How Do I Prepare for Pest Control Treatment?

If you’ve scheduled a pest control treatment, you’re already one step closer to reclaiming your home from unwanted invaders. Whether it's ants, cockroaches, termites, or rodents, professional pest control can solve the problem efficiently. But to ensure the treatment works effectively, how you prepare your home beforehand makes a big difference . In this blog, we’ll walk you through the essential steps to prepare for a pest control treatment —so you, your family, and your home stay safe while maximizing the results. 1. Know What Type of Treatment You’re Getting First, speak with your pest control provider to find out the type of treatment they’ll use. Different treatments require different preparations: Spray treatments usually require access to baseboards, cracks, and entry points. Fumigation may mean leaving your home for 24–72 hours. Gel baiting often requires minimal prep but no cleaning of the treated surfaces afterward. Rodent treatments may include trap ...