What Is Integrated Pest Control Management
 | Some of the bigger pest control companies like the pest control London based firm that I know use what is called integrated pest management. This is basically a guide map if you will of how to proceed when faced with some kind of infestation. The main principles behind an integrated pest control management are the effectiveness of the methods, the economics of combating such a problem and the effect that the outcome will have on the nearby and surrounding area pertaining to other animals and organisms. Year. Basically by using such a system the pest control London company for instance, can use it to ascertain the type of pest in question, the size of the infestation and a correct assessment of which methods would be best to use from an economical standpoint while being environmentally friendly. |
So essentially there are four elements to integrated pest control management which include a survey of the premises, a monitoring stage, an identification stage and finally an assessment of the correct method of pest control to use. That's just a quick rundown but the actual process is a lot more detail and we will cover that next.
The survey includes collecting data on the type of pest that you're dealing with including the number of pests which might be on-site. It's very important to accurately assess this because it will have a bearing on what methods to use later on. If you find that further investigation is needed this is where you take the next step and setup a monitoring phase. But before you do any of that you must survey the premises and check for signs of pests in the area by looking for droppings or damage to nearby structures. It's also a good idea to check with the owner to make sure that standard pest control procedures have been maintained by way of keeping things tidy and keeping food hidden away. If the owner admits to failing in one or these areas then it's a good idea to investigate that specific area first. Also look for any unusual holes or gaps where there shouldn't be and check to make sure that there are no broken pipes or drain covers around the side of the building.
The information collected may be enough for you to assess exactly what the problem is and then proceed by taking the necessary action to alleviate the problem once and for all. If this isn't the case then you will have to schedule another visit at a different time such as in the evening or in the dead of night when the most activity is likely to be happening.
If you still can't work out what type of species you're dealing or perhaps you do that you are not sure of the size of the infestation you're dealing with, then you will have no choice but to go on to the monitoring stage which is where you will set up different types of monitoring traps. Sometimes pest controllers use conventional traps that are designed to kill the pest outright but it really depends on what you're dealing with. Another tool in the arsenal is to use monitoring dust which you can sprinkle on the floor and this will help identify what species they are and the numbers that are potentially living within the space.
Once the pest is caught in the monitoring stage is completed to a satisfactory level then all the details for identification can be filled out. This is where notes will be taken on what type of species you're dealing with and any prevailing markings which may help identification further. It's also good idea to take pictures to go with the notes if you're dealing with an unknown species as these will help identification once information is passed on to other specialists in the field. This will usually not be necessary because the most common types of pests tend to be the main culprits.
By the time you've finished the general survey, the monitoring and identification you have a clear understanding of exactly what you're dealing with and therefore will know exactly how to tackle the problem.
Most pest control companies whether it's a pest control Bristol-based company or one from Hertfordshire, they have to work within economic guidelines and so will cost out the most economical solution that is also as environmentally friendly as possible. So with that being said a lot of firms will try using traps and similar devices before resorting to chemicals such as industrial strength pesticides that are designed to kill one type of pest while causing the minimum of damage to other animals and organisms.
How each company handles the problem after integrated pest control management will vary depending on their professional opinion but overall the system is a safe and efficient way of going about the eradication of any and all pest problems that anyone may have.
