Spring
Spring Cleaning Pest Checklist – Caulking, Door Sweeps, and Yard Prep in Lebanon, MO
| Dec 11, 2025
As temperatures rise across Laclede County, pests begin scouting for food, water, and shelter. Add these simple steps to your spring cleaning to stop them at the source—and keep your home fresh and pest-free.
1) Seal Cracks & Gaps
- Inspect window frames, siding joints, sill plates, and foundation cracks.
- Use exterior-grade silicone/urethane caulk around utility lines, vents, and plumbing penetrations.
- Replace worn weather stripping and repair torn screens.
Even a 1/4-inch gap can allow ants, spiders, and mice to slip in—especially around doors and utility penetrations common in older Lebanon homes.
2) Add or Replace Door Sweeps
- Install door sweeps on exterior and garage doors.
- Stand inside at night—if you see daylight under a door, pests can enter.
- Fit a tight garage bottom seal to block beetles and rodents.
Pro tip from Plank: Door gaps are one of the most common causes of recurring pest issues we see during spring inspections in .
3) Yard Cleanup & Vegetation Trimming
- Trim shrubs and tree branches to keep foliage off the siding and roofline.
- Rake away leaf litter and excess mulch along the foundation perimeter.
- Store firewood and compost 20+ feet from exterior walls.
Why it matters: Cluttered beds and vegetation bridges give ants, spiders, and occasional invaders a cool, shaded runway straight into your home.
4) Fix Moisture & Drainage Issues
- Clean gutters/downspouts; extend downspouts 6–10 feet from the foundation.
- Address low spots that hold water after spring rain.
- Repair leaky spigots, AC condensate lines, and splashback at hose bibs.
Moisture reduction is key for mosquitoes and many structural pests—and protects your foundation over the long term.
5) Schedule a Spring Pest Inspection in Lebanon
Even with perfect sealing and cleanup, seasonal pests can still find a way in. A professional inspection ensures your home is protected before populations spike.
- Perimeter Guard Plan: Seasonally timed exterior barrier with interior coverage as needed.
- Targeted one-time treatments: Fast relief for ants, spiders, beetles, and more.
- Family- and pet-conscious options available; tailored to Lebanon’s spring conditions.
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