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Frequently Asked Questions

Q&A

Are the chemicals used to treat my landscape safe? 

The primary chemical compound in our barrier spray is a synthetic derivative of pyrethrum known as a pyrethroid. This compound is meticulously applied to various areas including shrubs, low-lying trees, foundations, and mulch beds. It's important to note that all chemicals utilized in our treatments are approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Permethrin, one of our most extensively employed compounds, falls under this category. Widely utilized in shampoos, outdoor apparel, and pet protection products, permethrin is a synthetic insecticide with a well-established safety record. An exhaustive risk-benefit assessment conducted by the EPA has conclusively demonstrated that the benefits of permethrin significantly outweigh any associated risks.

Will rain impact the effectivness of the treatments? 

Typically, our treatments only need 20-30 mins to dry, Once dry, rain will have a very minimal impact on the effectiveness. However, we do need to visit your property every 14-21 days to maintain adequate control over the mosquito population around your home. Although rain will not wash the treatment away, it will serve at a catalyst for a new batch of mosquito eggs to hatch. 

Do your mosquito control services negatively affect pollinators, such as honeybees and butterflies? 

Certain pesticides can potentially be harmful to pollinators, and for that reason, we do not use those specific products ( usually containing neonicotinoids.) 

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In addition, we take certain precautions such as: 

  • Not spraying within 10ft. of flowering plants or shrubs.

  • Not spraying within 10ft. of plants or shrubs on the verge of flowering.

  • Not spraying within 10ft. of vegetable gardens. 

  • Taking wind speed and direction into consideration during our applications, to avoid impacting any neighboring honeybee populations.  

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