f you're passionate about being pest-free, put washing dishes on the top of your to-do list. Leftover food on dishes is one of the major causes of insect and pest infestations. Unwashed dishes offer the perfect combination of moisture and food to hungry pests. When it comes to preventing pests in your home, taking care of leaks as quickly as possible, is something that most homeowners don't think to do. Here are some of the things that make your home attractive to pests:

* Moisture and Warmth Think about it, we need water in our everyday lives and so do pests. Water that has soaked into wood is attractive to termites. Piles of paper that are rarely touched can be a big draw for silverfish and even cockroaches, likewise, excess water and moisture in and around your home creates a haven for a variety of pests. Moisture as a result of leakages in your home doesn't only cause damages to structures but also invites various household pests such as cockroaches, rats, and water bugs.