you out. You got to remember that there are pest control steps which can help you get rid of these pests efficaciously. All you have to have is the willingness to learn how to perform it correctly.</p>
<p>It is up to you to choose which method to employ, however the natural and organic recipes for pest control are more advocated than utilizing pesticides due to the upshots of the harmful chemical substances it can bring upon you and your family&#8217;s health. Therefore to make sure your health will never be at stake, begin practicing some deterrent steps.</p>
<p>Know what repel these home pests and learn how to use it.</p>
<p>There grounds why ants have been tagged as one of the most nerve-racking insects. One reason is because they come in extensive colonies and they are all over. How to deal with it? Basically, check if you can locate where they enter in your home. The moment you know the exact spot, it is time to block them off with citrus oil, coffee grounds, or cayenne pepper  over the place as ants cannot go over these items. Garlic cloves, cucumber peels and spearmint leaves are known as products that take away ants out of your home. </p>
<p>Now it is time to concentrate outdoors, wall the ant hill with some cornmeal particularly in the entrance. These will be taken in and shared by the whole colony. Little do they know that by munching it up, indigestion would take them down within a week.</p>
<p>The unpleasantness of cockroaches roving around your home is enough to make you work out your plan to get them out of your sight quickly. And as you know, there are natural pest control ideas suited to them as well! To shun them away, place catnip in the places cockroaches might frequent. If they are already inside your home, set a container these cockroaches would easily find with a piece of bread drenched in beer. Like cornmeal for ants, beer cannot be digested by a cockroach. </p>
<p>Stagnant water is the preferred breeding ground of mosquitoes. So the first step is to free your yard with all standing water &#8211; the</p>
<p>home ground of mosquitoes. If you are staying outdoors, apply a solution formulated with at least thirty percent eucalyptus. This works like any mosquito repellant you find in stores. Plants such as rosemary, marigold and sage in the yard all have natural deterrent quality which keep the mosquitoes away.</p>
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		<title>Recognize Signs of Infestation To Stop House Pests From Ruining Your Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:51:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kate Hall</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Damage caused by pests can be costly. For this reason, it is always most superb to know how to recognize marks of common pests in your place before it is too late! Actually, these damage-causing insects such as mosquitoes, ants and termites happen to cause more devastation than the fused upshots of natural calamities like tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning and fires.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pest damage can be pricey. For this reason, it is always advisable to have the knowledge on how to recognize marks of common pests in your place before it is too late! Actually, these damage-causing insects such as mosquitoes, ants and termites happen to cause more devastation than the combined results of natural calamities like tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning and fires.</p>
<p>Big damage to the groundwork and structure of your house can be brought about by these termites and would absolutely cost you a lot of money for renewals and renovation. Never dismiss the fact that there are carpenter ants that does the same thing. If they are left unseen, this would seriously be a problem.</p>
<p>Wondering how do these annoying little critters find their way and build a territory into your homes? There are factors worth mentioning are neglect, inevitable decline in quality and week construction materials used. To keep your abode pest-free, carry out a pest control management and always follow preventive measures to ensure that these cockroaches, ants, termites, mites and rats will remain barred from your abode.</p>
<p>Recognize the signs of pests around your area with these tips.</p>
<p>A carpenter ant has continuously proven its notoriousness in most homes among the family of ants. Check out moist areas around your dwelling as this are the spots these type of ants frequent. If you discover sawdust or droppings, especially in the edges and crawl spaces, this would tell you that carpenter ants are somewhere inside your home already.</p>
<p>The number one cause of damage to building structures are the termites. These insects are described to have have soft bodies often with wings and are colored pale. Scalded and frizzled wood, impaired floors, mud tubes and tunnels and residue resembling sawdust right next to studs and beams are definite signs of termite attack.</p>
<p>Aside from these insects, rats and mice also tops the chart of the most damage-causing pests that breaks down wiring, wood sheathing and insulation. Cover small openings in your abode where they can usually fit themselves through. These are usually found in air conditioning ducts, door clearances, pipes, etc. Watch out for droppings and nests inside walls and at the back of cabinets &#8211; especially where you stock up food.</p>
<p>Get to know more about <a href="http://www.majorspest.com">rat</a>s and <a href="http://www.majorspest.com">pest control</a> so that your place stays clean and fresh the way it should.</p>
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		<title>Common Ant Classes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Philip Carter</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ants can be seen the world over, in any country, at any climate. They can be seen in our homes, in our lawns, &#38; even in our workplaces. They live in colonies, and in a single colony are over a million other ants. There are many different types of ants. Some of the better-known kinds are the fire ants, army ants, driver ants, weaver ants, silver ants, honeypot ants, bulldog ants, and leaf cutter ants. Every ant colonies are made up of three classes of ants, namely the worker ants, the soldier ants, &#38; the lone queen ant.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ants are found all over the globe, from the hottest deserts to the lush green rainforests. They can be seen in our lawns, in our homes, &amp; even in our workplaces. Ants live in colonies, and a single colony may have over a million ants. There are many different types of ants. Some of the better-known varieties are the army ants, bulldog ants, driver ants, fire ants, honeypot ants, leaf cutter ants, silver ants, &amp; weaver ants. All ant colonies are made up of three classes of ants, specifically the worker ants, the soldier ants, &amp; the single queen ant.</p>
<p>Ants are 1 of the most common creatures in the world and are of different types. Regardless of their small size they may hurt animals and even humans.</p>
<p>Ant behavior may be different depending on their class. Ants&#8217; color may vary from brown to black or red &amp; their size vary from two to 25 mm.</p>
<p>Driver ants &amp; army ants are highly developed ants. Army ants are found in South America and driver ants are seen in Africa. Unlike other ants, these do not have permanent nests. These colonies reproduce via two ways &#8211; nuptial flights or fission.</p>
<p>Weaver ants, on the other hand, are those that create their nests in trees by putting leaves together. These creatures first pull the leaves together with a bridge of workers &amp; then they sew the leaves by pressing silk producing larvae on the leaves.</p>
<p>Honeypot ants generally have enlarged stomachs. They usually live in hot, dry places such as Australia, Africa, North America &amp; they can be found in deserts as well. In some places, these ants are considered a great delicacy.</p>
<p>Leaf cutter ants feed only on fungus and live only within their colony. These ants come in different sized classes to carry out several functions that are to be executed in the colony.</p>
<p>Another unique type of ant is the fire ant. These ants have a sac of poison that is filled with piperidine alkaloids.</p>
<p>Lastly, one of the biggest and most primitive varieties of ants are the Australian bulldog ants. They have only 1 chromosome.</p>
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		<title>Methods For Home Based Pest Control</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:55:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nicholas Taylor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There would be hardly any house on this earth which is free of pests, in spite of the major efforts every one of us makes in eliminating them from our lives. You might need to reconsider your strategy for getting rid of pests from your residence, if all your efforts have met with failure sp far.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Regardless of the many pest control techniques that are tried in every house, the pest population is still difficult to exterminate. If all your measures for driving the pests away from your house have failed, you might need to give serious thought over the techniques you have been using for so long.</p>
<p>Generally, the methods of pest control are three fold, involving precautionary, suppressive and elimination measures to create a pest free house. Here are a few tips as to how you can eliminate nagging pests from your home successfully.</p>
<p>The first and foremost thing in any pest control technique is to figure out the variety of pests inhabiting your house. This is important because different types of pests need different treatments and you need to select the most effective method of pest eradication.</p>
<p>It is also essential for you to figure out the concentration of pests in your home and the scope of damage caused by them. This will help you decide if you can handle this problem on your own or if you require the services of a professional pest control company, which can provide solutions that are more potent in eradicating pests.</p>
<p>Then you should try to figure out the technique that is most appropriate for eradicating the pests you are dealing with. To do this, you can decide if you want to read a book on the subject or conduct an online search for the information. Typical solutions include applying chemical pesticides in form of a spray or use of home- based deterrents to remove the pests from your house.</p>
<p>Lastly, it is important that you implement methods that guarantee that once removed, the pests do not infest your house again. For this, you should focus on the tidiness and hygiene of your residence without fail. This can be accomplished by following simple everyday routine tasks like proper disposal of domestic waste and spraying of chemical pesticides on entry and exit points at regular intervals to stop pests from entering your residence.</p>
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