Question 1

What pest control chemicals are used?

Accepted Answer

The pest control chemicals used depends on the type of pests we are dealing with. However, all of the chemicals we use are harmless to humans and pets. Rodents are most effectively controlled by using bait loaded with rodenticides that is locked in a tamper-resistant bait station. Pest control for crawling insects may take different forms with chemicals such as dilatable pesticides, oil-based residual pesticides, non-residual pesticides and powder. All chemicals used are approved by the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA). Commercial grade chemicals can only be purchased and used by licensed, trained, insured, and bonded pest control companies like Pesticon.

Question 2

Do we need monthly pest control?

Accepted Answer

Businesses that are in the food serving or manufacturing industry certainly need weekly, biweekly and monthly pest control to ensure that their environment is clean and sanitary. We also recommend warehouses, greenhouses and all other commercial and industrial facilities get regular pest management. We offer a home protection plan for residential pest control that helps keep homeowners safe throughout the year from a variety of common pests.

Question 3

How long do you have to stay out of your house after pest control work has been completed?

Accepted Answer

It is not necessary to vacate the premises for every type of pest control procedure. For example, we may use dust (powder) and gel for cockroaches, dust and bait for ants, and baiting for rodents (mice and rats). These procedures do not require lengthy stays away from your home. The only precaution is to avoid the area while pest extermination is physically in process. If we are using chemicals to exterminate flying and crawling insects, it is best to vacate the premises for up to 6 hours. You'll also want to keep the property well ventilated by opening doors and windows for 10-15 minutes before re-occupying the premises.

Question 4

How to control insects in my house?

Accepted Answer

Habitat modification is a key aspect to controlling insects in your home. You can change the humidity of your home and use caulking and sealing to block off spots that harbour pests. However, in the majority of cases, you'll need to start with professional extermination. Bed bugs will travel with you from an infested location. Cockroaches will often follow you from the grocery store hidden in cardboard packaging. Rodents will generally enter your property via air vents, central vacuuming pipes, and other pipes on the property. Carpenter ants will nest in window frames or door frames and sometimes behind plumbing pipes.

Question 5

What are some common house bugs?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most common house bugs in Toronto include: carpenter ants, cockroaches, bed bugs, rodents (mice and rats), spiders, centipedes, and silverfish. Seasonal pests include mosquitoes, wasps, and hornets. If you are seeing any of these pests, contact Pesticon for a free inspection and professional pest control solution.

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