FAQ

All chemicals used are not harmful to you or any infants. We do also service childcare centers and hospitals with the same chemicals.

It is advisable to remove the animal or animals from the area during treatment.

Dogs and cats we recommend removing any food or water bowls before the service and then replacing the bowls after the service is completed and any products used have dried. If there is a treatment to be carried out to the exterior of the home, the ideal would be if the animal can be moved to a neighbour or friends property whilst the treatment is being carried out, if that is not possible then place the animal in the garage or laundry whilst the exterior is being treated. The animal can be returned outside once the products used have dried (3-4 hours dependent upon weather conditions).

Birds in small or mobile cages should be moved away from the area being treated (inside if possible) and covered if still on the property. Large aviaries need to be covered with tarps or similar whilst the treatment is being carried out.

Fish inside the premises should have the top of the tank covered in glad wrap and a towel or similar and the filter turned off. Fishponds around the premises must have a tarp or similar covering them.

Reptiles are very susceptible to many pesticides and can be particularly susceptible to Pyrethrins which are very commonly used for pest management because of their low toxicity to, and persistence in humans. Therefore if there is a need to have pest control carried out it is best to have the reptile moved to another property whilst the treatment is carried out. If you cannot move the reptile to another property consider not having the interior of your home treated or maybe confining the reptile to one room and not treating that room.

Reptiles that are affected by Pyrethrins can be more adversely affected by cold weather, so if you must treat a pest, try to wait until it is warm as the risk of poisoning dramatically reduces.

Other measures to take before a treatment is carried out is to remove food and water bowls and after an internal treatment mop all floors to remove any residue.

No, you do not need to leave your home during the service. The products we use are perfectly safe to use around pregnant women, people with asthma and allergies. For misting however, the home must be vacated for a minimum period of 5 hours. Vacating the premises is necessary because the insecticide formulation is dispersed under pressure into the air inside the home (like what would occur if you dispersed a giant Mortein can). So it stays suspended in the airspace which people breath. The formulations we use for this incorporate chemistries/molecules which break down over the no-entry period. There are no (or very minimal) residues left. This varies a little and depends upon the actual active ingredient in the formulation. Most of the formulations we apply are water based. Some products contain small amounts of solvents or emulsifiers (which are ‘carriers’ of the active ingredients within the formulation).

By all accounts yes. These products are registered for the uses which we deploy them for. However, we are not laboratory chemists or chemical engineers, so this clarification should come from the manufacturers.

The vast majority of gels, sprays and other pest control formulations available to the pest management industry in the present day are researched and manufactured with the health and safety of people, non-target species and the environment as a top priority. The same can be said for the Flick Anticimex Pest Control service methodology.

The modern day pesticide formulations/active ingredients Flick prefer and use, are loosely referred to as ‘new generation’ pesticide products. They are manufactured to break down over time, therefore avoiding any potential to compound and build-up in our diverse array of sensitive eco-systems. We are selective in what we use, how we apply it and where we apply it.

The chemicals will take effect once applied in and around your home. We do however recommend waiting 21 days after the service before reporting any pest sighting so as to allow time for the service to take full effect.

It is recommended to clean your home before the service so as to not wash away any of the chemicals that the technicians have placed around your home and as beneficial preparation which will enhance the results of the treatment.

You should wait approximately 5-7 days before cleaning your home. However, if it is an imperative that you clean within the waiting period, it is recommended to leave an inch around any skirting boards in your home to avoid washing away any chemicals. Exteriors of windows and doors where treated for spiders should be given 1 to 2 weeks before cleaning off the residues.

If there is only slight rain on the day, then the service can be carried out as per normal as the rain will better help the chemicals to soak in the treated areas.

However, if there is a heavy downpour of rain, our technician can firstly service inside your home and return another day to complete the service outside your home. Alternatively, you can call our office to reschedule the service at a later date if the rain is heavy or persistent.

As above, a light rain will not have an effect on the chemicals placed around. Normally, it should not adversely affect the treatment to a great degree. If the treatment was compromised at all, it would be only in the case of heavy or persistent rain and only in the areas away from the buildings where completely exposed to heavy rain.

No, the chemicals will not cause damage to your home or furniture. Carpets are not stained during a standard treatment. In the case of carpet beetle and flea treatments where the entire carpeted areas are treated, the Flick technician would test a small obscure area of carpet if in doubt.

No, there is no need to remove any items from within your cupboards during standard treatments. This maybe required with pantry pest or fabric pest treatments however. There is usually no need to move or re-arrange any furniture.

The duration of the service is dependent on the size of your home and the types of pests that are being treated. Call our office on 0800 710 010 if you would like the estimated length for your particular service.

With your permission, our technician can service all areas of your home. Commonly treated areas are inside and outside of the house. If it is accessible, our technician will also service your roof and underneath your house.

We recommend having an annual Timber Pest Inspection and a General Pest Service annually or bi-annually. However, depending on the type of pest infestation a more frequent service period may be recommended to ensure your home is safe and protected.

Yes, we can organise services on Saturdays if it is more suitable.

For your convenience and security, Flick Pest Control accepts credit or debit card payments only. Thank you for your understanding.

Yes, all our services are accompanied by warranty periods. The warranty time frame will vary depending on the service performed. Please enquire with our staff in regards to these warranties on 0800 710 010.