What to Do Before and After the Pest Control

Posted by Advance Pest on April 12th, 2021

So pest control Singapore usually has its hands full, owing to the commitment of keeping the state clean and hygienic.

Pest control gets you rid of all the bugs, termites, rats and cockroaches trying to take over your house. There will be a thorough examination of your house, and you’ll be asked a few questions; they will prepare a customized plan for your house or workspace. 

While pest control Singapore will help you do that for you, there are a few things that you should do before and after the pest control team carries out its job.

This article will give you the necessary tips to add to the effect of pest control and prevent re-infestation of the pests like bugs, rats, cockroaches, etc.

Termite infestation?

Termite pest control Singapore has been busy fighting termites. They’ll be happy to help you too.

Do this before the pest control team arrives

Move your furniture

The pest control team would need space to manoeuvre properly, so moving the furniture in the centre would be a good idea. Spaces that are hard to clean because of the furniture will be easily accessible. These are the spaces where pests make their homes and live in abundance. 

   In the case of termite pest control, you would need to empty the furniture. Termite pest control Singapore will give you instructions accordingly.

Don’t keep anything on the kitchen countertop. Alternatively, you can keep the small kitchen appliances (disconnect them from the switchboard first) such that they are easily movable.

Clean the spaces

Vacuuming and scrubbing the floors, and cleaning the kitchen before the pest control arrives, will help get rid of some of the eggs and insects. Since the furniture is already pulled out or pulled in the centre, the cleaning process would be easier and helpful.

Empty your dustbin; you don’t want the pests to take refuge in the dustbin.

Kitchen cabinets would be sprayed, so empty them and try to clean them before the pest control team arrives.

Cover everything

Cover everything with plastic sheets. Please don’t use a cloth to cover since it will absorb and retain the chemicals sprayed over it and defeat the purpose of covering.

Cover the toys of your children and place them away.

Cover the toys of your pets too.

Pack the food

Food should be packed in airtight containers and then keep them away in the fridge. You would need to unplug your fridge before the pest control team arrives.

Protect your pets

Your pets are highly sensitive to the chemicals used in pest control. You wouldn’t want them to be around when the pest control team does its job. Drop your pests to your neighbour. Ensure that they are pest-free (No fleas and ticks).

Your fish can die because of the chemicals. Cover the fish tank properly and make sure the water doesn’t get contaminated in any way. Also, make sure your fish are fed.

Protect your plants

Keep your plants on the balcony or on the rooftops. Some plants can be covered, but most of them would wither. Taking them away from your house can be a better idea.

Do this after the pest control

Do not occupy your house before the time.

Wait till you are told to wait, don’t occupy your house immediately. They will usually ask you to wait for 3-4 hours. Patients with asthma problems should ideally wait for 24 hrs.

Don’t clean immediately.

Don’t start cleaning as soon as you get into the house. The pest control team will instruct you when to clean and what shouldn’t be clean for a while. Follow their instructions.

Discard the leftovers

Do not eat the leftovers. If by mistake you left any food item open, discard it. Even if the chemicals were organic, they are still harmful. Don’t give that food to your pets.

Repair the places

Repairing leaks is a crucial part to prevent re-infestation. Make sure the pest hotspots are sealed. 

Pest-check

Dead pests will be found for a few days after the pest control. Make sure you get rid of them.