FAQ
What kind of diseases do pests carry?
Mosquitoes can carry many types of diseases that are caused by bacteria, parasites or viruses. These diseases include:
• Malaria - Malaria is caused by a parasite that is transmitted by an Anopheles mosquito. The parasite grows in your bloodstream and can produce symptoms that develop anywhere from six to eight days to several months after infection.The symptoms include fever, chills, headaches, muscle aches and general malaise (similar to flu symptoms). Malaria is a severe disease that can be fatal, but can be treated with antimalarial drugs and prevented by vaccinations. Malaria is prevalent in tropical or sub-tropical climates.
• Yellow Fever - Yellow fever does not occur in the United States, but is prevalent in Africa and is transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Yellow fever produces symptoms similar to malaria, but also includes nausea, vomiting and jaundice. Like malaria, yellow fever can be fatal. There is no treatment for the disease itself, only the symptoms. Yellow fever can be controlled by vaccination and mosquito control.
• Encephalitis - Encephalitis is caused by viruses that are transmitted by mosquitoes such as the Aedes mosquitoes or Culiseta mosquitoes. The symptoms of encephalitis include high fever, stiff neck, headache, confusion and laziness/sleepiness. There are several types of encephalitis that can be transmitted by mosquitos, including St. Louis, Western equine, Eastern equine, La Crosse and West Nile. West Nile encephalitis is on the rise in the eastern United States, which has raised concerns about mosquito control.
• Dengue Fever - Dengue fever is transmitted by the Asian tiger mosquito, which is native to East Asia and was found in the United States in 1985. It is also transmitted by Aedes aegypti in the tropics. Dengue fever is caused by a virus that produces a range of illnesses, from viral flu to hemorrhagic fever. It is especially dangerous for children.
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Is the misting system safe for children, pets?
Yes it is safe. As a licensed pest control company, we will use the most effective product depending on the customer's needs while keeping your health and safety a priority.
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How long will it take for Bugslayer of St. Marys to install the system?
It takes about one day for Bugslayer of St. Marys to install your system. We will make it as convenient as possible for you.
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How often should the timer be set?
For best results timer should be set once to go off twice a day, at dawn and dusk.
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Is the system easy to use?
Yes. We set the timers and everything is automatic. Plus the system comes with a remote control for unscheduled misting. The system will start and stop with a push of a button on the remote.
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Will Bugslayer provide training to operate system?
Yes. We provide customer training to effectively, efficiently and safely operate your system.
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What insects is pyrethrum effective against?
Mosquitoes, Sand Gnats (No-See-Ums), Flies, Wasps, Bees, Mud Daubers, Roaches, Ants, Spiders, Fleas, Ticks, and Gnats.
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What is the approximate mixture ratio of water/insecticide sprayed by the nozzles?
54 gallons of water to one gallon of formula.
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What maintenance is provided?
Crew will fill tank as needed and fix any problems with equipment.
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What makes this system better than the others?
This is a permanent system that needs almost no maintenance, with the convenience of a remote control timer and is proven more effective than CO2 or Propane.
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What does the Warranty cover?
Bug-Slayer® Mosquito, No-see-um, Insect Automatic Mist Delivery Control System.
This includes reservoir, timer and pump (air-mist system), nozzles and tubing and hardware. Warranty is valid only if all service, maintenance and repair is carried out
by Bug-Slayer. Any damage caused by a third party or property owner, vandalism, abuse, acts of God will be repaired at property owner expense. Any repair or maintenance performed by a third party will void the warranty.
