Is it Worth Hiring an Exterminator?

Professional Extermination/ Pest Control

The first recording of pest control in history dates all the way back to roughly 2500 B.C.E., proving that even ancient Sumerians were bugged by pests just like we are today. However, pest control has definitely come a long way since then.

Today, exterminators and pest control technicians are professionals who specialize in the elimination of both insects and vermin from both private residences and commercial properties. While there is a misconception that exterminators are not the same as pest control experts, this is, in fact, untrue. Rather, the terms tend to carry different connotations but are synonymous on a professional level. The term “extermination” can carry the assumption of simply being the elimination of current pest problems, however, this is only half of the job. Exterminators also place a precedence on preventing pest problems, but, since this is sometimes misunderstood, the term “pest control” has gradually become the more popularly used term both within the industry and colloquially.

DIY vs. Professional Pest Control

While there are absolutely different preventative measures that can drastically help reduce your risk of an infestation, they are not always foolproof. Many pests like wasps, ants, and rodents are very persistent while others can be accidentally acquired regardless of your avoidance attempts – such as bed bugs. Furthermore, while some DIY techniques are effective, there are a fair amount that are ineffective and there is also the potential to run into a myriad of other problems, such as:

• Risk of Toxicity – a lot of store-bought pesticides are highly toxic and can be very detrimental to you or your family. As an example, if you are attempting to spray a wasp nest that is located up high, the spray has a tendency to drift down, showering you in a micro-mist of toxins that can get into your eyes, lungs, mouth, and cover your skin.
• Risk of the Environment – similarly, store-bought treatments also tend to be damaging to the environment and can end up killing local plants and wildlife as well as potentially contaminating nearby water sources
• Risks to Your Health – aside from the risk of toxic chemicals, you could be faced with increased danger to your health the longer a pest problem permeates. This can include contamination of your food and surfaces, airborne contaminants and diseases from pests like rodents or roaches, the risk of illnesses from biting pests like mosquitos or ticks, and more.
• Risks to Your Safety – This is just another branch of concern when it comes to your health and wellness during an infestation. Pests like wasps or hornets could potentially swarm you or your family members, and venomous spiders may be lurking in the darkness, ready to bite if you happen upon them.

Professional pest abatement with exterminators/pest control technicians keeps you safe, healthy, and ensures that your pest problems are handled quickly and properly. We focus on treating problems at their source and possess all of the proper tools and experience to effectively eliminate problems and prevent further ones from ever occurring.

The Benefits of Professional Pest Control

Professional pest control focus’ on continuously fine-tuning treatment methods and specializing services in order to always provide clients with the best service possible. All of the benefits you reap from using professional extermination services are impossible to overlook.

• It Can Save You Money – infestations can be extremely devastating to your wallet due to the damage they cause in your home and to your health. Professional intervention can stop the problems before they get worse and even prevent problems from ever occurring in the first place. Ultimately, this can save you hundreds, thousands and even potentially hundreds of thousands of dollars in the long run.
• Minimal Products but Maximum Effect – our tried-and-true methods, paired with our professional grade product and tools allow us to drastically reduce the number of spraying/applications around your home without sacrificing the highly measurable effects of our treatments.
• Eliminating Problems at their Source – years of experience, training, licensing, and perfecting techniques definitely count for something. This expertise allows exterminators to root out the source of pest problems, eliminating them for good, while some DIY sprays and techniques only “put a band-aid” on the problem.
• Safety/Protection – Depending on the type of pest you are dealing with, there can be dangers with trying to control them (ie. a large wasp nest). Hiring professional help keeps you and your family out of the line of fire, while our exterminators have the proper professional tools, gear, and experience to treat pest problems safely.

Taking the Next Steps…

Preventative steps and some DIY methods can help reduce the numbers of pests, but if you want true elimination and protection, you need to take it to the next step with professional pest control services. At Green Pest Services, we provide solutions that are custom made for you, and with our local exterminators on your side, you won’t have to worry about pests anymore.

If you have any further questions regarding how professional intervention can help you and your pest problem, contact us anytime. Our knowledgeable representatives are standing by to answer all of your questions and help you find a solution that works for you.