With the advent of Spring comes the start of seasonal allergies from flowering plants. But did you know that there are pests that crop up around this time that can also trigger your allergies?

 

If you start noticing allergy symptoms, though you haven’t gone outside, an infestation in your home could be the cause. These are the common Spring Pests to watch out for if you have allergies:

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Dust Mites

Dust mites aren’t exactly a Spring pest, they’re not much of a pest at all. These are microscopic mites that feed off dust and dirt. If you don’t clean your house regularly, their population can grow to a point that they begin to cause allergic reactions.

Managing dust mites through thorough hoovering, sweeping, and cleaning surfaces is an excellent form of preventative pest control, not just for mites. You are also removing potential food sources for other pests. Such as the following:

 

Cockroaches

Not many people know it, but cockroach infestations can be significant causes of allergy symptoms. Their saliva, droppings, and discarded body parts contain proteins that can cause allergic reactions in many people.

Though their most active time period is Summer, cockroach infestations will start winding up in Spring as the weather becomes warmer. If you suspect you have cockroaches, our exterminator in Swansea can help.

 

Rodents

If you have an allergy to dogs or cats, you are very likely to have allergic reactions to rodents. During Spring, rats and mice are more likely to venture outside as there will be an abundance of natural food sources there for them. But that is no reason to slack on preventative humane rodent control.

Rodents prefer easy access to food away from predators, and homes will still be their targets. For preventative pest control, get rid of clutter during your Spring-clean, store your food in airtight containers and seal any cracks they could enter your home from.

 

Spring Into Action 

Reactions to pest infestations can easily be mistaken for seasonal allergies. If you suspect your home has a pest problem, or you’re wanting to see if preventative pest control can reduce some of your allergies, Aderyn’s discreet exterminators in Swansea and South Wales could help.

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