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When you have a pest problem in your home or business, it can be hard knowing what kind of service to use. If you’re thinking about hiring an exterminator or pest control company, it’s important to know the difference between the two. Both services can help get rid of pests in your home or business but there’s some key differences that make each unique and better suited for certain situations.
Pest Control
Pest control is the practice of preventing or getting rid of pests, typically by using pesticides. Their methods can be chemical pesticides, physical traps, or biological predators. The term “pest” refers to any organism that causes damage to crops, livestock, and properties. Pests include insects such as moths, rodents, or organisms that transmit diseases like fleas (which can carry plague bacteria).
A pest control service is a company that offers services to help you eliminate pests from your home or business. These companies will identify what kind of pest problem you have, then recommend the best solution based on their knowledge and experience. They’ll use chemicals and other methods depending on the type of infestation they discover, but they won’t necessarily use harmful chemicals unless there’s no other way to solve your problem without them (like when dealing with termites).
Pest Exterminator
A pest exterminator is a person or company who has been certified by the state to perform pest control. They can be certified in several different ways, depending on what type of work they do and what pests they’re treating. For example:
- An apprentice must complete an apprenticeship program with at least 1,500 hours of on-the-job training and related classroom instruction.
- A journeyman must complete an approved journeyman training course consisting of at least two years (24 months) of full-time study under a licensed master, pass an examination given by the board, have completed two years (24 months) experience as an apprentice, and pass a written examination provided by their employer or sponsor before being issued a certificate as a journeyman.
A pest exterminator’s job is to identify pests and treat them with chemicals or other methods such as traps or vacuums. An exterminator generally has more experience than a technician because they have been doing this type of work for years instead of months or weeks like technicians, and they’ve been trained on how to handle pests effectively without causing harm to anyone around them while performing their jobs.
Why the Difference Matters
Making the best choice means understanding the difference between a pest control company and an exterminator. While both types of companies can help you deal with pests, they use different methods and have different pricing structures.
A pest control company simply specializes in keeping pests out of your home or business. They might spray your home or yard with pesticides, for instance–and some may even use traps that lure insects into poison-filled cups. This kind of approach has its advantages: It’s fast and effective. However, it also carries risks–the chemicals used by these businesses could harm pets or children as well as pollute nearby waterways. In addition to this safety concern comes another issue: cost-effectiveness. If something goes wrong during treatment, you could end up paying twice over.
An exterminator typically provides more extensive services than just pest prevention–they will come to your home or business if there are any signs of infestation and use chemicals or traps to get rid of the problem immediately. These professionals are certified by their state government agencies; however, they tend to cost more than regular pest-control providers because they use stronger chemicals and have more labor costs associated.
So remember, knowing the difference between these options and understanding what kind of issue you’re facing is how you can choose the best pest service for you.
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