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Pest Control Services
Pest Control and Types
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1. Common Types of Pest Control Services
Professional companies often categorise their services based on the specific pest and the environment (residential or commercial).
- Termite Control: Involves soil treatments, trenching, and injecting chemicals like Fipronil into foundations to protect structural integrity.
- Rodent Control: Uses a combination of trapping, bait stations, and “exclusion”—sealing entry points like cracks and vents to keep rats and mice out.
- Bed Bug Eradication: Often requires high-intensity treatments such as thermal (heat) treatment, steam, or specialized chemical sprays to kill eggs and adults.
- Mosquito & Flying Insect Control: Focused on “source reduction” (treating stagnant water with larvicides) and fogging or residual spraying in resting areas like bushes.
- General Fumigation: A broad-spectrum gas-based treatment used for severe infestations in enclosed spaces like warehouses or entire homes.
- Specialised Removals: Includes the safe removal of larger pests like snakes, bats, and pigeons, which may require licensed professionals for humane handling.
2. Types of Pest Control Methods
Professionals choose a method based on the severity of the problem and environmental safety.
- Chemical Control: The most common method, using synthetic pesticides (insecticides, rodenticides, etc.) for rapid results.
- Physical/Mechanical Control: Non-chemical techniques like setting traps, installing physical barriers (screens/fencing), or using temperature extremes (heat/cold).
- Biological Control: Introducing natural predators (like ladybugs for aphids) or pathogens to manage pest populations without chemicals.
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A sustainable approach that combines multiple methods—starting with sanitation and physical barriers—and only using chemicals as a last resort.
3. Estimated Service Costs
Pricing varies by the type of pest and property size. Below are typical ranges from providers like Bestcare Facilities Management and
| Service Type | Estimated Cost (KES) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cockroach Control | 2,500 – 12,000 | Varies by number of rooms |
| Bed Bug Treatment | 4,000 – 15,000 | Per room or apartment size |
| Rodent Control | 3,000 – 15,000 | Includes baiting and sealing |
| Termite Treatment | 10,000 – 50,000 | Per structure or sq. metre |
| Mosquito Fogging | 3,000 – 10,000 | For residential compounds |
