AFTER YOUR PEST CONTROL SERVICE

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOUR PEST CONTROL SERVICE

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The most common questions asked to any pest control company after pest control treatment has been completed is:

Most home owners want to be sure they know what to expect and what steps they should take once the treatment has been completed as they do not want to do anything that may compromise the treatment and they want to also make sure that their loved ones are safe.

Should cleaning be completed before or after pest control?

Ideally PNP Pest Control recommends any deep cleaning is completed before the pest control, including vacuuming and mopping the floors, which would reduce the risk of the pesticides being compromised.

Once the treatment has been completed we also recommend not frequently mopping if possible, if you do need to mop we ask that you refrain from mopping around the edges for at least the first few weeks.

Sweeping & vacuuming is fine (depending on the treatment you have had done and your consultant will advise if there are any changes to this.

Is the pest control safe for children and pets?

Our pest control services are safe to be used around children and pets.

However, some customers may prefer to keep children and pets out of the way while the treatment is being conducted.

Please note: There are some treatments where we require you to vacate the premises for a period of time, this will be discussed with you at the time of booking.

What should I expect after the pest control has been completed?

Certain pest control treatments such as the general spray include dusting the roof void, sub floor, weep holes and all cracks and crevices with a fine dust. It is common to see an increase in pest activity in the first week or two.

This is known as the knock down stage or flushing out period.

In the case of German cockroach treatments, areas such as the fridge, dishwasher, microwave, under cabinets and inside cupboards are treated, the pesticides used will flush the cockroaches out.

Every property is different and because of this what you may or may not see, will vary between property type & external environments.

What to expect:

• Pests will be knocked down for about the first 6 weeks from the date of your treatment
• Cockroaches and other pests will start moving slowly

Overview

Pests Treated

Large cockroaches, spiders, carpet beetles, silverfish, wasp nests etc

Expectation:

6 week flush out period

What you may see

• Cockroaches should be eradicated within 6 weeks.
• An increase in activity is common for the first couple of weeks
• If your treatment is conducted annually, you will see pests dying all year round
• Pests may be moving slower
• Follow the instructions as provided to you by our pest control technicians

Pest Treated

Spiders

Expectation

6 week flush out period

What you may see:

• Decrease in spiders around windows
• Spiders will be flushed out.
• Red back spiders should be reduced by 90-100% depending on severity – If you had a severe red back issue, we suggest another external treatment after 3 months
• If you live in a bushy suburb or if there are a lot of trees/bushes around the property, You will never completely stop spiders
• Follow the instructions as provided to you by our pest control technicians

Pest Treated

Ants

Expectation

6 week flush out period

What you may see:

• It’s common to continue to see ants up to 3 weeks after treatment
• If ants appear to be scattered, it means the treatment is working
• Pesticides used for ants are designed to be returned to the nest
• Follow the instructions as provided to you by our pest control technicians

Pest Treated

Rodents (Rats & Mice ))

Expectation

4 week flush out period

What you may see:

• It is common to hear or see an increase in rodent activity after the treatment has been done as rats and mice become attracted to the baits
• You may hear the rats/mice playing, dragging, and throwing the bait blocks in the roof void
• Rodent activity will decrease over the next 3-4 weeks
• Do not seal off any entrance/exit points until the infestation is under control.

Pest Treated

Fleas

Expectation

3-4 week flush out period

What you may see:

• You will be required to vacate the property for 4 hours after the flea treatment has been completed
• Remove pets from the affected areas
• Be sure to vacuum daily after the day of treatment as this will assist the eggs hatching and the pupae being released from their eggs
• You may continue to see fleas and be bitten for up to 3 weeks
• A follow up treatment may be required

Pests Treated

Bed bugs

Expectation

6 week flush out period

What you may see:

• You should see a huge reduction in the 1st week
• Bites may continue but should subside within the 2nd or 3rd week
• A follow up treatment may be required in some cases in 6 weeks.

Recommendations

PNP Pest Control Sydney encourages our customers , where possible, to prevent disturbing the treated areas. We are here to assist or answer any questions customers may have.

It Is important that you follow instructions provided to you by your technician.

We can provide you with material safety sheets about the pesticides we use.

PNP Pest Control Sydney promises to provide fast, reliable, honest, experienced & efficient service with remarkable results.

We are committed to fulfil your needs, to the highest standards, we not only want to protect your home, your family & your pets, but we will also provide you with information and tips to prevent pests from coming back!

Read More About Specific Pest Treatments

General Spray

Cockroach Treatments

Ant Treatments

Bedbug Treatments

Rodent Treatments

Flea Treatments