10/05/2026
Pumpkins and fall decor can make your porch festive, but they can also create food, moisture, and shelter for unwanted visitors. This Halloween, keep the trick-or-treaters coming and the pests out!
DIY THIS:
✔️ Keep carved pumpkins away from doors and entry points
✔️ Clean up seeds, pulp and sticky residue after carving
✔️ Toss pumpkins once they become soft, moldy or start breaking down
✔️ Check door sweeps, screens and gaps around your entryway
NOT THAT:
❌ Let rotting pumpkins become part of the decor
❌ Leave candy or other food uncovered outside
❌ Allow leaves and debris to pile up around the porch
❌ Ignore increased pest activity near your doorway
Save these tips for your Halloween porch setup! 🎃