Renovating Your Home? Don’t Forget to Pest-Proof It
7014692967 • May 21, 2025
When you start tearing out walls, pulling up flooring, or exposing crawlspaces, you're disrupting areas where pests make their homes. Rodents, ants, cockroaches, and even termites commonly nest behind baseboards, in attic insulation, or around foundation cracks — all areas that may be exposed during a remodel.
During construction, open walls and gaps create easy entry points for new pests. With contractors frequently moving in and out, doors and windows often remain open, allowing insects and rodents to slip in undetected.The body content of your post goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source.
Common Pests Found During Home Remodeling
During renovations, homeowners often discover:
- Rodent nests in wall cavities, under flooring, or in attic insulation
- Termite damage in exposed wood framing or baseboards
- Ant trails behind kitchen cabinets or under bathroom tiles
- Cockroaches hiding in dark, damp spots like subfloors or behind appliances
These problems are easier and less expensive to fix when caught early. For older homes especially, scheduling a pest inspection before renovation is a wise decision.
How to Pest-Proof During Construction
Preventing pest problems during renovation requires a proactive approach. Here are some effective ways to protect your space during construction:
- Seal exposed entry points like gaps around pipes, vents, and windows before closing up walls.
- Keep the site clean — remove food scraps, trash, and wood debris daily.
- Store materials off the ground to avoid creating hiding spots for rodents and insects.
- Limit open access by keeping doors and windows closed as much as possible when not in use.
- Schedule a pre-renovation pest inspection to catch any hidden infestations early.
Bring in the Pros for Extra Protection
At Bug-A-Pest, we work with homeowners and contractors during renovations to provide peace of mind. Our technicians can:
- Inspect for hidden pest activity before you build
- Treat vulnerable areas before walls or floors are sealed
- Offer preventative treatments around foundations and utility openings
- Help close off entry points so you're not sealing pests into your walls
With over 30 years of experience in Ohio homes, we know exactly where pests like to hide — and how to keep them out for good.
Don't Let Pests Crash Your Remodel
Renovations should improve your home, not invite unwanted guests. Pest-proofing during your remodel keeps your investment safe and your home cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable in the long run.
Planning a renovation? Contact Bug-A-Pest Termite & Pest Control today for a pre-renovation inspection and customized pest protection plan.
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