Here we address some of the common FAQs about general pest control. 

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What does pest control works?

How does pest control works?

How does pest control get rid of rats, bed bugs, and roaches?

Are pest control chemicals safe for pets?

How to know if you need pest control?

Why pest control is important?

Are pest control services worth the money?

Are pest control companies licensed? Are there Pest management guidelines?

Is there pest control for the car?

Is there pest control for lizards?

Is there pest control for fleas?

Is there pest control for bed bugs?

Is pest control effective without chemicals and without smell?

Pest control company near me?

Pest control versus do-it-yourself (DIY)

Pest control and Fumigation

Pest control versus Exterminator

Pest control versus Pest management

 

What does pest control do?

We CONTROL pest infestations. Depending on the type of pests, species, and surrounding conditions, extermination is possible but a reinfestation is possible and therefore periodical maintenance might be necessary.

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How does pest control work?

We render our service mostly chemical as a corrective measure, having minimal non-chemical procedures. Preventive measures are better, such as physical barriers, etc. and our technicians will give you some valuable advice.

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How does pest control get rid of rats, bed bugs, and roaches?

There is no one size fits all solution. Different types of pest with consideration of their biological construction, habits, and habitat, the methods we used differ. The different level of infestations and the purpose of pest control (such as for industry compliance) is considered when choosing a procedure.

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Are pest control chemicals safe for pets?

Yes, it is safe when using legally approved chemicals by the Pesticide Board of Malaysia, applied by a trained Pest Control Applicator of an approved Pest Control Company that has Public Liability Insurance. For some services such as fumigation and for pre-construction project sites, different requirements such as CIDM and OSHA are required. Chemicals are formulated and manufactured pest specific. Proper application is important for safety, to ensure its effectiveness, and to avoid resistance. Poisoning or pest resistance happens when chemicals are not applied responsibly.

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How to know if you need pest control?

When you start seeing pests frequently scurrying and appearing during normal hours. Pests adapt to human behavior, and will only appear at odd hours. The moment you begin seeing it, meaning its population has increased.

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Why is pest control important?

The most common habitat for pests is the sewerage and drainage systems. Apart from excreting faces, pests transfer dirt and bacteria to surfaces that it crosses. Bacteria carried by flies include common intestinal infections (dysentery, typhoid, cholera), eye infections (trachoma, conjunctivitis), certain skin infections (some fungal infections and leprosy), as well as polio. In industries where hygiene is important such as in the hospital, food industry, and pharmaceutical pest control is mandatory.

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Are pest control services worth the money?

Pest Control is a governed profession. Pest control is effective as a solution and cost. Various other non-tested methods (i.e., concentrated organic solutions) can possibly be more toxic and costly when applied irresponsibly with higher dosage.

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Are pest control companies licensed? Are there pest management guidelines?

The answer is Yes. Pest control companies are licensed and have an Industry Standard Pest Management guideline.

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Is there pest control for the car?

The common pest problem a car might have is cockroaches. The source of infestation is commonly where they park the car and cockroaches that come with the things they bought (groceries and even ready-to-eat food packaging).

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Is there pest control for lizards?

Because lizards are not considered a pest, no chemical is formulated for lizards. Chemicals with high dosages (toxicity to pets and humans) although not specifically formulated for it can tend to kill it. The answer is how to use such chemicals safely.

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Is there pest control for fleas?

The source of fleas in an indoor environment is commonly associated with cats and rats, but sometimes other mammals (bats, squirrels, and foxes). Sudden high infestation is common after the mammal gives birth inside the premise and inside the roof. The occupant will only notice when the population of fleas begins biting humans.

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Is there pest control for bed bugs?

Bed bugs are one of the most difficult pests to eradicate. Bed Bugs infestations are common in staff hostels if untreated may enter the workplace, in hotels and B&B, and even in tour buses. The movement of people for holidays and foreign workers, and cluttered living conditions have contributed to the spread of these pests. The method of treatment is similar but depending on the condition, the procedures differ.

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Is pest control effective without chemicals and without smell?

Most chemicals are odorless. For effective treatment based on the level of infestation, sometimes chemicals with odor are more suitable. Chemicals are classified into the toxicity category of I, II, III, and IV. Chemicals for household application normally fall under III and IV, occasionally II for tougher pests.

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Pest control company near me?

Our onsite Pest Control and Fresh Air Support teams serve the whole of Selangor and Kuala Lumpur and some parts of Negeri Sembilan, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya, Rawang, Sungai Buloh, Selayang, Batu Caves, Puchong, Seri Kembangan, Bangi, Kajang, Semenyih, Cyberjaya, Dengkil, Balakong, Sungai Long, Kuala Selangor, Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Klang, Bandar Botanic, Rawang, Bukit Jelutong, Bandar Seri Putra, Kota Warisan, Salak Tinggi, Banting, and Sepang, Ampang, Cheras, Kepong, Desa Parkcity, Gombak, Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, Putrajaya, and KLCC. 

Outside of Klang Valley, we serve Nilai, Seremban 2 and Bandar Sri Sendayan.

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Pest control versus do-it-yourself (DIY)

What hinders DIY for pest control is the knowledge of applying the right chemical for the different species of pests. Most chemicals sold in the hardware shop are effective to kill pests, but caution is safe chemicals with the correct application. Some treatments may need certain kinds of tools, which is not economical for a non-frequent user to invest in. In high-cost-of-living countries where the cost of engaging a professional is expensive or being located in rural areas, DIY might be the option.

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Pest control and Fumigation

Fumigation (treatment that uses gas in a sealed environment i.e., treating the shipment in a container prior to shipping) is commonly mistaken for fogging for mosquitoes. Although both require certification and training to perform, fumigation has a higher qualification.

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Pest control versus Exterminator

Not all pests can be exterminated (to put an end to it). Some share the same habitat as humans, hence, repopulated, reinfestation, and reentry is probable, therefore pest CONTROL.

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Pest control versus Pest management

Most customers will engage a Pest Control company just to control a specific problem. Busy professionals and companies will normally engage a professional for a whole Integrated Pest Management (https://skypest.com/pest-management- facts) service from assessing and reassessing, proposing, treating, and monitoring. Methods proposed will normally include physical barriers as prevention and treatment as preventive and corrective, and using non-chemical tools as an enhancer.