Chemical or Non-Chemical Pest Control?
Posted by Pest Control
If you are interested to find out about some of the chemical and non-chemcial methods used for pest control, read on. Some people may be concerned about the potential effects of chemeicals on the environment, people and animals, specifically those living inside the treated premises.
However there are various natural, non-chemical methods that can be implemented to reduce the risk of pest infections in your home.
Try some of these handy tips:
- Food is obviously a big part of attracting pests. Keep all food stored in sealed containers. Rubbish bins should be kept tidy, along with regular disposal of rubbish. Carpets should be vacuumed frequently to clean up any traces of food that may be present
- Set down cockroach traps such as glue boards to get an idea of how many cockroaches might be around in the house. Monitor obvious areas such as the kitchen where it is important that benches and utensils are kept clean and free of cockroaches
- Give your home a look over from the outside to identify any cracks, holes and other areas where pests may see as an entry point. Look in places that aren’t so obvious or hidden behind trees and other objects
- Yards should be kept clean and tidy, the length of the grass should not be too long. Regularly mow the lawns and also look after the garden
Though these safe steps can assist in reducing pest problems, if a professional pest controller must be hired then they will be using chemicals. Recent advances in science have allowed the levels of harmful waste from pest treatments to be reduced whilst not losing any effectiveness. In Australia, licenses are required by pest controllers in order to use registered pesticides. It is a good idea to check that your pest controller has the appropriate licensing to use them.