Learn how to prevent common pests from living in your gutters

Dealing with pests is a tiresome and time-consuming responsibility, so understanding how to prevent them from invading your gutters will be rewarding. 

Gutters play a crucial role in preventing water from stagnating and overflowing on structures. Learning about the different kinds of pests living in gutters may help to contain pests or help you decide if gutter replacement is necessary. Continue reading and learn about the top five pests living in gutters: 

#1: Mosquitoes

If routine maintenance is absent from gutters, it increases the possibility of outdoor debris build-up. With this, stagnant water collects in the gutters and attracts mosquitoes, typically female mosquitoes looking to lay eggs. 

#2: Rodents

This includes mice, rats, squirrels, and more. These creatures can easily crawl into gutters as they are attracted to the debris buildup that can promote nest building. Mice and rats are also prone to chewing and can make holes in gutters.

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#3: Fungus gnats

Clogged gutters make an excellent hideout for gnats. They cater to rotting foliage and standing water, which may occur in gutters if they are neglected. 

#4: Bees and wasps 

Like other pests, debris attracts bees and wasps as there may be excess moisture in the gutter system. Side note: you’re more likely to have a bee and wasp issue in your gutter system if you are near large and overhanging trees. 

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#5: Carpenter ants

Last but not least, the creatures that seem to make a presence almost everywhere are ants. To be exact, carpenter ants can be found near gutters as they like places where wood is water-damaged or exposed to moisture.  

How to prevent pests from living in your gutters? 

Now that you’ve learned some of the pests that may live in your gutters, here are a few tips to help ensure pest prevention:

– Establish a gutter maintenance routine that involves removing leaves and debris 

– Repair holes and damaged gutter parts 

– Ensure you properly pitch the gutters so that water can drain

Replacement and repair: 

Looking to replace or repair your gutters due to pest destruction? Moreno & Moreno has over 20 years of experience as home improvement and repair professionals. We’re trusted as the top gutter installers in Orlando and Central Florida for homeowners and home builders. 

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