Frequently asked questions
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There are a number of ways for example; blocking small holes so rodents cannot enter your home, keeping food in appropriate containers, removing rubbish and clutter from the home.
For a sure way to get rid of birds in your roof – enlist the help of a professional gutter guard installer. We use quality blue-scope gutter guard & ember guard systems that will stop birds from nesting in your roof and gutter.
Pest control prices vary, depending on the size of the home or business and on what pests are causing the problems, so it is best to contact us for pricing.
Scorpion Pest Management services Residential homes in Southern Tasmania and Commercial properties and Gutter guard installations state wide.
All chemicals do carry risk. However we aspire to source chemicals that have the least impact on your family, we do recommend minimizing any exposure to any pesticide you come in contact with, we service child cares, nursing homes and schools with the same product that will be used in your home.
In general, normal pesticide use is considered safe during pregnancy, especially when applied by professionals. For further information please visit the Department of Health page: click here
It is advisable to remove any pets from the area while being treated. Remove feed and water bowls prior to treatment. Birds should be covered, fish inside the home should be covered with cling wrap and a towel and fish in ponds should be covered with a tarp. Reptiles should be removed from the property while the treatment is being carried out.
No, you don’t generally need to leave your home but this is dependent on the type of treatment needed and you would be advised of this at the time of the booking.
You should clean your home prior as you may wash away your treatment otherwise. Especially if you clean your carpets or wash your windows. Try to leave it as long as possible before you clean your home.
Your service may have to be rescheduled if it rains, you will be contacted if this is required. If it is only light rain your treatment may still go ahead.
We suggest where possible to remove any furniture that is up against the wall to allow good coverage around the skirting area.
On average around 1 hour but this is dependent on the size of the home, the treatment required and if there is one or two technicians present.
Drying time depends on the day- between 1-3 hours. This will depend on the weather conditions (sunny, windy, overcast etc)
We treat the inside and outside of the home, under the sub-floor area if there is access, in the roof space, carports, garages, letterbox, metre box and the clothesline (as long as there is no washing on it)
We recommend an annual treatment however in some cases you may need a treatment earlier depending on the degree of infestation and the rainfall.
No, the products we use are water based and will not cause damage to your home or property.
Following your treatment, the next 2 weeks is a flushing period and you may find more insects turning up in strange places - this is normal, don’t worry as they will die when they cross the barrier.
Yes, we treat these as we would treat the internal of a home or business.
After your carpets have been cleaned or if you have no carpet once you have washed all flooring, End of lease treatments should be done at the last stage before returning your keys to your agent or landlord.
You are welcome to pay by cash, cheque or Zip-pay and we also have eftpos facilities.
