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IPM for the Home

Integrated pest management (IPM) is the use of many tools and methods for preventing and solving pest issues. These include reducing the source that may be producing them; blocking or sealing entry-points into the home, or fixing moisture problems in the home that attract ants and other pests. Depending on the situation, the use of a pesticide can also be an important tool. They have a place when chosen wisely and used properly.

By The Season

In the Spring, the main emphasis is on ant prevention and control. In the Summer, the emphasis stays with ants but also for prevention and control of wasps and hornets. In the Fall, service is provided to inspect and guard against mouse activity, and continues with focus on ants. Holes that may let in mice are identified and are either sealed by the technician, or brought to the attention of the client.

By the Pest

Each home is handled individually since there are differing pest issues. A home nestled in the woods may have both carpenter ants and mice causing the most bother. A home in a sunny location may have more wasps and hornets to deal with a work to prevent. In other instances pests such as clothing moths or spiders may be more of a concern.

Termite Surveillance

Termites are monitored via wooden interceptors (Termite Revealers^SM) placed around the outside of the home. These can be installed simply in the way of pine stakes, or installed in specially made surveillance stations installed in the ground around the home. These would be monitored twice per year, with a control-baiting program (additional service program) be available should termites be detected.

Use of Devices and Stations

To intercept rodents and ants outside the home, stations would be anchored outside of the foundation. These would include ant bait stations and rodent bait stations. These items would be placed discretely and would be tamper resistant and anchored. To supplement the stations, granular insect bait and/or insect spray would be used as well. Inside, insect monitors would be set up in the basement as well as mouse stations if applicable.

Types of Tools Available

When entrances for pests can be sealed, the technician can perform this service with items such as caulking, vinyl tape, and with a copper mesh for small areas as part of the service. For larger holes where birds, squirrels, bats or rodents can pass can be sealed with a heavy-duty metal screening (invoiced accordingly). For other control work, traps and baits of different types are used. Also sprays and dusts are available depending on the situation.

Service Schedule

Service is usually provided four times per year automatically, with additional visits included for control of mice (and rats), ants, wasps / hornet nests. Client cooperation is needed when recommendations are given. Service is invoiced with the routine services. The initial visit is usually greater than subsequent visits for setting up the service and dealing with an initial pest(s).

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