6 signs it’s time to call professional pest controls in – and how to pick a great one

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Household pests are a common problem, one that many of us try to tackle ourselves, yet while DIY methods often work well, it’s important you know when to admit defeat – as well as causing damage to your home, those pesky pests have the potential to pass on some nasty diseases, too.

So when is the right time to call in the pros? According to our experienced exterminators, sooner than you might think. While most of us wait to see roaches and rats before we make the call, there’s earlier – albeit more subtle – indicators we should be acting upon.