Whether to hire a pest control professional or terminate pests on your own can be a tough decision to make. That’s why we here at Rocklin Pest Control want to help you make up your mind by giving you these guidelines:
WHAT PESTS RESIDE IN MY HOUSE?
Some pests are tougher than others. For example, removing ants from your home is not as difficult as shooing away wasps or bees from your roof. When calling for an exterminator, be sure that you have already identified the kind of pests that you would want to be treated and that you have assessed the level of complications that it entails.
HOW OLD ARE THE PEST IN THE HOUSE?
Different pests have different levels of or stages of growth. When dealing with such organisms, it is best to have the area inspected to determine the correct treatment. However, if you are not sure about this information or it would be too hazardous to check, it is best to call in experts who are skilled and trained for these kinds of tasks.
HOW SERIOUS IS THE INFESTATION?
Some pests are quiet workers like termites and silverfishes. Homeowners wouldn’t know the degree of damage that has been made unless visible signs have started showing up. But, there are also pests that make their presence felt like mice, bees, and wasps. A serious infestation is often characterized by failure of homeowners to function confidently in the comfort of their own houses. If this happens, it might be a little too late to shoo away the pests by yourself. For your safety, call in the experts.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO ELIMINATE THE PESTS?
Pests have varying tolerance from chemicals and other elements. Termites, for example, needs twice or a third time fumigation before fully killing all living larvae, workers, and queens. Homeowners should have enough time to see through the entire procedure or schedule the treatment to ensure that it is done properly.
ARE THERE OTHER ANIMALS IN AREA THAT WILL BE AFFECTED BY THE EXTERMINATION?
Homeowners are sometimes also fur parents. When considering for an extermination procedure, inquire from your contractor if the chemicals or elements that will be used will be harmless to other animals living in the house.
Dogs, for instance, have very sensitive noses which makes them irritable from offensive smell and chemical fumes.
ARE THERE CHANCES OF THEM GOING BACK?
Pests are sometimes more intelligent that people think. They are driven by their survival instincts and nothing is more dangerous than that. However, a properly treated home has a higher chance of not being compromised again. A patient contractor will ensure that it gets all of the pests out before sealing the area. A contractor that has a good reputation will know how to handle huge pests’ attack, which is why it pays to do a round of research for the best contractors in town. After deciding which company to get, make sure that you make a list of areas you think are compromised for easier processing of the house.
CAN PREVENTIVE MEASURE STILL BE APPLIED FROM PREVIOUSLY COMPROMISED HOMES?
The answer is yes. Once the house has been sealed off from the pests, reliable contractors can offer an extra service of putting in place preventive paints, or treatments to shield the house from future burrowers.
These are only few of the questions that can help you decide when to get a contractor for your pest problems. If you have more questions, feel free to reach out to us in our Contact Page or read more of our Blogs to determine what are the Most Common Pest Problems in California that might have nested in your backyard or house.