Many people believe the best time to treat a pest problem is when one starts. This is because pest infestations are usually most active from spring through fall when the weather is warmest. However, this is not entirely the case, especially in Dallas, Texas, where many pests don’t go into total hibernation. Residential homes provide warmth and food sources that many pests will rely on when these factors are in short supply.
Performing preventative measures year-round can keep your home in a pest-free environment. But the question you should consider is whether you should perform pest control on your own or trust experts to get the job done. Below are the drawbacks and benefits of do-it-yourself (DIY) and professional home pest control.
At-Home Pest Control
Property owners may feel like the best way to address pest problems is on their own and on a case-by-case basis. This may be because pest control products are readily available in hardware stores.
There are several reasons why performing DIY pest control is flawed:
- Each pest requires specific control methods, so it is essential to correctly identify the pest you are dealing with. This can not be easy to do if you aren’t trained.
- Many pests need to be targeted at every life stage, so more than one product and method is necessary.
- People commonly believe that “if you see it, spray it” While this technique might appear to get the job done, it can make infestations worse as it will only target the pests you see and not the entire infestation. This method will also lead to more expenses as pest control sprays aren’t cheap.
- Depending on the chemicals and traps being used, they can be dangerous if misused, especially to children and pets.
- Treating infestations on a case-by-case basis doesn’t get ahead of the pests, which means that your house will always be vulnerable to a new infestation.
Because DIY pest control doesn’t always work, homeowners are often spending more money than necessary. Not taking care of an infestation that has not been adequately removed can make the situation worse. This is why you should consider professional pest control as the best option.
Professional Pest Control
In Dallas, Texas, the most trusted pest control experts are All-Safe Pest & Termite. We offer two pest control plans for you to choose from:
1. Our Safe Select Pest Control includes a home interior warranty, exterior spider web removal, pest prevention service, All-Safe service guarantee, exterior fire ant control, and exterior rodent baiting. With fifteen pests covered under this plan, you will be protected against pests starting at only $29 a month.
2. Protection Plus Pest & Termite Control includes everything in the Safe Select plan and termite baiting, termite service warranty, and termite colony elimination system. Starting at $49 a month, you will receive coverage for fifteen pests, plus termites.
Professional pest control is a more effective and safer option than doing it on your own. No matter what pest control plan you choose, you can expect the following:
- Inspection of the interior and exterior of your home, focusing on hotspots, entry points, and pest-conducive conditions.
- After inspection, our technicians will work with you to customize one of our control plans to fit your specific needs.
- Treatment can include a barrier around the exterior of your home, dust product use around plumbing areas, bait placement, sweeping, and removal of webs and nests.
- Re-treatment for covered pests at no additional cost.
Getting Started With All-Safe Pest & Termite
Getting started with the services you need is as easy as contacting All-Safe Pest & Termite today! With fast, effective, and guaranteed pest control, you can trust the expert technicians of All-Safe Pest & Termite to keep your Dallas home pest-free year-round.