How to Control Pests Centereach NY

Controlling pests takes a bit of work but it is possible following some of the recommendations from New York City.gov

Local Companies

Suburban Exterminating
(631) 864-6900
879 Jericho Tpke
Smithtown, NY
Snap Trap Exterminating
631-413-9743
PO Box 306
Shirley, NY
Shield Pest Control
(631) 696-1304
2 Cobblestone Ct
Centereach, NY
Allstar Pest Control
(631) 981-5901
2570 Middle Country Rd
Centereach, NY
Allstar Pest Control
(631) 928-4408
2570 Middle Country Rd
Centereach, NY
Orkin Exterminating Co Inc
(716) 874-8101
100 Commerce Dr
Buffalo, NY
Yankee Exterminating & Pest Control Inc
(914) 698-2444
105 Rockland Ave
Mamaroneck, NY
Orkin Exterminating Company Inc
(516) 222-1432
10601 101st Ave
Jamaica, NY
Catch All Pest Control Inc
(914) 966-0991
150 Vineyard Ave
Yonkers, NY
Procheck Inc
(315) 635-9720
8287 Loop Rd
Baldwinsville, NY

Steps

  1. Clean affected areas. Pick up newspapers, magazines, cardboard and bottles.
  2. Store clothing and linens in sealed plastic boxes or bags.
  3. Vacuum the affected areas using a crevice tool. Thoroughly clean using a HEPA filter type vacuum and then dispose of the vacuum cleaner bag in a sealed plastic bag.
  4. Wash and rinse affected areas. Use a soap bucket and a rinse bucket to prevent spreading insect eggs, food, and other wastes.
  5. Clean appliances by unplugging them and sweeping them with a vacuum.
  6. Shut the pests out by sealing affected areas. Use the appropriate sealing materials based on the type of problem. For example caulk areas or seal with weather stripping.
  7. Store foodstuffs in sealed containers.
  8. Place rice and other long-term storage items in the refrigerator.
  9. Store pet food in a clean, sealed garbage can.
  10. Store trash in sealed household trash cans.
  11. Wash dishes, counter tops and tables regularly.
  12. Vacuum up lose food.
  13. Use appropriate insecticides following current safety regulations. Contact a pest control company, if you are unsure of how to do use insecticides, or if you choose to seek professional assistance.
  14. Understand that, sometimes the only effective way, and for long-term management, is to pay for pest control services.

Sources and Citations

  • http://www.nyc.gov/html/doh/downloads/pdf/pest/pest-bro-healthy-home.pdf

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Featured Local Company

Suburban Exterminating

(631) 864-6900
879 Jericho Tpke
Smithtown, NY


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