Pest Control Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do my own pest control?
In many cases, yes, but only if you are willing to invest the time, effort and expense necessary to gather needed information and do what’s necessary to solve your pest problems. Anybody can spray pesticides, but proper pest control often involves much more. Pest control of some pests, such as bees and wasps, may be too dangerous for you to risk doing yourself. Other pests, such as borers, require specialized knowledge and equipment, and are best left to professionals.
If I am pregnant will I have to leave the house when you do the pest treatment?
Paramount Pest Control Auckland utilize pest control solutions which are not harmful to mammals. In many cases the use of airborne chemicals are not required. In these instances there is no need to quarantine the area treated, however in cases where these solutions are utilized, then the immediate area and vicinity needs to be quarantined during and 2.5 hours following application completion. In the case of pregnant woman, Paramount Pest Control Auckland recommends a period of quarantine of minimum four hours following the application. When the treatment is dry and the area ventilated the area is absolutely safe.
Do you provide free quotes?
 Yes, quotes for all out pest control services are free.
Do you work at evenings and weekends?
Yes, we schedule appointments at your convenience.
Do I have to sign a agreement?
Contracts are not required with our casual services, however in commercial instances to insure we are on the same page, we may send you a written quotation, these require your written approval prior to us commencing services.
How many treatments will it take before I’m cockroach free?
Professional solutions can remain active up to three months or more and provide continuous control with excellent results that will in most cases be effective on the initial treatment. Some commercial situations and a few other cases may benefit from a regular service schedule with inspection intervals from 6 weekly to quarterly. Most domestic clients will require an annual service.
What is the average cost of a visit?
It may seem easy to provide a treatment plan, a list of the pesticides to be used, and an estimate on the time it will take to solve a specific pest problem. However, there are many factors that make this very difficult to do from a distance. It is difficult to determine the size or extent of an infestation without an inspection. The inspection also provides information on any special equipment that will be needed as well as any special concerns that must be addressed.

Please Contact Us for an inspection, to provide the most current information on general treatment prices and the insecticides currently being used.

Awards

Paramount Services has won both the Franchise Accountants Best Business Services Franchise System and Franchisee Awards at the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards 2011/2012.

Latest news

Do I need a licence to do my own pest control at my home or office?

Some years ago a new law called the Hazardous substances and new organisms act was passed in New Zealand.

How does that affect they way you handle pesticides? Read more here