SLUGS are a common nuisance in autumn due to the damp weather. Rainy days are prime time for slugs to start looking for new hiding places, so here are some tips to prevent them finding a way into your home. According to OnlineCarpets , Britain has been crowned the ‘Slug Capital of the World’.
Each cubic metre of soil contains a whopping 200 slugs , on average. The household experts have pulled together a list of their top 5 natural ways to stop slugs entering your house this autumn. One effective slug deterrent includes a household item you may already have stocked in your kitchen cupboard .
READ MORE FROM FABULOUS Seal any gaps Slugs are invertebrates. That means without a backbone or a shell to hold them back, they're super soft and able to fit through the tiniest of spaces. Check your home for any cracks or gaps in your windows and door frames that may need resealing.
Take a good look around the entry points of your home, starting with the doors and then the ground-floor windows and use an appropriate sealant to block out any gaps you find. Most read in Fabulous Condensation Condensation is a slugs best friend. They thrive in moisture , so slugs will be aiming to find any damp spot they can.
Whether that's leaky pipes, or condensation build-up around your patio doors, they will slither their way to finding it. Those who live in older homes may be more likely to suffer from invading slugs due to their original wall construction. Investing in items such as damp traps or .