Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does it cost to treat my house for termites, ants, etc.? |
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Not as much as you think. Most residential pest programs cost less than $500 for an entire year of service. Controlling insects that can damage the wood in your home is a little more difficult to estimate. Prices may vary from $300-$3000, depending on the size of your home and the severity of the infestation. PermaTreat offers a free inspection to determine how an Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) can protect your family and home. Speak with one of our customer service reps who can help customize a pest control program for you. |
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Why can't you just come out once and get rid of all my pests? |
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If only it was that easy! The fact of the matter is, once pests are sighted, it might mean the population is out of control. When a homeowner sees one mouse, or one cockroach, or one silverfish, it is usually an indication that the infestation has grown large enough for pests to seek new nesting sites or food sources. If an Integrated Pest Management Program is not completed, the source of the infestation will continue to produce new pests. PermaTreat's Pest Protection Plan provides year-round pest maintenance with only four scheduled visits per year to minimize applications, but includes free callback service. |
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What are the effects of long-term exposure to the pesticides you use? |
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New formulations, such as baits, have nearly eliminated airborne pesticides indoors. Liquids and aerosols used by PermaTreat have minimal amounts of active ingredients. In fact, the inert ingredients in some "over-the-counter" pest control products are more harmful to homeowners and the environment than anything a Pest Management Professional (PMP) would consider using. Let our expertly trained technicians find a treatment that works best for you and your family. |
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Will your treatment hurt my pets? |
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No. The danger to your pets lies in not having a PermaTreat IPM program. Fleas, ticks, bees and rodents, can be a problem for your pet as well as your family. State-licensed and trained professionals at PermaTreat work quickly and efficiently to be sure that the treatment we perform targets the pests only. The safety of our customers and their pets is our biggest concern. |
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We have seen a couple of roaches, but we are concerned about a treatment because our child suffers with Asthma. What do you suggest? |
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Please have your home treated by a Pest Management Professional. Studies reported by Columbia University, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Howard University have reported a link between cockroaches and asthma in children. We offer the newest technology in cockroach control with a variety of baits, pheromone traps and HEPA-filter vacuums, which quickly eliminate roach populations with minimal applications of nonvolatile, low-toxicity products. |
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Do termites really eat wood? How much damage can they do? |
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Termites eat the cellulose in wood. They digest it and return it to the colony in order to feed the other termites. According to the US Department of Agriculture, termites do more damage to homes each year than fire and storms combined. |
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When I had your pest control service many years ago, the technician sprayed inside and outside my home but now your technician doesn’t spray? There are also times when an interior treatment isn’t done, is that normal? |
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Years ago, the technique used for treatments was a spray because they were the products available. Now with the advancement of products, we rarely use liquid treatments. Most pests are controlled by baits, gels and granules. Our goal is to establish an exterior barrier so we do not have to inconvenience you each time to do an interior service. If you are seeing pests inside, we will be glad to provide an interior treatment at no additional cost. Most of our customers are happy with exterior treatments once that barrier is established. |
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Why is my technician recommending me to change my monthly pest control account to a quarterly account? |
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There are actually two reasons why a PermaTreat representative would recommend this change in your service schedule. Once your technician feels that your pest infestation is under control, he will treat the exterior of your structure every 90 days to reduce the pest population and provide a safe and effective barrier. You do not need to be home for this service, which frees up your schedule while we take care of your home. Our quarterly program will also save you money. |
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I’m concerned about termites causing damage to my home but I have waterfront property and am concerned about the environment. What can I do? |
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PermaTreat offers the Advance Baiting System in cases like yours. We, like you, want to take care of our environment. The Advance Baiting System monitors, detects and eliminates colonies that are currently in your home or that may invade your home in the future. Advance utilizes the latest termite research and technology available, is low impact on the environment and is safe if around children and pets. |
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I travel a lot for work and am hearing more and more about bed bugs. Is this something I should be concerned about? |
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Bed bugs became relatively scarce during the latter part of the 20th century, but their populations have resurged in recent years. They are most abundant in rooms where people sleep and conceal themselves in cracks and crevices around the room and within furniture. Favorite hiding places include the bed frame, mattress and box spring; however, clutter around the room offers additional sites for these bugs to hide. Bed bugs are most active in the middle of the night, but when hungry, they will venture out during the day to seek a host. Unfortunately, you will be that host and they do bite. PermaTreat not only offers services to eliminate these pests but also we offer our customers the opportunity to purchase Aller-zip Bed Bug Bite Proof Mattress and Box Spring Encasements. Ask our representative about these products. |
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