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ARE PEST CONTROL TREATMENTS SAFE AROUND CHILDREN AND PETS?

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The most common question we get, especially when it comes to treating a home, is Are Pest Control Treatments Safe Around Children and Pets?

And we understand why this question is so important,

If you have pets or small children, you know first-hand how curious they can be. They miraculously manage to get into everything and anything, and much of what they discover ends up on them or in their mouths. Pets especially, are known for consuming odd items for unknown reasons - ever hear of cats eating socks? It’s true!

Because the term ‘pest control’ is commonly synonymous with using toxic and harmful chemicals, people are concerned that pest control treatments, especially baits and sprays, can put children and pets in danger if they're exposed to it.

It doesn’t help that some pest control products have a strong unpleasant odour upon application, which can raise concerns over how safe they actually are, especially if the homeowner is asked to leave their home during the application - It smells this bad and I have to leave??? This cannot be safe! Just so you know, this odour dissipates once the product dries 2-3 hours later and leaves a residue that is only unsafe for the pest issue it is designed to address. The reason you were asked to leave during the application is for your own comfort. BTW - a good pest control professional would have taken the time to explain this to you.

If you’re putting off pest control efforts or services because you are concerned about the safety of pest control, first remember that pests can be harmful to your pet, child, and you. Pests like mice, rats and cockroaches can cause health issues and spread diseases. Bed Bugs bite, and feed on human and animal blood. Even more important, solving pest issues often takes time. The longer you allow a pest issue to persist, the bigger it gets. In some cases it also becomes more difficult  to resolve, and takes even more time.

So, is pest control really safe around children and pets?

Yes, if the pest control solution is designed, administered and managed by a professional, licensed pest control company, like Environmental Pest Control:

  1. They are experts on the harbourage areas of rats, mice, bugs and insects.
    • They know where to spray or put traps and bait, which is out of the way where children and pets play or frequent.
    • They know what products to use, how to handle them safety, and how to calculate and administer the right amount for a specific pest issue.
  2. They use products that are approved by Health Canada.
  3. They understand and follow Heath Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency’s (PRMA) regulations for responsible pesticide use.

While we always encourage our customers to pest proof their homes year-round, we do not encourage DIY pest control approaches.

The safest (and most effective) pest control for anyone is ongoing preventative pest-proofing and working with a licensed pest management professional when pest issues arise and persist.

Environmental Pest Control has always been 100% committed to delivering safe and effective pest management solutions. All of the products we use have been approved by Health Canada.

Learn more about our commitment to health & safety and our green pest management system.

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Trevor Dixon
3 weeks ago

I want to thank Sarah! She really did a amazing inspection! I had a issue with mice. Sarah cover the inside and outside taking care of holes/gaps above the front and back doors. attics and garage. And has a very caring attitude towards her clients! I have know about Environmental Pest control for many years as they looked after issues with a school board I worked for.


Margo Dixon
3 months ago

We just had a fall treatment done at our country property. We never hesitate to call this company to protect us from ladybugs, cluster flies and more. You can count on them for punctuality, professionalism and thoroughness. Shout out to Cody who went above and beyond today: on his own accord, he brought our garbage/recycling bins to our garage door from the road and was able to retrieve a helium balloon that had floated up to the top of our cathedral ceiling. We are seniors, so these gestures of kindness were most appreciated. Highly recommend!


Sherrie Lee Hawley
5 months ago

I cannot rate this company high enough. I first talked with Thomas on the phone. He was so polite and patient with this 79 year old lady animal advocate. He talked me through everything and I made my choice of the service I desired. I got an appointment the next day. Craig was right on time and he went through everything again and made sure I understood the whole procedure. I feel I got a very fair price for the work done. Do not hesitate to call Environmental Pest Control if you need help with wasps as I did!


Heather Lundberg
3 months ago

I recently had the bait boxes refilled to avoid having mice move into my house as the weather turns colder. Mike and Jake arrived at the appointed time. Both gentlemen were polite, friendly and very professional. When they left, I contacted Kassandra to arrange payment. She was lovely, pleasant and polite, a pleasure to speak with. I have used the services of this company for years and have always been pleased.