Here are some questions you might like answered before you proceed to book a Pest Control Service.
Do I need to empty my kitchen cupboards?
No, it’s not
necessary to empty cupboards as we apply a gel to areas where cockroaches nest
or harbour. No liquid sprays are applied to these areas.
Is my cat / dog safe?
There is no concern to the safety of animals since the amount of active constituent that they may
take in, either by contact while it’s wet or by ingesting it orally, is very small.
What do I need to do prior to the Pest
Control treatment?
Access to room edges is necessary to spray
along skirtings. Therefore clothing articles, magazines, toys etc. should be
moved off the ground. All food items should be cleared from bench and table
tops.
Will the spray you use stain my
carpet?
No, the emulsion we spray does not stain. It’s a water
based residual spray that doesn’t contain strong solvents which might affect
colouring or finishes.
Will the spray affect
humans?
No, it will not affect you. The chemicals we apply are
registered to be used in hospitals, schools and public places. (see also MSDS – Material Safety Data Sheets)
Is it safe to stay in my premises while you
spray?
It’s safe, but we recommend that you vacate your premises
while the treatment is carried out and to ventilate the rooms thoroughly after
completion for 3 hours before settling back in.
My
child suffers from asthma. Is it safe to stay?
To avoid triggering
an asthma attack, we recommended that he/she is not present while the treatment
is carried out, and preferably stays away from the premises overnight.
What if I touch areas that have been
sprayed?
Sprayed areas are of some concern while still wet. But
once the carrier, which is water from the tap, has evaporated, the active
constituent adheres to the surfaces and will not contaminate or harm you. Should
you get in contact while it’s still wet though, wash with soap and plenty of
water as soon as possible.
Will the gel / paste that is applied to
the inside of cupboards contaminate my food?
No it will not. The gel / paste is only
applied to areas where insects congregate or harbour, like cracks, crevices or
hinges.
Will I see cockroaches, spiders or ants
after the treatment?
Yes, it’s possible that insects may wonder in
from outside. Chances are that they will have crossed treated areas and will die
shortly after.
How often should I have a Pest
Control treatment done?
Regularly at intervals of no more than
twelve months. Shorter periods may be recommended, according to environment
conditions.
Is the treatment
guaranteed?
No, it’s not guaranteed, but a 6 months warranty is
given.
Do I need to wash everything after the
treatment?
There is no need to wash utensils or surfaces once the
treatment is carried out.
I’m renovating. When is
it best to do the pest control?
We suggest that the pest control
is done after all trades people have completed their jobs (painting, carpet
laying, landscaping and final clean up). Preferably one or two days prior to
moving in.
I’m planning to have my carpet
cleaned. Will that affect the Pest Control treatment?
It’s best to
do the pest control after carpets have been cleaned or
vacuumed.
If you have any further questions, don’t
hesitate to contact us or refer to our website for more information
