During a pandemic, do I have to leave the house during the decontamination work?

The COVID-19 Pandemic has changed the way many services are delivered, extermination services included. But generally speaking, the team at Extermination Leblanc have not had to adjust how we conduct our extermination and decontamination services very much because we were always very careful about the health and safety of homeowners and their pets during our treatments. There are, however, a few things to know about what to expect when our technician arrives on-site for extermination or decontamination work. 

We deliver full pest management services during the pandemic 

Exterminators are an essential service and the pandemic has not stopped us from being able to do our jobs. Keeping your home safe and free of unwanted animals and pests is perhaps even more important than usual during the pandemic considering how much time you and your family are spending at home. 

Pest problems rarely remedy themselves. If you have any concerns about animals, insects or other pests on your property, don’t put off the call for help. Extermination Leblanc serves the Montreal, Granby, Estrie and Monteregie region to help you deal with: 

  • Ants 
  • Beatles 
  • Bedbugs 
  • Butterflies/Moths 
  • Cockroaches 
  • Flies 
  • Ladybugs 
  • Mice 
  • Spiders 
  • Wasps 
  • Raccoons 
  • Rats 
  • Skunks 
  • Spiders 
  • Wasps 

Because let’s face it, pests will make themselves at home, pandemic or not. 

We continue to wear PPE to protect ourselves and our clients 

The team at Extermination Leblanc have always prided themselves in taking extra measures to protect our clients and staff. Masks, gloves, shoe covers, contactless/online quotes and communicating clearly about safe positioning during treatment have always been part of our excellent service.  

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we limit our technicians to one per-site whenever possible, and our teams are taking all precautions to stay at a minimum 2m distance for any in-person dealings during on-site visits/ We are grateful to our clients for helping us to keep our team safe when we are providing extermination service on your property. 

Staying indoors depends on the treatment 

Depending on the type of pests and the chemicals and procedures used in the extermination process, you may or may not be able to remain indoors during the extermination visit. The fact that we’re operating during the pandemic does not change this policy. 

Our team will give you clear instructions which are specific to your situation. For example, we will communicate about: 

  • What to do before the extermination such as covering furniture, protecting food, etc. 
  • When it is safe to enter your home after the treatment, if you had to leave at all. 
  • How long to wait before cleaning your home after the extermination treatment. 
  • Special instructions for the safety of pets and children, if applicable. 

A pest free home is essential. Call in the pros today! 

If you are concerned that you have an infestation of insects, or critters that have decided to take up residence on your property, you are entitled to call in professional exterminators. We are able to operate while respecting all public health recommendations and safety measures.  

Extermination Leblanc offers pest management services in Montreal, Granby, Estrie and Monteregie. Give us a call or reach out for a free online quote. We’re here to help, even during a pandemic!