How to Prepare Your Home for a Professional Pest Control Treatment

Setting Up for Success

When you hire Jas Pest Control Services, our technicians arrive ready to eradicate your pest problem. However, the effectiveness of the treatment heavily relies on how well the premises are prepared. Here is a quick guide on what to do before we arrive.

1. Clean Your Home

Before treatment, thoroughly clean your home. Sweep and mop the floors, vacuum the carpets, and wipe down countertops. Cleaning removes food sources that might distract pests from our baits, and it removes dust that can interfere with chemical sprays.

2. Clear the Perimeter

If we are treating for rodents, cockroaches, or ants, we need access to the baseboards and corners. Move furniture, appliances, and stored items at least two feet away from the walls.

3. Kitchen Preparation

Store all food items, dishes, cutlery, and small appliances in the refrigerator or in tightly sealed plastic containers. Clear off all countertops and empty the cabinets beneath the sink, as this is a prime hiding spot for roaches.

4. Protect Pets and Children

Ensure that pets are relocated to a safe area outside the treatment zone. Cover fish tanks and turn off the pump. Put away all children's toys, pacifiers, and pet bowls.

5. Specific Preparations for Bed Bugs

For bed bug treatments, strip all beds and wash all linens in hot water. Empty closets and dressers, placing clothing in sealed plastic bags. Do not move infested furniture out of the room, as this spreads the bugs to other areas.

Following these steps ensures that our technicians can apply treatments safely and effectively, guaranteeing a pest-free home.