Most people don’t like insects. Homeowners especially don’t like the kinds that inhabit their homes, spread disease and cause property damage. Not only are they unhygienic but they can also be hard to get rid of.
While some people opt for the continuous roundabout of DIY treatments, others prefer a more effective approach of using the pest control Melbourne residents rely on. Enlisting the services of a professional will ensure that you deal with more than just surface pests.
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If you’ve been doing your own pest control for years with the same results, it may be time to change your approach. This post takes a closer look at the top reasons why professional pest control is a more effective approach.
1. DIY is Often Not Permanent
It’s easier than ever to buy DIY pest control solutions. Your local grocery store more than likely has a whole shelf dedicated to a range of various bug and rodent poisons. The online options are endless, and you can have poisons of all grades delivered to your home in a matter of hours.
Few people realise that these poisons are not only toxic if used continuously or incorrectly but are also only temporary solutions. These pests typically only kill the pests you see on the surface and do anything to deter a larger nest.
This means you will never really stop using it. Check your monthly grocery list. A can or two of bug spray is probably a staple in your home, proving that it doesn’t provide long-term solutions.
2. Pests Can Pose Health Risks
If you only see the occasional cockroach in your home, you may be tempted to ignore the problem. After all, if you’re not seeing hordes of them, it may just be one lost roach who will soon be on his way, right? Wrong.
For starters, there’s never “just one” and take our word for it, the lone roach you see is no lost. Even just a few pests can still be unhygienic and spread disease. The most common diseases caused by various pests include Lyme Disease, Zika virus, and the harmful Hantavirus.
Some of these viruses can be spread by the carrier simply walking over your plate o kitchen counter. Since there’s no way to know whether each insect you come across is a disease carrier, it’s best to keep them out of your home. A pest controller will provide you with a long-term solution, tailored to suit your specific needs.
3. Pests Can Cause Property Damage
Some pests, such as termites and rats aren’t just looking for a warm place to sleep and food to eat. Both of these pests can do extensive damage to your home’s structure and your furnishings.
Mice and rats are notorious for chewing on everything from table legs to electrical wiring and have even been known to destroy a roof’s insulation. Termites, on the other hand, eat through your home’s timber frames and supports, causing extensive structural damage. Yet another reason why pests shouldn’t be ignored and why you should also opt for professionally mixed pesticides.
4. Helps Keep Your Neighbour’s Pests at Bay
You may do your best to keep a clean home and yard. However, if your neighbour’s trash cans are attracting pests, it’s only a matter of time before they start looking for food in your yard.
Professional pest control solutions are specially mixed to deal with certain types of pests and these are often also applied along your fence lines. This will create a deterrent for any pests that may be hanging out in surrounding fields or at your neighbour’s house.
5. Saves you Money
Have you ever stopped to calculate how much money you spend on DIY pest control? Bug sprays, bait stations, mothballs, and citronella candles all add up to a considerable amount. In addition to this, ignoring a small pest problem can cause extensive damage to your home or furnishings. This will result in costly repairs.
6. Environmentally Friendly Solutions
DIY pest control solutions are often more toxic than people realise. Not only do they pose a health risk to your family, but they can also be fatal to animals who may accidentally ingest them.
The poison in rat bait stations is a typical example of this. Inquisitive dogs can easily break the bait stations open and nibble on the poison, which in most cases is fatal. Continuously spraying even the mildest bug spray in your home can cause severe respiratory infections for you, your family and your pets.
Certified pest controllers make use of environmentally friendly solutions that can easily be used in your home, around your kids and pets. These solutions also cause no harm to the environment if they accidentally end up in water run-off.
Final Thoughts
Dealing with the pests in your home shouldn’t be an ongoing struggle. Avoid the risks and costs associated with DIY poisons and rather entrust your pest problem to a professional. Not only will you reduce the likelihood of severe property damage, but you will also get an effective, long-term solution for a very annoying problem.
