The Bugman Pest Control Services helps you remove unwanted pests and stop them from coming back.
What Is Pest Control?
Pest control is the management of a species known as a pest, a member of the animal kingdom that has a negative impact on human living. The human response depends on the importance of the damage done and will range from tolerance, through deterrence and management, to attempts to completely destroy the pest. These measures may be performed as part of an integrated pest management strategy.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Integrated Pest Management is an environmentally friendly approach to controlling pests that combines different methods of control in order to minimize the use of harmful chemicals. It involves using a combination of techniques such as biological control, habitat modification, and the use of less toxic pesticides to manage pest populations. The goal of IPM is to reduce pest populations to acceptable levels while minimizing the risk to human health, property and non-target species. IPM programs are tailored to the specific pest problem and the environment in which the pest is found and often include monitoring and record-keeping to evaluate the effectiveness of the control methods being used. This approach is considered a sustainable and cost-effective method for controlling pests over traditional chemical pesticides.
Photo Identification
One of the first steps to a successful IPM plan is to be able to identify a pest correctly. Feel free to send us an email via our contact form or text us a photo of your pest directly, and we would be happy to identify it for you.
Prevention Methods
Prevention is a key component of IPM and is often the most effective way to control pests. Some common prevention methods include:
Sanitation
Sanitation is an important part of a pest control program because it helps to get rid of things that pests need to survive, like food and water. For example, if you keep your food sealed and clean up spills and crumbs, it makes it harder for pests like cockroaches to find food. Getting rid of standing water also makes it harder for pests like mosquitoes to breed. Cleaning and getting rid of clutter can also prevent pests like rodents and ants from making nests. By making the area less friendly for pests, it makes it harder for them to survive and reproduce.
Exclusion
Because it aids in keeping pests out of undesirable locations, exclusion can be an essential component of professional pest control. Screens, door sweeps, and weather stripping are great physical barriers that can be used to accomplish this. Door sweeps can prevent ants and other crawling pests from entering, screens on windows can keep flies and mosquitoes out, and weather stripping can prevent rodents from entering through small gaps.
Habitat modification
Habitat modification is an important part because it helps to change the environment in a way that makes it less friendly for pests. For example, if you remove standing water, it will make it harder for mosquitoes to breed. If you remove piles of wood or other debris, it will make it harder for pests like termites or rodents to establish themselves.
Crop rotation
Crop rotation is an important part of pest control because it helps to break the life cycle of certain pests. This means that pests will not be able to reproduce and make more pests. If you grow the same crop in the same field every year, pests that like that crop will be able to survive and reproduce. If you rotate the crops, the pests will not be able to find the food they need and will die off.
Biological control
Biological control is an important part of pest control because it uses natural predators or parasites to achieve control. Typically, this means that instead of using chemicals, you are using things like ladybugs to control aphids. It’s like using the pests’ own enemies to get rid of them. Using this method helps to keep the pests’ population in check without harming the environment or other non-target species.
Monitoring
Regularly inspecting for pests and signs of infestation can help detect problems before they become severe.
Proper storage
Proper storage of food and other materials can help reduce the risk of infestation by pests.
Implementing these prevention methods can decrease the need for pesticides and can effectively control insect populations in a sustainable way.
Ask An Expert
The best way to get a handle on a pest situation can be with expert advice. Feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable and friendly team. With over 30 years of experience as a pest control company, the team at The Bugman is happy to help!
Our team has knowledge of all different types of pests, from bed bugs to wildlife control and industrial pest control. We can custom-tailor a program to your specific needs.
For answers to frequently asked questions, please visit our FAQ page or set up a consultation with one of our certified technicians.
Customized Commercial Pest Control
Customized commercial pest control is a pest control approach that is tailored to the specific needs of a commercial property. This approach is designed to address the unique challenges that commercial properties often face.
A customized program typically includes a thorough inspection of the property to identify potential pest issues and areas of concern. Based on the inspection, a pest professional will develop a comprehensive plan that addresses the specific pest problems found. This plan takes into account any regulatory compliance and other concerns that may be specific to the business.
The plan may include a combination of methods such as exclusion, sanitation, monitoring, and pesticides to manage pest populations. We also schedule regular follow-up inspections to ensure effectiveness and to adapt the plan as needed.
A customized commercial pest program can help keep pests out of properties, which ensures a safe and healthy environment for employees and customers. It can also minimize the risk of lost revenue due to pest-related closures or damage and protect the business’s reputation.
Residential Pest Control
One of our most common residential services in the Fraser Valley is a rodent control program. For more information, please visit our Rodent page.
Bed Bug inspections and preventative treatments are important as well to maintain a pest-free home. K9 inspections from a professional company can be one of the best ways to accomplish this.
No matter what pest you are dealing with, give the pest control experts at The Bugman a call at 604-854-2847, and we would be happy to help!