The best way to get rid of pests in your home is to prevent them from entering. It’s not just about getting rid of termites. Wood-boring insects can destroy wood surfaces, including structural beams, ceilings, crown molding, window frames, and hardwood floors. Because of their small size, these insects can go undetected for a long time without being noticed. However, general pest control doesn’t always work on these types of insects.

General pest control involves applying insecticides to eliminate insects and rodents within the perimeter of human dwellings, industrial plants, food-handling establishments, and school facilities. The scope of these applications includes the control of common household pests, such as cockroaches and flies, but excludes termites and pest birds. For a comprehensive Pest Control program, you should consider the following areas:

Fumigation is an effective solution for larger infestations of specific pests or in areas where general pest control fails. Fumigation fills an area with gaseous materials that suffocate the pests. Fumigation is a more expensive, complete method, but it’s a good option for severe infestations and inaccessible voids. Fumigation products permeate the entire treatment area, getting to all areas of the structure to eliminate pests.

Using chemicals properly requires a certificate. Anyone using pesticides in a professional capacity must have a pesticide license issued by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. In addition to a certificate from the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, a general pest control applicant must also possess an excellent working knowledge of general pest control operations and the reasons why they’re necessary. It’s crucial to know the laws regarding pesticide disposal and federal pesticide regulations to protect the environment.

Bed bugs are particularly scary insects, but their treatment depends on the circumstances. Bed bugs are hard to control because they spread from room to room without human intervention. If you find yourself a bedbug infestation, you should contact a general pest control company for an inspection and treatment. Often, a fumigation service will be the most effective solution for a significant infestation. If you’ve seen bedbugs in a hotel room, you may have brought them home.

Prices for general pest control vary by company. The cost depends on the type of pest and the number of treatments needed to rid a property of pests. The larger your property, the more you’ll be charged. Ultimately, you’ll need to decide how often you need to call a general pest control company, but there are some companies that offer a free service guarantee. You can always get your money back if you’re not satisfied with the results of the service.

Insects are one of the most common problems, and some of these can be controlled through physical methods, such as traps and baits. Biological methods include bacteria that control insect larvae. Bacillus thuringiensis is used for gypsy moth control and other mosquito larvae. Another method involves using red weaver ants as biological control agents. The red weaver ant is a type of insect that feeds on insects in soil.

There are many pests that may not have obvious symptoms. If you see beehives, be sure to put on protective gear. Bee hives are best removed by professionals, who use insecticides. When dealing with scorpions, the best option is to contact a pest control company. UC IPM Online has more information on these and other pests. The UC IPM Online database lists additional pests that are not commonly found.