I Have Kids - Is Using Pest Control Safe?
kphelps • October 27, 2021
Understanding the Concerns
The biggest concern that parents tend to have when it comes to using pest control is the chemicals that are used to address the pest problem. It’s perfectly understandable. Pest control chemicals are usually designed to kill pests. It’s reasonable to think that your children could be threatened by those same chemicals.
Understanding the Risks of Not Using Pest Control
The thing is, not using pest control poses its own set of risks. Pests like mice, rats, and cockroaches can carry diseases into your home, contaminate your food, and trigger allergic reactions. Others, such as ants, wasps, and spiders can deliver painful, and sometimes dangerous stings and bites. Then there’s the damage these creatures can do to the home itself. Insulation, wiring, wood, and even books and cloth are all subject to damage inflicted by various pests that might decide to use your home as theirs.
Understanding Our Promise
The risks of allowing pests to get out of hand just aren’t worth it. Of course, neither is compromising the health and safety of your children with dangerous pest control methods. At Proterra Pest Control, we understand how important it is to be safe in your own home. That’s why we use organic pest control inside your home and organic-blended, top quality synthetic pest control outside your home. We make it a point to be the safest pest control company out there so you can rest assured that everyone in your home will be safe too. Except the pests, that is.
Like most things in life, quality pest control methods are safe when used properly. Reputable pest control companies know how to use different pest control methods safely. They can also help you understand what you need to do on your end to keep both yourself and your children safe. Remember, pests pose their own dangers to your household. You’re way better off without them.
We’re dedicated to keeping you and your family safe from pests. It’s all a part of the promise we make to you and your family. See what else is included in our Proterra Promise
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