Q.  How do we know that these products aren't harmful to humans or wildlife?

A.  The pesticide industry is one of the most highly regulated industries in the United States. Before a product is registered by the EPA, it must be rigorously tested for potential human health and environmental effects. This process can take up to 10 years and involve up to 120 different tests and studies. Today, manufacturers may invest as much as $30 to $50 million or more in product testing before a new pesticide ever comes to the market. These tests are required, designed and reviewed by EPA scientists and are conducted according to EPA standards.

Q. I'm pregnant or my child has a condition, can you still do a treatment for me?

A. Yes, we can still provide pest control services for you and your family. Our pest control technician may ask you or your child to leave the room during treatment for health considerations, but all of our pest control technicians are trained in the proper and safe use of pesticides for your protection.

Q. What can parents do to minimize pesticide exposure for infants?

A.  Parents can make sure the baby is out of the treated area during a pesticide application until the pesticide is completely dry and the area is well ventilated.  Women should take the same precautions during pregnancy.  Parents may also minimize the amount of pesticides used in the home by utilizing an integrated pest management approach or an IPM method of application.

Q.  Can pesticide applications harm children and pets?

A.  No, not if label instructions are followed. All pesticides are carefully tested before they can be registered by the EPA and before they are sold. Part of this testing includes determining possible effects on non-target organisms, such as pets. Pesticides which pose an unacceptable risk to non-target organisms cannot be registered. Of course, you should follow the same re-entry procedures for cats and dogs as is recommended for humans. Wait until the treated area dries (in the case of liquid application) and, for granular materials, comply with labeled directions for reentering the treated area.

 Q.  How can an insecticide control insects and not be harmful to people and pets?

 A.  It is a well-established medical and scientific principle that the amount of a substance used determines whether it is harmful. With  pesticides, the amount of pesticide needed to control insects is many orders of magnitude lower than the amount which would affect mammals, such as humans and pets. Remember, exposure alone does not equal risk.

Q.  Where can I find safety information regarding the products you will use in my home?

A.  Please visit our MSDS/Labels page on our website for all of our Products Labels and Material Safety Date Sheets (MSDS)

Q.  If products aren't dangerous, why do the applicators occasionally wear protective gear?

A.  Applicators work directly with many pesticides and are exposed many times more often than homeowners. Consider the fact that it is safe for a person to have an occasional x-ray, but the x-ray technician must leave the room to avoid repeated exposure. Pesticide label directions require applicators to take certain precautions based on the assumption that the same person will be repeatedly exposed to the same product over many years.

Q.  I’m planning to have my carpet cleaned. Will that affect the Pest Control treatment?

A.  It's best to do the pest control after carpets have been cleaned or vacuumed.

Q.  My house was just treated, why am I seeing more bugs?

A.  It is not unusual for treatments to drive insects from their hiding places and out into the open as treatments trigger their "fight or flight" response. It may take up to 3-4 full weeks before the chemical residuals/baits neutralize an entire population. The domino effect usually takes

10-14 days for optimum results.

Q.  Will the gel/bait that is applied to the inside of cupboards contaminate my food?

A.  No it will not. The gel/bait is only applied to areas where insects congregate or harbor, like cracks, crevices or hinges.