When you think of lizards, you might picture them sunning themselves on a rock in your backyard. But these pests are just as likely to sneak into your home for food and shelter. Here are 10 of the most common places you’ll find lizards in your house—and how to get rid of them for good.
In the Kitchen
Lizards are attracted to the warmth and humidity of kitchens, so they often sneak in through open doors and windows in search of food. If you find one lizard, chances are there are more hiding nearby. Check behind appliances and under cabinets for signs of these pests.
To eliminate lizards in the kitchen, seal all cracks and openings around doors and windows. You should also keep food in airtight containers and immediately sweep up any crumbs or spills.
In the Bathroom
Like kitchens, bathrooms offer warmth and humidity that lizards find appealing. These pests are often found near bathtubs, showers, and sinks.
To eliminate lizards in the bathroom, seal any cracks or openings around pipes. You should also keep the toilet lid closed when not in use to prevent these pests from taking up residence in your bathroom.
Finally, invest in a dehumidifier to reduce the moisture levels in your bathroom and make it less appealing to lizards.
Under Furniture
Lizards love to hide under furniture, where they’re protected from predators and can find plenty of food (in the form of dust mites).
To get rid of lizards hiding under furniture, start by regularly vacuuming to eliminate their food source. Then, seal any cracks or openings around baseboards and moulding where these pests can enter your home.
Finally, consider using double-sided tape around furniture legs to prevent lizards from occupying residences under your furniture.
In Closets
Closets offer darkness and privacy, which lizards look for when choosing a place to hide. These pests often enter closets through cracks in door frames or holes in walls.
To eliminate lizards in closets, start by decluttering your closet, so they have fewer places to hide. Then, vacuum regularly and seal any cracks or openings around doorframes and walls.
You should also keep your closet doors closed when not in use to prevent these pests from sneaking inside.
In the Attic
Lizards often sneak into attics through cracks in the roof or openings around vents. These pests are attracted to the warmth of attics, where they can find plenty of food (in the form of insects)
To eliminate lizards in the attic, start by sealing cracks or openings around the roof and vents. Then, set up traps baited with food to attract and catch these pests.
In Garages
Garages offer shelter from the elements, making them a perfect place for lizards to hide. These pests often enter garages through cracks in the foundation or openings around doors and windows.
To eliminate lizards in your garage, start by decluttering the space so they have fewer places to hide. Then, seal any cracks or openings around the foundation, doors, and windows. You should also keep your garage door closed when not in use to prevent these pests from entering.
On Porches and Patios
Porches and patios offer shelter from the sun and rain, making them a perfect place for lizards to hide. These pests often enter porches and patios through cracks in the foundation or openings around doors and windows.
To get rid of lizards on your porch or patio, start by decluttering the space so they have fewer places to hide. Then, seal any cracks or openings around the foundation, doors, and windows. You should also keep your porch and patio doors closed when not in use to prevent these pests from entering.
In Gardens
Lizards often enter gardens in search of food (in the form of insects). These pests are attracted to gardens with lots of vegetation, where they can find plenty of hiding places.
To eliminate your garden’s lizards, start trimming back any overgrown vegetation. Then, set up traps baited with food to attract and catch these pests.
With these tips, you can get rid of the lizards in your home for good!
