As Halloween approaches, many people will get into the festive spirit by leaving traditional pumpkins on their front porches, doorsteps or backyards. This is especially true if you want to get creative, make a Jack-o-Lantern, or even have young children. uncarved pumpkin for the spooky season.

But while these may seem like harmless, decorative features to spruce up your patio, you may be unknowingly inviting unwanted visitors into your home. According to pest control experts, leaving carved pumpkins outside may attract some pests to your home. This condition gets worse after it has been outside for a long time and begins to rot.