Dos and Don’ts of Pest Control

Who doesn’t want to have a neat and clean environment in and around their house?

But, we know that no matter how far we went, pests will never leave us alone. They anyhow find a way to come closer to us.

Whether you are sitting on your balcony or camp out, bugs and insects will find you.

No matter how hard you try tiny insects like mosquitoes, flies, ants, and other pests will make their way to your home.

While some call pest control companies to get rid of common pests like rodents, termites, cockroaches, mosquitoes, and lizards, some go with do-it-yourself tricks.

To need the Pest Control Service in Pune then contact us because sometimes it's not easy to do it by yourself and if you do any mistake it's harmful to your family.

If you are also one of them who want to prevent pests then there are a few things that you must keep in your mind.

Learn about the more steps that you can take for household pest control.

Do – Try Prevention Tips

Before you jump into the chemical or natural remedies of pest control, you should know the correct ways of pest control.

You know that your home provides exactly what pests need for their survival –food, water, and shelter.

Once you start providing them all they start nesting or breeding in your house. Thus, pest infestation occurs.

Here are a few preventions tips that you must try for pest control: -

• Remove sources of all that thing that attracts pests like food, water, and clutter.

• Keep all your foods packed in air-tight plastic or glass containers.

• Do not throw litter in an open dustbin, put the garbage in tightly covered trash cans. Do not wait for the trash can to fill, empty it regularly.

• Clutter provides the perfect environment and place for the pests, especially cockroaches, silverfish, etc. to breed. So, removed the stack of newspapers, cardboards, and magazines.

• Look for the places where the pests can enter and also close off the places where the pests can hide.

• Check for leaky pipes, do not let water accumulate in your home. Check for the things where water may store. Don’t let water collect in flower pots, trays of your plants, and refrigerator.

• Do your research about the particular pest that you have spotted in your house and learn how to control them.

• Look for pests in any items or baggage before bringing them into your house.

Do - Safely and Correctly Use of Pesticides

Initially, you can use pesticides and insecticides to control pests’ problems. But it’s important to use it correctly.

Though pesticide works well in killing pests, they do not remove the entire infestation. Still, it will help you in controlling and preventing pests.

Here are the things you must do while selecting a pesticide and using it.

• Safety is the top priority, so check how toxic the pesticide is.

• The product should be specifically designed for killing or removing the particular pest you want to treat.

• While using the pesticide make sure children and pets are not around the area where the chemical has been applied.

• Only use the pesticides that are designed for home use.

• Use ready-to-use products and not the mixing ones, this could be unsafe to use.

Do - Dispose of Leftover Pesticides and Containers Properly

Just read the instructions written on the label of the container to know how to properly dispose of it.

Do not just throw the half-filled pesticide bottle anywhere. Just check if there’s any waste disposal authority that collects leftover hazardous chemicals and pesticides.

After knowing what you must do for pest control let’s just check what you should not do for the safe removal of pests from your house.

Don’t Use Outdoor Chemicals Indoor

There are a lot of pesticides available in the market, you can buy them even in general stores. But that doesn’t mean you can buy or select any pesticides.

The toxic chemicals designed specifically for outdoor pest control can be dangerous for residential pest control. So, select the pesticide wisely.

Don’t Use the Product Too Much

Do not think that using the product too much will give a better result. After all, it is a toxic chemical that is meant to kill a living organism hence, it could affect your health as well.

Before using or applying the pesticide read the label and see how many dosages are recommended for better results.

Using the chemical too often or in great amounts could endanger your family’s health.

Don’t Transfer the Remaining/ Leftover Pesticides in Other Containers

Never transfer the pesticides to some other container. Take only the amount as much needed to mix with water.

If the spray is not working then also do not transfer it to any container. Because you may spill the chemical during the process and it can harm anyone.

Do not use the empty bottle or container of the pesticide to store other goods or things. This can be harmful.

Also, do not keep the can or bottle with all the other foods and beverage containers because children and others have been accidentally poisoned by pesticides kept with other containers.

Conclusion

Each and every step was taken by you for pest control can be dangerous for you and your family hence, it is very important to take precautionary measures while using pesticides and other toxic chemicals.

The above do’s and don’ts will help you to get the desired result of pest control without harming you, your family members, and your pets.