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rubenson

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Posted 22 May 2017 - 03:24 PM

Hi everyone,
just wondering what the go is with pest control. i have an 18 month yr old running, rolling around and i need to get the pest control done. is pest control harmful to little ones?
what are my options?
 
 


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Posted 23 May 2017 - 03:05 AM

Dear Rubenson,
 
It depends on what kinds of pest you want to control? Insecticide may effect to your little one since it contains chemical. For cockroaches, ants and flies, you should only use food grade insecticide/ glue board with the lock block/ box and keep far away from your little one. Hope this may help you. :roflmao: 
 
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Posted 23 May 2017 - 04:39 PM

 

Hi everyone,
just wondering what the go is with pest control. i have an 18 month yr old running, rolling around and i need to get the pest control done. is pest control harmful to little ones?
what are my options?

 

 
 
I work in termite inspection Sydney and these chemicals are very safe these days. You will have to swallow many of them before they are harmful. If you tell them you have a baby, worry that they have to put it all through and know that, then they should be aware. Most of the time the wet chemicals they put in will be dry within 30 minutes - 1 hour, depending on the chemicals they put on the ceiling, many have talcum powder in it.
If you feel more comfortable to go out, do it. It is something like a mummy that is so cautious.
I hope this little help


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Posted 23 May 2017 - 05:46 PM

My first thought was rodents but not sure what the issue is?  If it is rodents, fully enclosed break back traps should be fine like this.

 

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Posted 23 May 2017 - 07:19 PM

Alternatively you could spray Malathion around the outside of your house to keep insects from entering. As it needs to be sprayed very close to your house,very low risk for your little one (it's what we use at my house)


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Posted 22 July 2017 - 11:13 AM

Hi there, I have heard about fumigation chambers which can be the best option to control pest.



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Posted 16 August 2017 - 04:15 PM

If pest control will be done using pesticides, then ask your bug guy for a copy of the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) of the chemical that will be used. Or you can google it, then look at the Toxicity Section. The LD50 will state how much lethal the product is. 

 

I agree with @KiaraRicherd, non-residue chemicals will be gone in 1 hour. Just get your kid out for a few hours. 

 

Another option is to ask the pest controller to use only natural pesticides.



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Posted 17 August 2017 - 06:13 PM

Might be time to pick up an electromagnetic pest repellent.

 

Here's a review of one I've seen sell well: http://lastminutegar...pellent-review/



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Posted 24 August 2017 - 06:11 AM

Might be time to pick up an electromagnetic pest repellent.

 

Here's a review of one I've seen sell well: http://lastminutegar...pellent-review/

 

I always think if these things worked, why does no food factory use them?



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Posted 24 August 2017 - 07:46 AM

We have a dog and a cat. They work on flies and crawling insects too!



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Posted 24 August 2017 - 05:53 PM

We have a dog and a cat. They work on flies and crawling insects too!

 

I used to live with two cats, they brought in mice just to play with....  :doh:



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Posted 12 May 2018 - 06:37 AM

rubenson, I can understand your concern and awareness towards your child. This doubt would be with every parent who has small babies with them. Some professions like Exterminator Ridgefield CT have opted IPM (Integrated pest management) practices of the best and effective solutions also they use eco-friendly chemical solution that does not harm anyone around. Professionals have years of experience in dealing with these cases so let them know your problem and they will help you clarifying all your doubts.





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