Pest-Proofing:
An Eco-Friendly Approach to Pest Control
Transcript from the video Exclusions Services: An Eco-Friendly Approach to Pest Control
with pest expert Matthew S. Hess
09/03/2023
Pests have a way of sneaking into our homes uninvited, but they need an entry point to do so. Eliminating that entry point can prevent them from getting in. Pest-Proofing is designed to do exactly that. A pest control expert can identify the signs of an infestation, determine the type of pest, and trace them back to their source. Then, measures can be taken to eliminate the problem by implementing pest-proofing tactics.
If you’ve never heard of pest-proofing, you might be surprised to learn that it’s a tried-and-true method that pest professionals have used for decades to keep pests out of homes and businesses. Regular pest control, combined with pest-proofing, can ensure that your space stays free of pests and is comfortable for you, your loved ones, or your colleagues.
If you’re tired of just putting a band-aid on your pest problem, we understand. We offer pest-proofing services to prevent pests such as bats, mice, rats, cockroaches, spiders, bees, wasps, stink bugs, termites, wildlife, and many others from entering your property. With our help, you can say goodbye to the frustration of dealing with pests for good.
Let’s take a closer look at what pest-proofing consists of, its importance in pest control, its eco-friendliness, and how it can benefit homes and businesses in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia.
What Pest-Proofing Consists of
Pest-proofing is a proactive approach to pest control. It involves inspecting a home or business for signs of infestation. Then, we identify the source of the problem and devise a plan to prevent pests from entering through that entry point in the future. Many experts and homeowners prefer this method because it is more environmentally friendly than trapping, baiting, or pesticides.
With Four Seasons’ pest-proofing service, we can effectively and sustainably keep pests out of your building. We do this by sealing holes and cracks that allow pests like cockroaches, rodents, and occasional invaders to enter. Remember, pests require very little space to infiltrate your facility, so taking preventative measures is crucial to maintaining a pest-free environment.
The Importance of Pest-Proofing
Over the years, the pest control industry has made significant strides in enhancing its products, methods, safety, and effectiveness to prevent and eliminate pests. One approach that has covered all these aspects is Integrated Pest Management (IPM). IPM aims to minimize the use of pesticides while still ensuring a pest-free environment. Although challenging, pest-proofing techniques make it more feasible to achieve this objective.
Preventing pests from entering a building is easier than removing them, especially if they have already multiplied. Pests are often tiny, sly, and challenging to locate and eradicate. For instance, a spider can fit through a 1/8-inch gap to gain access to a structure. By sealing such gaps and cracks, pest-proofing prevents spiders and other pests from entering, reducing the need for heavy pesticide applications. Future pest control treatments can concentrate on less potent chemicals and specific areas like doors, windows, and other entry points. In this way, pest treatments are made much more eco-friendly.
How Eco-Friendly is Pest-Proofing?
Pest infestations can be eliminated using insecticides in an environmentally friendly way. Professional pest exterminators are trained to use insecticides in a responsible manner that is more eco-friendly than how most homeowners use them. Many homeowners make mistakes when using insecticides. Misreading labels, overusing products, and misapplying them can worsen the problem and necessitate the use of more insecticides.
Professional pest-proofing prioritizes environmental responsibility by further reducing the need for insecticides that target a wide range of pests. Instead, it allows the use of insecticides that target specific pests in specific areas. This method reduces the overall reliance on insecticides by preventing certain species from entering a building. It also effectively decreases the number of particular species that may have previously entered.
This makes pest-proofing the most environmentally responsible pest control one can afford. Although this method won’t eliminate the need for pesticides, it will certainly reduce the need for a fair number of pest species.
How Can Pest-Proofing Benefit Homes and Businesses
in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia?
Unlike pesticide use, pest-proofing is a versatile pest control method that can be used in almost any setting and at nearly any time, regardless of location. This approach can be applied in hospitals, daycares, schools, nursing homes, warehouses, commercial kitchens, and even in homes. There’s really nowhere that pest-proofing can’t be made.
Getting Started
Our inspectors will start by thoroughly examining the property and identifying the pest threshold. They will then locate the pest and trace its entry point. It’s essential to inspect areas such as siding joints, exhaust vents, plumbing penetrations, soffit, gable vents, and other areas with holes or gaps that may serve as entry points for pests. This step is crucial in implementing a pest-proofing service effectively.
Plan of Action
After these steps are completed, our team will develop a plan of action for the pest-proofing process. We may need to use materials such as copper mesh, rabbit wire, screen wire, industrial sealant, roofing closures, and other materials, depending on the situation. Custom fabrication might also be necessary to ensure that certain areas on a structure are appropriately sealed.
Implementation
Once our plan of action is accepted, a price has been negotiated, and an agreement has been signed, our pest-proofing professionals will begin to implement that plan. This may include the use of ladders, scaffolding, and even lift equipment to allow us to reach even the highest points of the structure. Our team will work to fulfill every aspect of the agreed-upon plan of action to ensure your home or business is tightly sealed to exclude pests from entering.
Happiness Achieved
Once the pest-proofing process is complete, your property will become less welcoming to pests. As an added bonus, you may even notice an improvement in its energy efficiency. However, one thing is for certain: your family, friends, and colleagues will appreciate the reduction in pests. Plus, your property will be a safer and more comfortable place to be.
