Times have changed and today pest control is not just about killing pests, it is about staying healthy, disease-free and happy. Some queries and their answers on this subject are featured below:

	I use household insect repellent products and insecticides, then why pest control?
	Will pest control be a messy affair? Do I have to move all household stuff during pest control? Is it safe for children? Do I have to be away from the house for 1-2 days after pest control?
	Will pest control harm my pets?
	My local pest control agency promises herbal treatment using boric powder. Is it safe and effective?
	Will the pest control treatment harm my furniture?

	I always keep my house clean, still cockroaches keep coming back. Why?
	When I shifted into my new flat, there were no cockroaches. But somewhere in between some cockroaches appeared and now the number has so increased that it's beyond our control. What do we do?
	Can cockroaches cause harm to my children?
	I have a small child and want to know the safest way to remove all cockroaches?
	I got gel treatment from a reputed company. But small cockroaches start appearing after 15 days. I don't understand why. Can you explain?
	After the pest control is done, how to keep cockroach infestation at minimum?

	I see mud tubes in my bed room and when we scrape we see white ants running out. Please tell me more about it.
	My carpenter assured me, my new furniture will remain termite-free, should I believe him? What kind of wood is safe from termites?
	I would like to know if teakwood is safe from termites, if not, how to protect it from termites?
	My neighbour has termites and is going to have his house treated. Are the termites going to attack my house next? How safe is my house?
	I stay on the 20th floor; can I still get termites or rats in my house?
	Can I do the termite treatment myself?
	Construction of my house is underway in Ahmedabad. I want to know about anti-termite pre-treatment. I heard about Term-guard where pipelines are laid at the plinth level. I want to know more about this also.
	I am the secretary of my housing society. My building is only 3 years old but has been attacked by termites. The pest controller has given a warranty for 10-year protection. What can I do about this?
	When I open my cupboard I see a white powder, what is it?
	What is to be done regarding the white powder coming out of cupboard?

	I find ants in my home especially in the kitchen. I have used a spray that I buy at the grocery store, but it is only good for about a week. The ants keep coming back. What can I do to keep them out of my home?

	Looks scary. I have heard rats spread disease. Please tell me more.
	What are bed bugs?
	Where do bed bugs occur?
	How do bed bugs enter homes?