Pests are invasive species of insects and animals that encroach and attack human property such as crops, livestock, natural and man-made structures. Here are some of the ways in which they adversely impact our lives –

Diseases, Allergies and damage to property – While vermin are largely non-fatal to humans, they can cause significant damage to human life by spreading diseases, causing allergies and worsening asthma symptoms. Some pests specifically attack your home and possessions.  Weevils and Moths destroy grain, fabrics and stored wares. Termites and Carpenter Ants have ruined robustly built wooden structures and furniture.

Loss of business, municipal penalties – Business Establishments can face additional losses that include but are not limited to loss of customers, reputation and possible penalties and fines from municipalities for not maintaining the required standards of hygiene.

Anxiety – Pests also give you sleepless nights and destroy your mental well-being. The mental anxiety that comes from living with these unwanted guests while difficult to quantify, is a well-documented side-effect of living with bugs and insects.

You may be tempted to take things in your own hands and attempt to exterminate or pest-proof your property on your own. But in the absence of professional knowledge and training, there are some reasons why this may be unwise –

1. There is a possibility of missing hidden breeding sites as you focus on killing pests infesting visible areas.
2. Due to their ability to multiply in no time, a lot of pests require a series of intensive sessions or regular monitoring that may interfere with your regular schedule.
3. It could take you a few attempts to figure out the most effective product and technique for the infestation you are dealing with. These experiments are going to waste your most precious resources – health, time, money and energy.
4. Improper usage of any harmful chemicals could leak into your water supplies or contaminate the air you and your family breathe. There is also the chance of being exposed to some seriously toxic chemicals in the process.
5. An improper technique could even lead to the spread of pests into other areas of your premises.
6. Many of these hardy pests have started to display resistance to traditional pesticides and extermination techniques. Professional pest-control services constantly update their technical knowledge helping them to adopt the latest treatment techniques to deliver effective results.

This is why hiring a professionally certified team to treat your premises ends up being more cost-effective, sustainable and long-lasting than a DIY project.

Integrated Pest Management Services (IPM) vs Ordinary Pest Control Services

IPM is a proactive approach to Pest Management (eliminating and preventing a future pest infestation) while Pest Control is a mostly reactive approach (eliminating an existing pest infestation)