If you are seeking an Estes Park exterminator for the first time, or it has been a while since you have contacted one, there are a few things you can do beforehand to ensure a successful appointment. While you can rest assured that the professionals will handle the hard work of removing your critters, many home and business owners are surprised to find out that before your exterminator comes, it is crucial to prep your home or business so that there are no delays for your treatment. With over 20 years of experience with animal control and extermination services, Northern Colorado Pest & Wildlife Control has helped many customers with their pest control needs. Please keep reading to learn our top tips for how you can prepare for a great appointment.
Tips for Preparing Your Home or Business for Your Estes Park Exterminator Appointment
1. Make A Note of All Areas You Have Seen the Pests
To have the most productive session with your exterminator, it is essential to make a list of all the places where you have seen the pests in your home or business. Some pests move around or hide when humans are present, so having a list of all the places that pests have been seen can help steer your exterminator in the right direction. Making a list of all sightings also can be important for determining where the infestation started—the more detailed your notes, the better your results.
2. Move All Furniture and Heavy Appliances Away From Walls Where Pests Have Been Sighted
To ensure that your technician can treat pests quickly, moving all furniture and heavy appliances away from walls is best. Make sure that items are at least three to four feet away from walls for best practice. If your appliances have been stationary for a while, clear any dust or debris away from the area underneath your furniture to make it easier for your professional to spot pests.
3. Remove Pets From Your Home If Possible Before Your Treatment
Pets may have a bad reaction to treatment or get in the way of treatment, so it is best to remove pets from your home or business before your pest control specialist arrives. If pets cannot be removed from your home before your appointment, make sure to cover any cages or aquariums to ensure that no treatment sprays get into their environments. For larger animals such as dogs, this can be an excellent time to take your pet for a walk while your technician works on your infestation.
4. Put All Food Away
During your appointment, the last thing you want is for all of your food to be contaminated by treatment solutions. Take care to put all food on countertops, appliances, and tables away in storage to avoid having sprays or other treatment solutions from ruining your food. Some treatments may be poisonous when eaten, so make sure that there are no chances of this happening by putting your food away. It is also good to remove small appliances like toaster ovens to mitigate the chances of sprays getting on them.
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