Prevention and abatement are two separate procedures in pest
control. Prevention is proactive, while
abatement is reactive.
Prevention reduces the risk and mitigates the severity of an
infestation.
Abatement takes care of a problem after it has already
occurred. The sooner abatement takes
place the lesser the severity of the infestation. Often, abatement is followed up by
prevention.
Advancements, paired with the push for integrated pest
management, have opened up many options in regards to prevention. In the past, the major emphasis was on
chemical control. As the concerns over
chemical applications have risen, the need for other solutions became
evident. Although chemicals are still a
great tool they are no longer the only option.
Safer more effective innovations have changed the industry, with new
methods of treatment and products being developed at a rapid pace. Take a look at how technology has changed in
recent times, pest control is no different and is not absent of these
advancements. Research has shown us that
cultural control, physical/mechanical control, biological control, and chemical
control can be used in combination to provide better and safer options. No longer is reaching for that can of raid
the best way, in fact it can often cause difficulty in obtaining satisfactory results.
With the progression of non-toxic
products and a better knowledge of what causes the risks of pest problems, we
have options that have not been available in the past. Prevention for termites, bed bugs, rodents,
wildlife, as well as more common pests like ants, spiders, and roaches are now
available, not to mention preventatives for the trees in your yard and the
plants in your garden.
Most wait until an issue arises before they choose to take
action. Once abatement is necessary, the
options become more and more limited. Often,
harsher chemicals, repairing damage that has occurred, and intrusive procedures
which can disrupt our lives are necessary to regain control. Although we are experts in abatement, we are
proponents of prevention. Why not be
proactive from the start? Doesn’t the
old adage: “an ounce of prevention, is worth a pound of cure” apply here as it
does to nearly every other area of life.
Do we wait for a problem to become so unbearable before calling an
expert, or get their advice before an issue comes about?
Is prevention an option for you? The simple answer is yes. Enough is known about the pests that are prevalent
in our area that preventative measures are highly effective. In addition, an ongoing prevention program
allows for preemptive action against invasive pest infestations and the ever
changing pressure of specific pests. Prevention is the best way to mitigate the high costs of abatement, it also gives you the advantage of staying on top of issues that may be making you vulnerable.
With a passion for pest control, The Green Advantage stays
on top of the latest issues. We are
constantly researching, innovating, and inventing. Whether it be abatement, prevention, or a
combination of the two we are here for you.
With unsurpassed knowledge in this field and a quality you’ve come to
know and trust, it’s no wonder why we are NWI’s most experienced and qualified
pest professionals.
