Do-It-Yourself: Instead Of Commercial Pest Control

Considering commercial pest control? Consider your other options first. While commercial pest control is usually advisable for termite infestations, most pests can be taken care of easily by homeowners. Commercial pest control is always available as a last resort, but you may want to try less expensive, do-it-yourself methods instead.

Many people still use the traditional mechanical traps, poison baits, foggers or sprays: you may prefer natural deterrents such as citronella, peppermint oil, neem oil or chrysanthemum. Depending on the pest, the seriousness of the infestation and the needs of your family and pets, you may try herbal remedies before moving on to something stronger.

If you are looking for an alternative to commercial pest control, consider the benefits of the new ultrasonic pest control devices. High-frequency tones over 20,000 Herz cause people, cats and dogs no problems, but create intense distress in rodents and insects. The devices simply plug into wall sockets, and effectively rid the house of pests, who cannot tolerate the "noise" only they can hear.

Ultrasonic pest control devices can also be electromagnetic, sending the tone along the wires inside the walls of the house. Because many pests reside in the walls and sleep there during the day, electromagnetic products prevent them from returning to their nests. These simple, affordable devices are multi-purpose: once device can repel rats, mice, roaches, fleas, ants, silverfish, mosquitos and spiders..