Ongoing Home Protection Programs
In pest control, the saying "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" is especially true. Pest Control Northwest works with our customers to create Home Protection Programs that provide cost-effective ways of preventing problems before they start.
We develop a customer-driven in-depth program that provides pest control, exclusion, remediation and maintenance elements. Our programs can include some or all of the following:
- Initial inspection of attic and crawl space for any pest evidence, contamination or structural damage;
- Initial inspection to locate any existing rodent accesses;
- Annual inspection of attic and crawl spaces;
- Inspect for -- and implement if needed -- insect protection measures for under sinks, inside kitchen pantry and garbage containers;
- Install moth monitoring traps;
- Sanitize all drains to prevent odor issues from starting;
- Install exterior perimeter pest treatment barrier;
- Install rodent traps and bait (if appropriate) around the property;
- Check for outside soil and wood contact;
- Check for any pruning necessary to maintain proper house clearance;
- Change furnace filters two times per year or as required;
- Drain water heater two times per year to inspect for rust damage and extend the life of the heater;
- Test hot water tank temperature and pressure valve;
- Clean shower heads with white vinegar to remove mineral deposits once a year;
- Check and replace batteries in smoke alarms and CO2 alarms two times per year or as required;
- Change ceiling fan rotation direction two times per year;
- Perform refrigerator coil dust cleaning and washing of drip pan and drain line, saving energy and extending the life of the refrigerator;
- Replacing the refrigerator water filter as required;
- Cleaning the range hood fan filter, fan blades and housing;
- Inspect any sump pumps on the property, ensuring optimal operation;
- Check fire extinguishers for date certifications;
- Clean debris from outside heat pump or air conditioner;
- Exercise all circuit breakers to check for any potential electrical problems;
- Test all GFI Recepticles two times per year;
- Clean dryer duct of lint (and inside of dryer) if required, to reduce a significant fire hazard and reduce drying time;
- Clean clothes washer water inlet screen;
- Detach outside hoses in October/November to prevent water supply pipes from freezing and bursting;
- Check garage door safety reverse operation;
- Clean dishwasher strainer and spray arm;
- ... in addition to a multitude of other customer-unique requested services
Want to learn more about how Trey can help you prevent problems with pests?