Getting a Pest Inspection
When buying (or moving into) a new house, it can be the sensible time to get a general once-over by a professional pest controller, but pests can strike at any time, and many people choose to get regular preventative checks.
What's involved in a pest inspection?
- A ‘thorough check' is done of all common high risk areas such as the kitchen and bathroom, roof void, subfloor area, the house perimeter, cracks and crevices.
- Other areas such as in garden rockeries, garden furniture, fences, paths, sheds and under pot plants will all be checked.
- Pest controllers will report on areas checked, identify the pest and the extent of the infestation, and point out any active and old infestations.
- Suggest an action plan, which may include both chemical and non-chemical options.
- Give advice on preventative strategies that can be undertaken to stop pests from re-entering your house.
- Outline what follow-up treatment or monitoring may be necessary.
For a checklist of questions to ask your Pest Controller click here
On the big day:
- Be available - accompany the pest controller on the inspection if need be (though not when chemicals are being used).
- Ask questions - as many as you need to.
- Pack away toys, kitchen utensils, pet food bowls etc.
- Take pets, children away from the house if instructed to.
- Ensure that the pest controller has wiped up any spills and left no mess behind.
We have a network of pre-qualified Pest Controllers all across the country.
