1. Inspect

Information is the key to success.

Inspection is the cornerstone of Prescription Treatment Pest Management. The reason is simple: when you have good information, you make informed decisions. Information comes in many forms and from many sources:

Inspection is an information gathering and analysis technique that should at minimum answer the questions:

  • Which pest(s) are present?
  • Where are the pests located?
  • How did they enter the structure?
  • What conditions and practices conducive to infestation exist?
  • Are there any conditions that may affect the type of pest management program being prescribed?