3 Ways to Keep Bugs Out of Your Home
Florida is well known for its sunshine. But another thing our state is known for is bugs. In South Florida, insects are part of everyday life. They love the warm weather and often find their way into our homes and outdoor spaces.
The mix of rain and high humidity creates the perfect environment for them to multiply. From little crawlers to tiny no see ums, insects do more than survive here. They thrive.
If your home or patio is attracting unwanted visitors, you are likely looking for a way to get rid of them and keep them from coming back. In this post, we will cover the best ways to keep insects out so you can enjoy your space in comfort.
Now Screening: Install Door, Window, and Patio Screens
One of the best ways to keep bugs out of your home is by installing screens on doors, windows, and patios. We recommend using screens with insect mesh fabric, which is designed to block bugs from getting inside while still allowing you to enjoy the breeze.
With an insect mesh screen, you can let fresh air flow through your home and create a natural cooling effect without worrying about insects coming in. Retractable screens make this even better. They roll back into a housing when not in use, protecting the mesh and keeping the look of your home clean and open. You get the same protection as a fixed screen while also extending the life of the screen and maintaining your home’s style.
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For added protection, retractable door screens can be installed with Mesh Lock. This feature secures the mesh fabric along the edges while the screen is extended, making it much harder for even the smallest insects to slip through. A retractable screen is one of the most reliable ways to keep bugs out of your home, creating a barrier across the openings where they often enter. With screens in place, you eliminate common entry points such as slightly open doors and windows.
What’s That Smell: Natural Scents to Repel Bugs
If screens alone are not enough, the next step is to make your home less inviting to insects. Certain scents act as natural deterrents that keep bugs from wanting to come inside at all. By placing these scents near openings or in areas where you notice the most activity, you can greatly reduce their presence.
Artificial repellents are easy to find in stores, but they are often very strong and may not be the safest option around children. A simple alternative is to create natural repellents at home. They are easy to make and just as effective. For example, mix two teaspoons of garlic or peppermint oil with two cups of water, pour it into a spray bottle, and spray the mixture near doors, windows, or spots where you have seen roaches. These homemade sprays are a safe and natural way to keep insects away.
Take Away the Temptations: Clean and Store Properly
While there are many reasons insects enter a home, food is one of the biggest. Leftover crumbs, spills, or open containers can attract bugs just as much as they attract you when you are hungry. That is why it is important to keep all areas of your home clean and store food in airtight containers.
By removing food sources, you cut off one of the main reasons insects wander inside. A clean kitchen, sealed pantry, and tidy dining spaces all go a long way in keeping unwanted visitors out.
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It may seem obvious, but small habits in the kitchen can easily be overlooked when trying to solve an insect problem. Are there areas you often forget to wipe down? Do you leave fruit out overnight or keep a bowl of pet food available all day? These small details may seem harmless, but over time they can invite insects inside. Once they find a food source, they spread quickly through the home in search of more. By double checking and removing these temptations, you can often see a noticeable drop in insects without needing to call an exterminator.
There are many simple steps you can take to keep insects out, from installing retractable screens to using natural repellents and keeping your home free of food sources. We hope this post has given you helpful ideas to protect your home and enjoy your space without interruption.
If you are ready to take the next step, Phantom Screens are the perfect solution. Our Insect Mesh Screens are designed specifically for South Florida homes, keeping bugs out while still letting in fresh air and sunlight. Contact us today for a free estimate and see how easy it is to enjoy your home without uninvited visitors.
