Safe, Effective and Green Pest Control

 

The great thing about pest control these days is that homeowners need not subject themselves to smelly and unhealthy chemical pesticides. Most pest control companies like A1 Pest Control now use environment-friendly means by which to get rid of household pests which do not only help homeowners do their bit for the environment but also ensure that they live longer, happier and healthier lives.

 

This is mainly due to the fact that over the years, pest control companies have introduced many new technologies that not only help homeowners and business owners alike manage pests safely and effectively, but also manage them with the most minimal impact on the environment, from using environment-friendly treatments to the now widely-popular IPM or Integrated Pest Management, which consists of programs that take a new, proactive approach to pest control.

 

IPM also emphasizes the idea of preventing pest damage by first knowing exactly what kind of pest problems you have so you can effectively find the best solution for it, such as finding the most environment-friendly ways to get rid of the pests and limiting your exposure to potentially harmful chemical pesticides. Also, non-chemical pest control works and has many advantages such as being more effective longer than chemical pesticides, preventing pest problems from developing into full-blown infestations and preventing pests from developing an immunity or resistance to the pesticides.

 

Of course, there are still some who believe that chemical pesticides do the job easily and quickly but then again, you risk exposure to its harmful effects even if you are very careful about reading labels and handling them. Among the many dangers you expose yourself to include:

 

• Pesticide residues finding their way into water sources, like ponds and rivers and even the ocean through runoff

• Contamination of groundwater which is often used as a source for drinking water and potentially causing health risks to those who drink it.

• Inhaling the air rife with pesticide residue can cause life-threatening health problems like cancer, ADHD and birth defects, as well as respiratory and reproductive health problems.

 

With so many risks involved, it is no surprise that more and more people want to ensure they don’t die in the process of preventing pests from invading their home which is why there are pest control technologies that have been proven to be safe and effective such as the following:

 

1. Active Monitoring

Pest control companies currently use active monitoring devices to locate, track and detect pest activity. While some use synthetic pheromones to attract pests to glue traps, these active monitors use high heat, carbon dioxide and scent technologies to draw the pests in. Other types of monitoring devices include Fluke Thermal Imaging Cameras and Termatrac detection devices.

 

2. Odor Neutralizers

Persistent odors that commonly emanate from dumpsters and trash cans are surefire ways to attract pests. Odor neutralizers use negative ions, bacteria, proteins and ozone to bind the pollutants and odors, effectively removing them from the air or killing them right at their source.

 

3. Heat Treatments

These treatments are best used if you want to avail of quick pest control services. This involves heating the affected areas to a high temperature using portable heaters and a duct system, penetrating deep into the pests’ hiding places. It is used for a predetermined time and usually takes a day to complete.

 

Green pest control systems are also one of the options homeowners have as far as effectively and safely preventing pest infestations are concerned, what with pest control companies these days using ways and means that are EPA-regulated or approved or making sure that they use products with the lowest or most minimal impact on the environment.

 

Some will also resort to using tried-and-tested home remedies like mint, citrus, diatomaceous earth and borax powder to name a few. However, for full-blown infestations that are already beyond basic pest control and management, you need to call in professional help that you can trust and also because they know what to do in situations like these. You can go ahead and visit A1 Pest Control website today and get an idea of how safe, effective and green pest control should be.