How Pressure Washing Deters Pests
Did you know there are a lot of ways just getting a pressure washing can deter pests from your property? If you've got a lot of pests hanging around that you want to get rid of, consider getting a pressure washing to ward them off. You may be surprised at how effective it is at shooing them away.
Getting Rid of Attractive Scents
The most obvious reason pressure washing aids in getting rid of pests is by removing smells. When you pressure wash your outside area, you are removing trace scents and smells that may have been collected from a number of sources. Scent markings, food residue, and even certain chemicals from man-made sources can end up attracting a variety of animals and insects. Pressure washing effectively sprays away these smells, which in turn remove the interest pests would have in your property from their nose.
Unwanted Growths Can Be Pest Food
When you have algae or mold growing on surfaces around your property, pests will often see it as a free meal. Lots of insects feed off of such growths, so allowing them to fester on your property is like having an open buffet for unwanted guests. Using a professional pressure washing service will not only remove the growths but disinfect the surface they grow on meaning not even live spores will be left behind to attract pests.
Stop Them From Building Homes
Pests will also try building their homes or hide in holes or cracks around your home if they can find them. Pressure washing regularly prevents cracks from forming around your home, thus giving pests less place to set up camp. However, other pests, like spiders and wasps, will try building their homes on certain exteriors. If not handled early on, these 'homes' can get quite large and only encourage more pests to take up residence. By regularly pressure washing your home, you evict these critters without using toxins or chemicals and force them to look elsewhere for a safe home.
Darker Colors Attract Pests
One of the less obvious benefits to pressure washing is that certain colors will deter pests from your home. For instance, wasps and other such insects are going to be attracted to darker colors. When your home or property gets dirty, it looks darker and thus attracts pests. When you clean your property with pressure washings, you brighten it up, which is much less appealing to pests looking for a dark place to hide.
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Regardless of whether you have a lot of pests around your home, maintaining the structural integrity of your property with regular cleanings is essential. House washings are always a great starting point when maintaining your exterior, but you should also consider our other services depending on what structures are on your property. Give us a call today for a free quote and to schedule your service with us.