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Accurate Pest Control’s Coronavirus Protection Protocols

Archives for May 2020

Accurate Pest Control’s Coronavirus Protection Protocols

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The new strain of Coronavirus called COVID-19 is spreading rapidly all over the world and is causing lockdowns. This virus is not as deadly as other outbreaks, but it is highly contagious. At Accurate Pest Control, we want everyone to be aware and have a practical approach to this concern without letting people go into a panic mode.

We will adopt certain protocols to help manage these circumstances for our clients, employees, and their families. Protect yourself and others from the spread of COVID-19 by taking some simple precautions which can reduce your chances of being infected. Currently, there are no vaccines available for COVID-19. The best and most effective way to protect yourself and the spread of this virus is by maintaining social distancing and hygiene.

Some procedures can diminish the spread of the virus with other cold and flu viruses, which we aim to execute for the safety and protection of both our clients and our employees.

  1. All employees of our business are instructed to inform the supervisor in case anyone falls sick. Those employees having potential Coronavirus symptoms will be instructed to have no contact with the clients/ public and will be asked to stay home.
  2. Regular use of alcohol-based sanitizers mostly for hands and other surfaces has been strictly followed by all employees. Office cell phones, tablets, the steering wheel of the car, and other equipment used by field technicians are cleaned with adequate disinfectant sprays & wipes.
  3. Disposable gloves and face masks are used regularly by field technicians when working. Gloves should be worn for contact with door rails and other surfaces. Incase bare hands make contact with surfaces:
  4. Do not touch face, nose, mouth, and eyes
  5. Quickly use sanitizing wipes or alcohol-based hand rub to clean hands.
  6. In addition, we consider asking the clients of indoor services whether anyone in their household or recent visitor was/is unwell. Our employees on meeting clients may avoid handshakes, which is not normally a good social etiquette. If obligatory, we will flag the protocol to carry out official procedures/formalities and payments remotely through online mode.

Accurate Pest Control is among one of the best pest control companies in San Antonio who visit homes with all necessary precautions such as wearing masks & gloves, sanitizing hands regularly, and maintaining distance. Also, we earnestly request all our customers and employees to follow the above protocols. These have been set in place to protect each other and our communities.

If you or your family members are experiencing any of the above symptoms and their conditions are worsening, please call the nearest health care department for further assistance.

Spider bites – how dangerous are they?

Spider Bites : How dangerous are they?

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What do you know about spider bites? At Accurate Pest Control, we prefer answering this with another question. What should you know about spider bites? Firstly most spiders do not have mouthparts that are strong enough to puncture the human skin. Out of the 40,000 different spider species found around the world, only a dozen can harm humans. The ones that are a potential harm to us are unlikely to bite unless their lives are in danger.

It is not possible to identify a spider bite. This is because common spider bites look just like other insect bites. It may be visible as a small, red, itchy spot on your skin. In a matter of days, it will be gone. The pain is usually no more than a bee sting and lasts for an hour or more. Most of the spiders found in the US and San Antonio are harmless. Having said that, the Black Widow spider bites and Brown Recluse spider bites are dangerous and could cause life-threatening situations to humans and animals alike. Bites of the Brown Recluse and Black Widow spiders require immediate medical attention.

THE BLACK WIDOW: The name itself sends bone-chilling shivers through your spine. The black Widow is one of the most hazardous spiders to human beings. The bite is painful and excruciating, causing chest and abdominal pain. The symptoms of envenomation are headaches, anxiety, numbness, muscle cramps, body pain, salivation, excessive sweating, and light sensitivity. A combination of most of these symptoms is known as Latrodectism. This is an illness caused by Black Widow and other related spider venom bites.

THE BROWN RECLUSE: This is the other spider found in San Antonio that can cause potential danger to humans. Currently, there is a high chance that you are living side-to-side with many of these spiders. The chances double if you live in the Midwest. You should not worry much because the chances you being bitten by one are very rare. Even though the chances of being bitten are rare, these spiders are very dangerous. No deaths have been recorded from Brown Recluse bites in the USA. A Brown Recluse bite leaves the area around the bite deep blue or purple. Also, the pattern resembles a bull’s eye with a white inner wing and a large red outer ring. Sometimes blisters or ulcers develop, which turn black. People also develop body aches, rashes, fever, nausea, and vomiting. After healing, the bite of a Brown Recluse bite leaves a life long small scar on the skin.

The venom is necrotic (flesh-eating) at the bite area; this occurs only 1/10th of the time. If bitten, you should first try to identify the spider, and if possible, capture it.  You should wash the bite area with soap thoroughly to avoid infection. Apply an ice pack to the affected area to prevent swelling. This will help the medical staff and doctors determine the exact treatment quickly.

Have you frequently spotted spiders inside and around your house? At Accurate Pest Control, we provide a wide range of pest and spider control services in San Antonio. Call us today to discuss the best remedy to prevent such dangerous spiders or any other pests from wreaking havoc in your lives and homes.

Humans born with a natural fear of spiders

Humans fear spiders

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Are we born with a natural fear of spiders? Spiders provoke fear and revulsion in both adults and infants. But what is it about spiders and their eight legs, fat and fury, thin dark needle-like bodies, that inflicts a fear for them within us? Researchers from Germany and Sweden decided to find out by testing a specific segment of our population least likely to show fear: babies.

They started by analyzing a group of 48, six-month-old infants, and recorded their reactions to images. The infants while seated in the comfort of their parents, were shown images of spiders and snake for five seconds each. The parents were not allowed to see the images. This was done so that they did not influence the reactions of their infants. The scientists recorded different kinds of data, especially pupil dilation, because dilated pupils are associated with brain neural activity, which processes stress.

The results astonished everyone. When the babies saw images of spiders, they reacted with larger pupils than when other controlled images of fish and flowers were shown. Another contradictory study shows people aren’t born afraid of spiders. Instead, it is learned during infancy. It is said that natural selection may have played its part in favoring people who stayed away from these creatures. Therefore, several studies show that both humans and apes learn to fear evolutionarily threatening things than non-threatening things. It is said that spiders presented a great danger to humans during the early stages of our evolution. This fear of spiders has now become a part of our DNA.

The fear of spiders is termed as arachnophobia. Spiders tick all the boxes, like any other phobia. As time passes it builds up in our minds and we become so fearful of them that even seeing a picture of spiders will send chills down our spines. Spiders are found everywhere in America and some are a cause of concern for homeowners with small children and pets. The most common spiders found in San Antonio are Brown recluse, Black Widow, House spider, and Wolf Spider. You should avoid contact with Brown recluses and Black widow spiders.

The identification of spiders is a hard task. We at Accurate Pest Control in San Antonio recommend not trying to remove spiders unless you are 100% sure they are non-venomous. Here are some of the easiest ways to prevent spiders from entering your home:

•    Make sure all gaps and crevices in the walls and foundations are filled.

•    Make sure windows are not open and window screens are not torn.

•    Keep the yard and garden clean.

•    Get rid of debris on the exterior of the house or property.

•    Keep the garage clean and also perform thorough cleaning and vacuuming of the interiors of your home.

Our survival instinct has evolved since ancient times and this is what makes us fear and feel disgusted when we encounter these critters. Most of us hate these creepy eight-legged creatures. So, let our Pest Control professionals in San Antonio, Texas take care of your spider control problems. Call us today for more information and quotations for all your pest control problems.

How to keep your pets safe from fleas during COVID-19?

keep pets safe from fleas

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One of the most horrifying experiences any pet owner in San Antonio can have is when their pets have a flea infestation. If you have pets then you are probably going to experience these problems. Fleas are pests that wreak havoc in a household. Understanding how to deal with this pest and prevent its reoccurrence on your pets is the key to keeping your pet and everyone in your home happy. Accurate Pest Control believes there are several safe, effective products and ways that can help keep fleas out of your home in San Antonio and even exterminate them if they are already there.

1. Detection & removal:

These tiny, nasty critters feed on your pet’s blood, causing a multitude of undesirable side effects or diseases such as skin irritations, anemia, tapeworm or Lyme disease, and many more. Early detection of a flea infestation is very important. Take a look beneath the fur, the skin of your pet is usually white so ticks and fleas are very easy to spot;also your pet will love the extra attention you give to them. Comb your pet’s fur over a light color sheet if you notice any black specks, they are usually fleas.

2. Cleansing your home:

Fleas lay eggs that are bound to hatch even after you have cleaned your home thoroughly. Their life span is approximately 3-4 weeks, and getting rid of them completely can be a real problem. Remember to disinfect all the tools and towels used after bathing and grooming your pet. Keep in mind to include all the pets toys, beds, blankets, etc. This is a long and tedious process but works well for most pet owners. Consider doing a scrupulous vacuum cleaning and repeat the same for a couple of weeks. If you run out of time and prefer to not get your hands dirty, there are commercial products available like, sprays, powders, etc which kill the eggs and fleas. It is best to purchase non-toxic products that go easy on your pets without making them feel uncomfortable due to certain chemicals. Make sure to always read the instructions label before applying.

3. Visit a veterinary practitioner:

A vet will recommend various types of medications.

•          Tropical gels or liquids to be applied to the skin of your pet

•          Oral treatment such as pills or syrups for your pets

•          Flea collars

These will often keep the pets free from these harmful hitchhikers but for a limited time. And the vet will always suggest you hire a professional pest control company to exterminate the fleas which are in your home or garden area.

4. Trimming your garden

Our pets love to play and wander off into the corners of the yard or garden or corner of the street. We usually forget that pests such as fleas which latch on to our innocent pets are brought into our homes on returning. Keeping your lawn cut short and maintained will prevent a tick from breeding and hiding on your pet.

The most common mistake made by pet owners is to avoid getting professional help. Flea treatment for your pets and your home are equally important. It is said by researchers that for every one flea you detect and kill there are 100 more ready to jump back into your pet’s fur. We at Accurate Pest Control care for your pets and their well-being. We have a wide range of bed bug exterminators/pest control solutions for your home in San Antonio. Feel free to call us today if you are experiencing a flea infestation or need any assistance regarding other pest control services.

Is termite protection worth paying for?

Terimite extermination san antonio

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We often receive information on what are termites? Ways to prevent them and keep them at bay? The information unavailable to us is, whether termite protection is necessary for us, and if yes, is it worth paying for!

Accurate Pest Control has compiled a set of self-assessment questions which if answered yes, indicate that you need termite control service and it is worth every penny.

  1. Does the law of the state in which you live make it mandatory to have some kind of termite protection for your home or property?
  2. Are you afraid that you have a termite problem and it’s ruining your precious property?
  3. Have you noticed termite activity or do your neighbors have a termite problem?
  4. Do you live in San Antonio, Texas?

If anyone of the above questions is answered with a yes, then you should contact a pest control service right away.

Did you know that the city of San Antonio ranks no. 2 among cities that have the most termite infestation problems?

Most of the cities in Texas rank among the top 10 with termite infestation problems. The department of agriculture has estimated nearly 600,000 homes are infested with termites. It is also clear that termites love living in San Antonio for the same reason we do, it is neither too hot nor too cold. It is also known that the underground wood resources in San Antonio, Texas are just about adequate for termites to thrive and multiply in. The above reasons are yet not enough for many people who question if it is worth paying for termite protection services.

In a survey, it is estimated that every year around 5 billion US dollars worth of private and commercial property is destroyed by termites infestations. The average cost of repairing damage caused by termite infestation is around $3000. Homeowner’s insurance policies rarely include any cover for damages caused by termite infestations. Therefore, it is very important to employ the services of a professional pest control company to exterminate termites before they cause damage to your property. The high costs of repairs and the potential cost of completely losing the property is reason enough to invest in termite protection.

Pests bring along with them all sorts of diseases, like the recent coronavirus or COVID-19 which scientists suspect was transferred to humans indirectly via bats. Termites, on the other hand, do not carry any harmful life-threatening diseases, but they are known to amplify the symptoms of asthma and allergies. Hiring a licensed termite inspection company such as Accurate Pest Control in San Antonio, who specializes in safe and effective removal of all kinds of pests, will ensure this doesn’t happen in the first place.

So, is termite protection worth paying for? For most homeowners in San Antonio, the answer is always emphatic, yes! If you want to protect your precious home from termites or any other pests call us for a free quote and a pest-free tomorrow!