Occasional rain showers cause the soil surrounding your home to become moist, creating the perfect environment for pests to thrive. Although there are numerous options to eradicate these infestations, some solutions have a negative impact on the environment and cause other issues. Here’s why organic pest control is a viable alternative to using chemicals to get rid of pests.

3 Benefits of Organic Pest Control

1. Environment-Friendly

Commercial pest control products may contain chemicals that break down into metabolites, which become toxic when released into the environment. These chemicals may enter and contaminate nearby bodies of water, endangering aquatic life. Pesticides, like pyrethroids, also negatively affect bees and birds, reducing their population. On the other hand, organic products use natural plant-based oils that are safer for the environment.

2. Safe for Kids & Pets

Some chemical pesticides in the U.S. contain dichloropropene, a toxic fumigant that has carcinogenic effects on animals and humans. These toxins end up in the air you breathe and the soil your pets and children play on, increasing their exposure. Organic pest control offers an effective solution that’s safe to use. They rely on essential oils as active ingredients, which are less harmful to the skin and lungs.

3. Long-Term & Effective Results

Synthetic pesticides often require reapplication after a certain period, elongating your exposure to their toxins. The pest population may also evolve and develop a resistance to the chemicals, rendering the product ineffective. Alternatively, organic products are created naturally, making pests unlikely to adapt to the formula. They produce the same results but with long-term effects.

If you have an infestation and want to opt for safe, organic pest control, contact the team at Dick's Fumigation Services in Wailuku, HI. This company has over 65 years of experience and will effectively eradicate rodents, ants, fleas, and ticks. View their services online, or call (808) 244-7496 to schedule an appointment.