Follow the controller’s pest- and product-specific preparation instructions, not a generic cleaning list. Over-cleaning or moving items can remove evidence or spread an infestation.

Before the visit

Record sightings, dates, locations, photos, bites/symptoms separately, travel/deliveries, previous products and household vulnerabilities. Provide access to affected and adjacent areas without dismantling unsafe structures.

Ask whether to clean, vacuum, move furniture, empty cupboards, launder items or leave evidence undisturbed. Keep children and pets away from products/traps as instructed.

During

Confirm identification/uncertainty, method, treated areas, product names, non-chemical controls, preparation, re-entry, ventilation, cleaning, monitoring and next visit. Tell the controller about allergies, pregnancy, respiratory issues or other relevant vulnerability so they can use label/risk procedures; seek medical advice where needed.

After

Follow the written instructions exactly. Do not wash treated surfaces, re-enter early or relocate traps unless told. Record activity without declaring failure before the stated monitoring period.

FAQs

Clean before or after?

Only as directed. Cleaning can help sanitation but can also remove evidence or treatment.

What re-entry instructions?

Written area, time/condition, ventilation, cleaning, pet/child and food-contact instructions based on the product label and assessment.

Suggested component

Use a Treatment Visit Checklist with controller-provided instructions; never generate pesticide re-entry times.

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