Pre-Pest Management Advice in Mackay
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Mackay Pre-Pest Management Advice
At Tropical Pest Control, we concern ourselves with yours and your children’s well-being. Our aim is to ensure that our pest management services in Mackay are safe, effective and cause minimal disturbance to the running of your day to day life. We have provided the information below to ensure you understand what we will be doing and any precautions you should adhere to.
- Established 1982
- Commercial & domestic pest control
- Termite inspections
Some of the following products may be used to protect your business from unwanted pests. Please note that the chemical used depends on which pests you have. After our treatment, we will give you another notice detailing exactly which of the following APVMA-approved pesticides we used around and in your home.
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07 4942 2700 to book pest management with Tropical Pest Control in Mackay or any of its surrounding areas.
| Full Product Name | Active Constituent | Concentration of Active | Potential Areas of Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seclira WSG Insecticide | Dinotefuran | 400g/kg | Broad spray to skirting boards and around furniture |
| Demand Duo | Lambda-Cyhalothrin Thiamethoxam | 38g/L 125g/L | Broad spray to skirting boards and around furniture |
| Termidor | Fipronil | 100g/L | Outside perimeter of buildings, around garden edges and in shed |
| Country Fipronil | Fipronil | 100g/L | Outside perimeter of buildings, around garden edges and in shed |
| Biflex Ultra Lo Odour | Bifenthrin Liquid Hydrocarbons | 100g/L 533g/L | Outside perimeter of buildings, around garden edges and in shed |
| Advion Ant Gel | Indoxacarb | 0.5g/kg | In kitchen or where ants are present |
| Maxforce Cockroach Gel | Hydramethylnon | 16.5g/kg | In kitchen or where ants are present |
| Dragnet Dust | Permethrin 40:60 | 20g/kg | In drains and/or in roof void |
What to Expect After the Treatment
The areas we will treat may be wet for up to an hour. We find if the house is open and a breeze is flowing this time can reduce to roughly as long as it takes when you mop the house. We recommend that you do not enter until the areas sprayed are dry and well ventilated.
We ask that if you have an ant/cockroach problem that you do not mop for up to 7 days. This way, the treatment has the best chance to work before mopping starts to dilute the treatment. If your home does not have a significant issue, we ask that you do not mop for at least 3 days. It can take up to 28 days for the pest treatment to come into full effect.
You will likely see dead pests (particularly cockroaches) around the house for the next few months. If you see these, please clean them up as they will attract further pests as they are a food source.
Given Mackay’s climate, every now and then, you will see ants, cockroaches, and/or spiders inside the house. They can come in from under the ground coverings (grass/pavers, etc), gardens, and/or fly in on the breeze, and unfortunately, we cannot stop them from breeding in these areas outside.
Please be assured that the treatment inside the house will continue to deal with these. If, however, you are seeing more than you are comfortable with, please contact us, and we can do a “top-up” treatment. Call to book now!
General Safety Precautions
- At all times, please follow the instructions of the Pest Control Technician.
- You must let us know if you or any of your family members have allergies or other concerns.
- Ensure that any open or unsealed food containers and exposed foodstuffs are placed into a sealed container and stored in either the refrigerator or a cupboard.
- All food utensils and accessories should be stored away from open bench areas.
- All personal hygiene accessories, such as toothbrushes, glasses, etc, should be stored away in cupboards.
- All children’s toys, sporting gear, and water containers should be away from treatment areas.
- Remove pets’ food and water containers away from treatment areas.
- Cover bird cages, reptile enclosures, and fish tanks until treatment is completed;
- During the course of the treatment, ensure yourself and your family members do not come into contact with treated areas until dry and ventilated.
- Do not touch or disturb any bait, baiting devices, or monitoring devices placed by us.
We appreciate your time and thank you very much for allowing us to look after your home. If you have any family members or friends who you believe could benefit from our help, please pass on our details. Call Tropical Pest Control now.
How long should I stay out of the house after treatment?
We recommend staying out of treated areas for at least one hour, or until all surfaces are dry and well ventilated. If your home is open and there’s good airflow, drying time may be similar to how long it takes after mopping. This precaution ensures the treatment works effectively and avoids accidental contact with wet surfaces.
When can I mop my floors after pest treatment?
If your home has a noticeable ant or cockroach issue, avoid mopping treated areas for 7 days to allow the product to work fully. If there’s no significant pest problem, we recommend waiting at least 3 days. Mopping too early may dilute the treatment and reduce its effectiveness.
What should I do with food, utensils and pet items before treatment?
Please seal or store all open food, food containers, and utensils inside cupboards or the fridge. Personal items like toothbrushes and glasses should also be stored away. Pet bowls and toys should be removed from treated areas, and bird cages, reptile enclosures, and fish tanks should be covered. These steps help keep your home safe during and after treatment.
