Below are some Frequently Asked Quesitons for your convenience. If your question is not listed feel free to use our Contact Page to reach us or call and speak to one of our representatives today.

Are the products used a danger to the health of my children or pets?

By nature, pesticides are designed to kill and cannot be deemed as ‘safe.’ Studies show
that when pesticides are applied according to the label directions on adverse health effects occur to persons applying the product or to occupants of the treated building. The products we use are extensively tested for effectiveness by the U.S. Forest Service and registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

How can you control pests inside my home if you only service outside?

After we have eliminated any problems inside your home, we focus our attention outside to address areas where pests can gain entry or where they might find food or water sources. After those access points are eliminated we create a barrier of protection. By keeping pests outside, we eliminate or reduce the need to go back inside your home.

What states have been affected by Bed Bugs?

Pest control companies have reported bed bug activity on a national scale. Bed bugs are being found from the East to the West coast; and everywhere in between.

Why are Bed Bugs an issue for hotels, visitors, and homeowners?

Bed bugs leave itchy, bloody welts on human skin. Adult bed bugs can live for a year without eating, making them especially hard to control. Once inside a hotel or home, bed bugs spread rapidly from room to room-through pipes, in vacuum cleaner, on clothing and luggage. In a hotel, bed bugs can even spread to neighboring rooms, since guests may end up moving to another room.

Why should I hire a professional Pest Prevention service?

Pest management professionals are educated, trained and certified to handle the specific pest issues that you will encounter in and around your home. IPC professionals are trained in the safe handling and proper application of materials used to eliminate or prevent pests. Some general guidelines for choosing a pest management company are:

Look for a reputable company with knowledgeable and professional representatives and a great image. Ask friends and associates to recommend companies they use or have used.
Look for members of state and national industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) that provide ethical guidelines and technical information.
Be certain the company is licensed by your state’s regulatory agency.

What is the health risks associated with common pests?

Pests can transmit a number of potentially serious diseases, illnesses and allergies.

Cockroaches: Asthma, allergies, and food poisoning
Ticks: Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Fleas: Dermatitis, murine typhus and bubonic plague
Rodents: Hantavirus Pulmonary syndrome, murine typhus, salmonella and rat-bite fever
Mosquitoes: West Nile Virus, encephalitis, Malaria
Fire Ants: Severe allergic reactions including anaphylactic shock
Bees/Wasps/ Yellow Jackets: Severe allergic reaction including anaphylactic shock

What is the difference between a regular ant and a carpenter ant?

Carpenter ants can be black, brown, red, or a combination of these colors. They can be easily
distinguished from most other pest ants by the carpenter ants “heart-shaped” head. Carpenter ants can be found throughout the U.S. and are named for their ability to excavate nest in wood, creating smooth tunnels or galleries. In the U.S. few other and species have this behavior. Carpenter ant damage is sometimes confused with that of termites, which also damage wood.
Unlike termites that eat wood, carpenter ants hollow out wood, leaving behind small piles of sawdust. Carpenter ants prefer to build nests with in decaying, moist wood sometimes creating multiple nests in a single area. They are commonly found in porch pillars, roofs, windowsills, dead trees and dead parts of living trees.

Why do I need on going pest treatment?

In any pest control program, ongoing maintenance is necessary to ensure control of any infestations and to help prevent future ones from occurring. Pests want three things: food, water, and shelter- all things that are inside your home. They often are relentless in looking for ways to stay active as the weather changes, requiting different treatments as the seasons change. We partner with our customers, encouraging them to take simple steps in addition to the appropriate pest treatment provided by a licensed professional, to help keep potential pest in their place all year round, and to help keep your home protected.

I have a clean house but still have bugs- why?

Pests want what we have- food, water and shelter. Many pests such as roaches and even rodents can fit through tiny cracks and crevices in search of these resources. This can happen no matter how clean your house may be. Other pests like bed bugs are not related to cleanliness at all. They are hitchhikers in search of a blood meal that people can easily-and often unknowingly-provide. It is best to have a trusted professional conduct a thorough inspection to identify pest risk factors around your home.

How do I keep spiders out of my home?

It is important to note that if you have a spider problem; you likely have a pest problem. Spiders are predators and make a living eating pests such as bugs. They may wander in your home searching for these pests. If you want to rid your home of spiders, a great first step is to contact a licensed pest management professional to first rid your home of the spiders food source which is other pests. Finally there are some highly effective strategies IPC recommends you can do to make your home less attractive to spiders:

· Seal off potential entries like crack and crevices, spaces under doors( install door sweeps), holes in screens, etc.
· Inhibit their ability to create webs by cleaning, dusting, removing clutter etc.
· Reduce lights on the outside which may attract other pests.

Does IPC use IPM pest control methods?

Yes. Our Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program is comprised of an effective combination of non-chemical and chemical treatment methods such as sanitation, inspection and exclusion –key elements of an integrated pest management strategy- to identify and minimize pest entry points. When applying treatment, IPC uses the safest and least amount of product possible to achieve effective results. We partner with our customers to create and provide a treatment plan that is right for them.