Understand Our Pest Control Process in Hopatcong, NJ

Communication is critical when pests are involved. When you suspect a pest problem, contact us immediately and describe what you noticed. Don’t wait around because some pests breed quickly and in large numbers, so you’ll have to act fast.

In some cases, a “virtual inspection” may be possible using a smartphone. We can hold a video conference through software like Skype, or you can send us pictures through email. Either way, rest assured that we will promptly schedule an appointment and send one of our Certified Pesticide Applicators to your place for inspection and evaluation.

We will conduct a thorough inspection in and around the area where pests are suspected to be. During the inspection, we normally ask our customers what they have observed while we look for evidence to help us identify the problem. Common proof that we look for includes nests, droppings, partially eaten or destroyed items, and other tell-tale signs.

Additionally, our certified technician also considers the building structure, harborage (shelter), entrance and exit routes, the customer’s traffic times and patterns, food sources, and the general environment. All these factors help a professional exterminator identify the specific insect, rodent, or animal that needs to be eliminated.

For more information on pest identification, visit the National Pest Management Association, Inc.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) means considering a combination of methods to control a pest. The question we usually ask is, “What technique can be used to best control the pest without exposing humans and pets to unnecessary chemical hazards?” To answer this, a technician should evaluate the entire situation and examine all available information to develop a detailed plan and schedule to achieve the desired results.

Non-chemical solutions are always considered first. For example, exclusion methods such as screens, caulks, steel wool, and plastics can be effective pest deterrents. If treatment is needed, techniques include baiting, fogging, spot treatment, void treatment, and perimeter, crack, and crevice treatment.

Through cooperative work, the result should be full control of the pest problem and the prevention of future pest infestations.

There is much more to pest extermination services than meets the eye. We do not recommend that the general public handle any pesticides on their own. These are only safe when applied by a trained Certified Pesticide Applicator. Horror stories about pesticide use abound, including the one about an individual who caused a fire while trying to rid his home of a bee’s nest by burning it. Another involved a woman whose trailer exploded after she used an over-the-counter fogger while the pilot light on her stove was still lit (all because she did not read the instructions on the can).

Certified Pesticide Applicators are licensed and trained to use pesticides safely and only when absolutely necessary. Ideally, a pesticide application should be performed ONLY by a trained professional to ensure precision, safety, and effectiveness.

If you suspect you have a pest problem, contact us to request a free inspection, and a Certified Pesticide Applicator will visit your residence or business to discuss recommended treatment options.