Pesticides and Residential Pest Control
We all lead modern busy lives, and those of us with children never seem to have enough time. Usually working around the house is joyful and brings forth sense of wellbeing and fulfilment. But what happens when that little mouse is seen running across the floor in odd hours of the night?
Oh, yes, another problem to deal with. Pest problems such as seeing a rat, mice or cockroach around the house or commercial kitchen is almost always put on "yea I’ll deal with it when I have time" which is always tomorrow. But remember this, the longer pest infestation problem is delayed dealing with it, the harder (often times more expensive) it will be due to urban pests population growth rates.
But what are pests? For some people having that Tarantula in the tank feeding it live bugs or worms is a hobby. For some people a little mouse called "peanut" that is carried around in the jacket’s pocket is a friendly pet and not a pest.
All things aside, pests are unwanted small animals, insects, bugs, flying insects or bugs that are nuisance to have around the home.
Pest control is a procedure used to prevent, control and eliminate pest infestation outbreak. When performed by a professional such as Maximum Pest Control Services company serving around LA suburbs, its a rapid, cost-effective, timely and readily available service controlling pests and their infestation.
There are many different ways to prevent and exterminate common pests (Rats, Mouse, Cockroaches, Bed Bugs, Spiders, Bees and Wasps amongst others) in residential and commercial properties. For example: setting a trap for that Racoon or baiting for rats around the warehouse can all be used for controlling pests. And yet, most residents before calling our pest control company try to use sprays, fumigation bombs or pesticides to eliminate their pest problems.
But one must realize that even with its many advantages, pesticides can have many harmful agents which can lead to severe illnesses if used incorrectly or carelessly. Since we are living in digital age, some Los Angeleans are using the internet to purchase pesticides. This may sound like a smart (often times cheaper) alternative compared to using pest control and management companies in Los Angeles CA. Nonetheless, for all pest infestations, its advised to call on the qualified and licensed pest control technicians.
Before embarking on eliminating pest issues, do keep in mind that its easy to kill off that odd cockroach or that brown-mouse strolling around kitchen or bathroom floor. And yet, always consider prevention as the ultimate goal.
Simple Preventive Measures for Controlling Pests
- Pests flourish and thrive when they have easy access to water and food sources. Such sources must be identified and removed.
- Food should be stored in air-tight containers and cool places to avoid insect manifestation.
- Any garbage (be it in the kitchen or outside) should also be secured (and emptied) thoroughly.
- Any type of standing water can attract pest and bacteria growth (particularly mosquitos, bees and wasps). Water accumulation should be avoided and removed from around the property.
- Pets? Pet Food / Water Dispenser is another overlooked pest and insect attractor. Avoid having pet food in such containers at all times (also, ensure pet food boxes are closed securely).
- Pests reside on carpet and clothes as well (bed bugs, fleas, clothes moth and others) having in place regular strategies for inspection and cleaning should be on your to do list for controlling pests.
- Wood furniture can also attract wood-boring insects and pests such as Powderpost Beetles and Termites. Regular inspection of such items looking for unusual marks can be helpful.
- Some pests (such as cockroaches) prefer moist, warm and humid environment. One of the best ways to eliminate such environments that pests love to seek out for nesting is through regular cleaning and airing with good ventilation.
- Did you know that bed bugs usually find their way in to homes if you’ve visited a hotel or motel recently? Checking luggage and clothes before entering your home is a great way to ensure bed bugs don’t infest unnoticed.
What are Pesticides?
Pesticides are defined as chemically engineered products that are specifically made to attack and manage pest outbreaks. Its an umbrella term that includes herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides (for mice and rat control). For example: herbicides are sprayed on plants to remove unwanted weed growth and crop insects. Insecticides help eliminate pests like termites and beetles. Fungicides help control fungus on organic products and on water too. Whereas rodenticides are used for controlling rodents such as rats and mice.
Most LA households dealing with pest problem usually head out to their local store to purchase pesticides which are readily available in local hardware stores (including in supermarkets). Although this seems okay for killing off few pests such as cockroaches, mouse, rats, mosquito its never enough to get rid of fully out of control pest infestation. Furthermore: incorrect usage of pesticides can actually be toxic and sometimes flammable with serious side effects on pets, children and even you.
Residential Pest Control Experts to the Rescue
Companies such as Maximum Pest Control Services can come to you fully equipped with all the safe pesticides and tools to eliminate and remove all types of pests. This will ensure preventative measures are in place once the pests are exterminated and removed successfully. These solutions are a great way to eliminate pests because pest control and management professionals are fully trained and insured to get the job done correctly and safely.
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