(1) Get rid of all wood around your home that is not serving a purpose. Remove all wood debris and do not store firewood up against your home’s exterior.

(2) Clean gutters and eliminate piles of lumber and/or debris where cockroaches can harbor.

(3) Do not allow pet food to sit out over night.

(4) When a pest control company provides service, make sure the service includes work outside and inside every time (there may be some exceptions to this for occupants who may have a sensitivity to certain indoor treatments).

(5) Holes or cracks larger than one-quarter of an inch in your home should be stuffed with steel wool and then sealed with caulk or foam.

(6) Beware of pest control companies that recommend only minimum standard treatments. We recommend comprehensive termite treatment plans.

(7) Look for termite/pest control companies that have no deductible on termite repair coverage.

(8) All pests need water. Repair any leaks or moisture issues in and around your home.