Vacation homes are particularly vulnerable to pests because they are unmonitored for a large part of the year. The absence of people coming and going makes homes more attractive to pests and can allow populations to grow because they aren’t detected early.
Also, vacation homes are often in rural, wooded, or water-adjacent areas which can increase the likelihood of pest activity. As winter comes, rodents and other pests are looking for food, water, and shelter from the cold. Vacant cabins and cottages are attractive hideaways for these uninvited guests.
No one wants to start their summer vacation with a pest issue. Follow these simple tips to keep pests out of your vacation home. More resources here:
Check out Pestworld’s Top 10 Pest-Proofing Tips for Fall.
They also have tips for pest-proofing vacation homes specifically here.
Realtor.com: How to Keep Your Vacation Home Pest-Free When You’re Not There.
Cabin Life: 4 Tricks to Keep Bugs & Pests Out of Your Cabin