Modern pest control measures generally involve the application of products and solvents that kill or disrupt the rodents, arachnids and insects that make their way into our homes. As a homeowner, you have every right to wonder about the safety of these materials. We’re fully committed to ensuring your safety and well-being, so we’ve put together a list of questions that potential customers ask about our pest control program.
How Do You Maximize the Safety of Your Pest Control Measures?
At ABC, we like to approach a pest problem holistically through Integrated Pest Management (IPM). This approach involves identifying and eliminating the cause of the infestation, treating the current infestation, and incorporating preventative measures to keep the infestation from returning.
For the treatment aspect of the program, we select pest control products and materials that are known to have few effects on “non-targets.” Non-targets are “bystander” life forms that don’t act as pests and may include pets, humans and non-harmful wildlife. Additionally, we apply pest control products in areas of the home into which non-pests rarely venture. For instance, we use measures to control rodents and structural pests in crawlspaces, walls and crevices that simply aren’t accessible to pets, adults and children.
What Materials Are Most Commonly Used?
The specific pest control measures that we use in any given application are highly dependent on the nature of the pests that we seek to control as well as the attributes of the application site. Commonly used materials include:
• Pyrethrins
• Indoxycarb
• Pyrethroids
• Insect growth regulators
While these materials are not as harmless as common food items or inert substances, these materials do not require a “Danger” or “Poison” label.
How Are These Products Delivered?
As noted, we take pains to apply product in places where humans and pets don’t generally congregate. Additionally, we deliver them in a targeted, controlled manner that reduces unwanted side effects. Depending on the type of pest, we may disperse laced traps or baits. For structural insects and attic-dwelling pests, we may directly apply pest control product into crawlspaces, voids and cracks.
San Antonio Pest Control for Homeowners Who Care
Determining whether to sign up for a pest control program shouldn’t be a tough decision: if your property is reeling under the influence of stinging insects, rodents or structural pests, our services at ABC Home & Commercial Services go a long way towards eliminating the problem. Of course, we understand your concern about the safety and efficacy of our pest control solutions. If you need any additional guidance about our methods or simply wish to talk to a local expert, visit our website.