Frequently Asked Questions

The PestXpert range has been specifically designed for use around homes, where there will be children and pets present. The products are safe to use around children and pets when used in accordance with the label.

• Keep children and pets clear of area during application
• Do not let children and pets re-enter treatment areas until the treatment is dry
• Products should be kept out of the reach of children and pets

As an extra safety precaution, PestXpert aerosols have a safety catch. 

For more information check out our blog, Safe Pesticide Use for Pet Owners.

Fish are very sensitive to most insecticides on the market and PestXpert is no exception. When every you use a insecticide

Do not pour any waste product into the drains or waterways

Cover fish tanks and ponds

Avoid spraying or treating areas need streams, lakes or other water bodies

As with many insecticide products the PestXpert labels state that you should avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid breathing in the spray and make sure you wash hands after use. Even if you are very careful, you never know when you may get an accidental spill or if a gust of wind blows product towards you. The best way to avoid accidental contact is to wear appropriate safety clothing. PestXpert recommends wearing overalls (you can wash or dispose of), impervious gloves and shoes, googles, mask and hat (you can wash) – just like a professional.

PestXpert Pro-fogger is a total release aerosol which means all the product (and the gas) is released in one go. The propellent used in foggers is a hydrocarbon and when it is released in one go, the high concentration in the air represents a flammability / explosion risk. For this reason, lights, all electrical goods, naked flames (candles and pilot lights) should be turned off / put out.

PestXpert product cannot be used on any animals

PestXpert products can be used in and around buildings where animals are kept, BUT

• Animals should be out of the buildings during treatment and kept out until product is dry
• PestXpert must not applied in any place near feed / feeding places

Livestock should not be grazed on areas treated with PestXpert products.

Some PestXpert products can be used on plants (see individual product labels) for control of mosquitoes. However, they must not be used on crops, food trees, vegetables or parts of plants that are to be eaten.

For spray products adults, children and pets should be kept out out treatment areas during application and until the treatment is dry.

Rooms treated with Pro-Fogger for at least 2 hours and then re-entry is allowed after the room has been aired.