Question 1

What Chemicals do you use?

Accepted Answer

Please see further information at https://www.corepest.com.au/products

Question 2

Do I need to leave my house during a general pest treatment?

Accepted Answer

We recommend strongly that you not be in the property while it is being treated. It is best to be out of the property for at least 2 hours once the treatment is completed. Ideally chemicals should be dry prior to re entry. The weather will dictate exactly how long this takes. If you have no other option but to go inside directly after a treatment please open all windows to allow maximum ventilation, however this is not recommended. Treatment of a standard house takes approximately 1 hour.

Question 3

Are the chemicals used safe for my family, pets & plants?"

Accepted Answer

The chemicals we use are the safest available today. We do however recommend that minimum exposure is achieved by you, your family and your pets.  Pets should be removed from the area being treated (inside while treating outside/outside while treating inside) and fish bowls and ponds must be covered. Once chemicals are dry and the house has been aired they are completely safe. The specific chemical used inside and outside your property is Bifenthrin. Insecticides containing bifenthrin, imidacloprid and malathion are commonly used to control insects without harming plants.

Question 4

I'm pregnant! What are the rules for pest control?

Accepted Answer

In general, normal pesticide use is considered safe during pregnancy. However, caution is advised, especially during the first trimester when the baby's nervous system is developing rapidly. The American Pregnancy Association recommends avoiding pesticide exposure during the third through eighth week of pregnancy. Please inform us of your stage of pregnancy when booking, and refer to the following link for more information: [Pest Control for Expectant Mothers](https://www.pests.org/pest-control-for-expectant-mothers/).

Question 5

Should I clean the house before or after a treatment?

Accepted Answer

For the most effective treatment we recommend cleaning your house thoroughly prior to a treatment. If possible its best to refrain from cleaning for a day or 2 after the treatment. There is no need to wipe bench tops after a general pest treatment. The treatment is aimed at the floor of your property.

Question 6

Should I wipe away spiders webs before my treatment?

Accepted Answer

No. Please leave all webs in place. This will ensure that our treatment is targeted. Allow 7 days after your treatment to get rid of the spiders webs.

Question 7

Do I need to move my furniture?

Accepted Answer

This will depend on what you are having treated. For a general pest treatment it would be most effective if you are able to pull some furniture away from the walls inside your house. However, this is not completely necessary and we certainly do not recommend moving any large or heavy pieces of furniture. For other treatments (bed bugs, fleas etc) please contact us to discuss requirements further.

Question 8

Do I need to cover my pillows / bedding?

Accepted Answer

No. Our general pest treatment is not aimed above your floors on the inside of your house.

Question 9

Can I have my carpets professionally cleaned before or after a treatment?

Accepted Answer

Your carpet must be dry in order for our treatment to be effective therefore we would recommend having your carpets cleaned at least 8 hours prior to treatment. It is best to not have your carpets professionally cleaned after the treatment.

Question 10

What if its raining heavily or windy the day my treatment is booked in?

Accepted Answer

If we experience heavy rain or wind the day of your treatment we will contact you to reschedule. Treatments will not be as effective if raining heavily. Wind can cause hazards such as pesticides blowing away from the property which can be dangerous for surrounding properties.
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Question 11

What can you offer me if I don't want chemicals used in my house or business?

Accepted Answer

Core Pest Solutions can offer an Integrated Pest Management Plan. This is generally a series of recommendations based on an inspection of your property. Unfortunately this may not be as effective as a chemical treatment however we can assist to reduce pests.

Question 12

How do I pay my invoice?

Accepted Answer

Core Pest Solutions will invoice you after the treatment is completed. This will generally be via email.
 
Payments can be made by credit card or PayPal by clicking the 'pay now' button on your invoice. Direct bank transfer can also be made to:
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Core Pest Solutions
BSB: 067105
ACC: 10497332
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Please place your invoice number in the reference field.
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We also accept cash payments however please ensure you have correct change.

Question 13

What areas of Tasmania do Core Pest Solutions Service?

Accepted Answer

Core Pest Solutions service:
HOBART
GLENORCHY
KINGBOROUGH
HUON VALLEY
SORELL
CLARENCE
BRIGHTON
DERWENT VALLEY
CENTRAL HIGHLANDS

Question 14

What areas of my home or business do you treat?

Accepted Answer

We treat the following in a standard general pest treatment:
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Sub Floor
Roof Space
Inside your home or business
Outside your home or business
Letter Box
1 x Garden Shed (3m x 3m)
Garage
2 x Wheelie Bins

Question 15

Do your staff undergo criminal history checks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all staff hold a working with vulnerable people license. In order to obtain this license a criminal history check is carried out

Question 16

How quickly does the treatment work?

Accepted Answer

The effects are instant. As soon as pests make contact with the chemicals they will start to reduce. Most insects don't come out until night time so effects will be more noticeable after a few nights.

Question 17

Will I be finding dead pests around the house after a treatment?

Accepted Answer

In short, yes. However most pests will retreat to their place of shelter to die. This will depend on how many pests you have and how often your property is treated.

Question 18

If I see pests the next day does it mean it didn't work?

Accepted Answer

This does not mean the treatment didn't work. Some pests take longer than others to be affected by pesticide. Pests will continue to be seen however they should be quite drowsy after being in contact with areas that were treated.

Question 19

Which insects does a general pest treatment target?

Accepted Answer

Reduction of Ants
Cockroaches
Spiders
Millipedes
Scorpions
(crawling insects)

Question 20

Will the spray effect my carpet or furniture?

Accepted Answer

We use water based pesticides therefore furniture and carpet will not be effected

Question 21

How long does it last?

Accepted Answer

This depends on the build type of your home and the external environment. Generally a treatment will last anywhere from 3 - 12 months but this will be specified in the CORE PEST PROMISE on your quotation.

Question 22

Can the product get into ducted air conditioning?

Accepted Answer

Air conditioning in your roof space should be sealed therefore our product will not effect this in any way. Internally we only spray down low so there are no dangers of chemicals entering ovens, microwaves etc.

Question 23

What if I have a gas pilot light?

Accepted Answer

General Pest control does not include the use of aerosol inside the home therefore they are completely safe.

Question 24

I have other chemicals stored on the property. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Please inform us if this is the case and we will discuss how these need to be stored.

Question 25

Do your technicians carry Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our technicians are all trained, qualified and licensed to use the required chemicals. This is an industry requirement that is regulated by The Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water & Environment Tasmania.

Question 26

I have severe asthma. How will this effect me?

Accepted Answer

Our recommendation for asthmatics is that you should never be in a property when spraying is taking place. In fact, this is our recommendation even if you do not have asthma. Once the chemicals have dried and the property has been well ventilated it is highly unlikely that you will be effected by the chemicals. If you are concerned please talk to us about Integrated Pest Management (IPM). This is an approach to pest control that focuses on eliminating the root causes of pest problems and using the safest, most effective methods available to get rid of active infestations. IPM prevents pests by using a combination of physical and chemical methods. Because IPM focuses on prevention, it is more effective than a reactive, spray-based approach to pest control, and it REDUCES the need to use pesticides.

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Questions?

What Chemicals do you use?

Do I need to leave my house during a general pest treatment?

Are the chemicals used safe for my family, pets & plants?"

I'm pregnant! What are the rules for pest control?

Should I clean the house before or after a treatment?

Should I wipe away spiders webs before my treatment?

Do I need to move my furniture?

Do I need to cover my pillows / bedding?

Can I have my carpets professionally cleaned before or after a treatment?

What if its raining heavily or windy the day my treatment is booked in?

What can you offer me if I don't want chemicals used in my house or business?

How do I pay my invoice?

What areas of Tasmania do Core Pest Solutions Service?

What areas of my home or business do you treat?

Do your staff undergo criminal history checks?

How quickly does the treatment work?

Will I be finding dead pests around the house after a treatment?

If I see pests the next day does it mean it didn't work?

Which insects does a general pest treatment target?

Will the spray effect my carpet or furniture?

How long does it last?

Can the product get into ducted air conditioning?

What if I have a gas pilot light?

I have other chemicals stored on the property. What should I do?

Do your technicians carry Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used?

I have severe asthma. How will this effect me?

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Questions?

What Chemicals do you use?

Do I need to leave my house during a general pest treatment?

Are the chemicals used safe for my family, pets &amp; plants?"

I'm pregnant! What are the rules for pest control?

Should I clean the house before or after a treatment?

Should I wipe away spiders webs before my treatment?

Do I need to move my furniture?

Do I need to cover my pillows / bedding?

Can I have my carpets professionally cleaned before or after a treatment?

What if its raining heavily or windy the day my treatment is booked in?

What can you offer me if I don't want chemicals used in my house or business?

How do I pay my invoice?

What areas of Tasmania do Core Pest Solutions Service?

What areas of my home or business do you treat?

Do your staff undergo criminal history checks?

How quickly does the treatment work?

Will I be finding dead pests around the house after a treatment?

If I see pests the next day does it mean it didn't work?

Which insects does a general pest treatment target?

Will the spray effect my carpet or furniture?

How long does it last?

Can the product get into ducted air conditioning?

What if I have a gas pilot light?

I have other chemicals stored on the property. What should I do?

Do your technicians carry Safety Data Sheets for all chemicals used?

I have severe asthma. How will this effect me?

Contact Information

Useful Links

Social Media

ABN 18 261 339 472 Commercial License No. 2780

Are the chemicals used safe for my family, pets & plants?"

ABN 18 261 339 472
Commercial License No. 2780