Pest Control terms, defined
Plain definitions of the pest control words that come up on estimates, inspections and supplier calls, written for pest control companies. Each term says where it matters on the job and links the Koira calculator, cost guide or template that goes with it.
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Pest ControlPerimeter treatmentA perimeter treatment is a band of insecticide applied around the outside of a house's foundation to stop crawling insects before they get in.Pest ControlPesticide labelThe pesticide label is the legal document on the container that sets where, how much and how often a product may be used, and what protection is needed.
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Pest ControlRe-entry intervalThe re-entry interval is how long people and pets should stay out of a treated area after an application, as set on the product label.Shared with CleaningRecurring serviceRecurring service is work done on a regular schedule, weekly, every other week or monthly, at a set price per visit.Pest ControlRestricted use pesticideA restricted use pesticide is one that only certified applicators, or people they supervise, may buy and apply because of its higher risk.Pest ControlRodent bait stationA rodent bait station is a locked, tamper resistant box holding bait or traps, placed along walls where rodents travel.
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Shared with Commercial CleaningSafety data sheetA safety data sheet is the maker's document for a chemical product listing its hazards, safe handling, protective gear and first aid.Shared with Money and paperworkService agreementA service agreement is a contract for recurring work over a set period at a set price, listing the visits, what each covers and how renewal and cancellation work.
More for pest control companies: free pest control tools, templates and guides and how the trade runs on Koira. Or browse the whole glossary.