Hi there, and welcome back to our blog. If you love springtime in West Lake Hills as much as we do, but could do without all the pest and rodents that become more active during this time of year, you’ll want to keep reading. In a recent post, we looked at an issue that many homeowners may not always consider when thinking about the structural integrity of their homes — the link between pests and common household plumbing problems. While insects and rodents are attracted to water sources in and around the home, these unwanted guests often cause plumbing issues in the home. As your Top Rated Local® plumbers in West Lake Hills, we are dedicated to providing you with information that can keep your plumbing systems functioning properly while also keeping you, your family, and your pets safe and comfortable in your homes. Here are a few springtime tips to consider to protect your home from pests and rodents who could cause or worsen plumbing issues in your home.

Seal Off Entryways

Spring is the perfect time for making small repairs to your home that can protect against invading insects and rodents. Walk around your house and survey the different exterior surfaces for openings that could allow pests into your home. Be sure to check your doorways for gaps in the trim and make any necessary repairs or replace damaged materials. Consider installing door sweeps on your doors to keep pests out. Use weather stripping to seal gaps in doors and windows. Repair or replace window and door screens with holes, tears, and other damage that could let bugs in. Seal larger openings with metal mesh, wood, and concrete. Be sure to wrap your vents (especially those on the roof) with protective screen meshing that can keep out squirrels and other climbing rodents.  

Be Mindful Of Home Remodels

For large home remodels and smaller bathroom and kitchen updates, be sure to keep wooden structures dry. Termites are known to enter homes during new construction and remodel projects where they will establish colonies in wooden structures in a home. Other insects and rodents like mice and rats can find their way into homes if they aren’t sealed properly each day. Heavy plastic is a popular material used in construction projects to seal off openings in homes. The trouble here is that rodents can chew through the plastic to get into your home. They can even get in through open plumbing pipes that have been left unprotected while the work continues. It’s best to keep the foundation and other areas around a remodel dry, sealed, and free of organic debris that can attract pests.

Check Hidden Spaces for Pests

Be sure to inspect leak-prone areas in the home where insects and rodents have constant access to a water supply. These spaces include crawl spaces, garages, closets, laundry rooms, storage rooms, basements, sheds, and attics. These are places where hidden plumbing leaks are incredibly common. Hidden leaks cause puddles of water to form which can lead to increased moisture and humidity that tends to go unnoticed for long periods of time. Insects and rodents are attracted to these spaces because they are dark and hidden away from people and pets. Throw some water in there and you’ll have a pest infestation in no time.   

Schedule Regular Plumbing Inspections

Along with the preventative measures you can take to protect your home from water-loving pests that can cause or worsen plumbing troubles, you can count on your reliable plumbers in West Lake Hills to solve your plumbing problems. Scheduling regular plumbing inspections gives our team a chance to inspect your home for needed plumbing repairs and installations. This allows us to fix any plumbing leaks that could attract unwanted pests and rodents. So if you search “plumbers near me,” don’t go with just any plumbing company. Instead, choose the Mojica Plumbing & Drain Cleaning, the Top Rated Local® plumbing company in Austin, Round Rock, Circleville, and West Lake Hills. Let us help protect your home from plumbing leaks that could attract unwanted guests like insects and vermin who may cause or exacerbate common plumbing issues. Visit our website to learn about all of the plumbing services we provide.