Most pesticide formulas are designed to address pests more generically. We don’t know whether ants, spiders, cockroaches, etc. might be the ones trying to enter your home, so we treat them all equally in order to make sure you have complete prevention.

But what happens if you have a larger invasion of a specific type of pest?

For example, what happens if you keep seeing spiders over and over again on your property? Or you are noticing that you’re seeing not just dead cockroaches entering, but living ones?

What We Change to Address a Specific Pest Problem

When a specific pest issue arises, a more targeted approach is necessary to eliminate the infestation effectively. While our general treatments provide broad-spectrum protection against common pests, persistent problems with a particular species require adjustments to both treatment methods and prevention strategies.

If you let us know that you’re having a specific pest problem, we look at that pest problem, look at your property, and see what it is we need to do. For example:

Pest Identification and Behavior Analysis

Different pests require different control strategies. If you are seeing more spiders, for instance, we assess whether they are web-building or hunting spiders, as this determines the best placement of treatments. If cockroaches are still active, we evaluate entry points, food sources, and harborage areas to adjust our approach.

Adjusted Treatment Formulations

While our standard treatments offer protection against a wide range of pests, certain infestations require specialized formulations. This may include:

• Residual insecticides with longer-lasting effects for pests like cockroaches that repeatedly enter a property.
• Insect growth regulators (IGRs) to disrupt the reproductive cycles of pests like fleas or cockroaches.
• Targeted baits for species such as ants, which respond more effectively to baiting strategies than surface treatments.

We may still utilize the generic, broad spectrum option, but add pesticides that are helpful in making sure that you’re getting more help for the pests you’re struggling with.

Focused Application Methods

The placement of treatments matters when dealing with a recurring pest problem. We adjust our application techniques based on the behavior of the pest, such as:

• Applying barrier sprays higher up on walls and around window frames for spiders.
• Using dust or gel bait applications inside cracks and crevices where cockroaches hide.
• Deploying granular treatments for ant infestations that originate in the soil outside.

When you’re not having a pest problem, this approach tends to be overkill. But if you’re telling us tat you’re seeing pests, then it tells us that there may be entrance points elsewhere and our team can adjust for them accordingly.

Environmental Modifications and Prevention

Certain pests continue returning due to favorable conditions. When we identify a recurring issue, we provide recommendations on environmental adjustments that can make your property less attractive to that specific pest. This could involve:

• Sealing entry points to block cockroaches, ants, and spiders from entering through gaps or crevices.
• Reducing moisture buildup to deter pests like cockroaches and centipedes that thrive in damp conditions.
• Altering outdoor lighting to decrease insect attraction, which in turn reduces the spider population.

This process, known as “exclusion,” is one of the most important that is often forgotten about in the pest control world. Pesticides eliminate and prevent pests, but if you make it impossible for pests to enter your property, pesticides can even become a nearly unnecessary step.

Custom Solutions for Persistent Pest Issues

A one-size-fits-all approach is not always sufficient when a particular pest keeps returning. By modifying treatment products, application techniques, and prevention methods, we tailor our strategy to target the specific pest species affecting your home.

If you’re dealing with a persistent problem, we’re here to provide a customized solution that eliminates the infestation and prevents it from coming back. Contact ExtermPRO today to get started.