I
have children around the house. Do I have
to take any precautions?
Naturally, we'd like you to keep your
children out of the rooms and area where
our Service Technician is working. And,
if we apply any liquid sprays, you should
keep them away from treated areas until
dry.
What
about our dog and cat?
The same precautions that apply to children
should be taken. However, if you have birds,
tropical fish, or other exotic pets, let
your Service Technician know in case other
special precautions are necessary.
Is
pest control a problem for our plants?
No. Our inspections and treatments will
not harm plants. Plants, however, can be
the source of pest problems. Especially
when they are brought inside or have been
imported from a warmer climate.
Do
you have to treat every room?
No, that is what IPM is all about, and Viking's
philosophy is one of prudence. Sometimes
it makes sense to treat only the outside
or to treat limited areas inside the home.
It really depends on a variety of factors:
what kind of pest, the type of structure
and so on. Our licensed Service Technician
will only treat when all safety requirements
have been met.
What
is IPM?
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a decision
- making process that anticipates and prevents
pest activity and infestation by combining
several strategies to achieve long-term
solutions. Components of an IPM program
may include education, proper waste management,
structural repair, maintenance, biological
and mechanical control techniques and pesticide
application.
Do
I need to be concerned about food stored
in the kitchen?
Not during regular service visits, we simply
ask that you keep food covered and put away.
However, special preparation may be needed
if infestation from food-infesting insects
occurs. Our trained Viking staff will let
you know in advance if this is necessary.
Are
there any odors to worry about?
Not usually. Most of the material we use
are odorless and have no noxious fumes.
However, some do have a slight odor, similar
to common household cleaners, and it dissipates
quickly. If you are sensitive to odors,
let us know and we can alter treatment.
How
often does Viking visit?
Four seasonally timed treatments are
done, once every three month. This lets
us keep ahead of the changes in your home's
environment and outdoor weather factors
and helps prevent the pests that tend to
accompany those changes.
What
if I see a bug again?
No problem. Just call your local Viking
office and we'll be right out. NO CHARGE,
of course, for covered pests.
What
pests are covered under this plan?
The most common pests that bother homeowners
are covered. We have included a wide range
of insects that Viking has found from experience
to be the most troublesome to our clients.
It should be noted that wood destroying
insects are not covered. See below for actual
contract description or feel free to ask
us.
Will
I have to do anything else?
No. Just sign up for Viking's Home Protection
Plan and we will do the rest. We will notify
you prior to each service by mail, keep
all the records, and send the best trained
Service Technicians in the industry. Of
course there are lots of things you can
do to help "pest proof" your home to insure
maximum effectiveness, like cleaning up
food spills right away and closing up places
where pests can get in. Your Viking Service
Technician has plenty of other helpful tips
that can help keep your home pest free.
Just ask
Results
Guaranteed!
If additional treatment is necessary during
you service period, Viking will promptly
render our service at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE
to you for covered pests. |
