Common Pest Control Misconceptions: Aerosol Bug Sprays and Foggers (Bug Bombs)

Many people keep a can of bug spray under their sink for that time they see the occasional roach or annoying ant trail. But before you pull out the bug spray, here are a few things to think about.

Bug sprays, foggers, and any kind of bug bombs should be used by a professional and as a last resort - if at all. Here are some reasons why.

Foggers and Aerosols Can Be Dangerous

Foggers used improperly can be harmful if inhaled. They require a respirator, which most people don’t have.

If you're using an effective pest control company, they should be able to control and get rid of the pests without the use of blanket foggers and bug spray aerosols.

Bug Sprays And Foggers Can Make The Problem Worse

Bug sprays and foggers can, for example, trigger a roach colony to reproduce at a faster rate. It’s a survival mechanism.

Foggers and sprays can also make a colony retreat deeper into the home or to places a professional would not normally look for them. This makes the colony difficult to find and much more difficult to treat.

Say you spray a few small roaches. Well, the smaller roaches tend to be German Roaches. And if you've ever dealt with German Roaches, you know they can spread fast. When you kill a few with an aerosol bug spray, you may accelerate roach reproduction colony-wide. And worse, you may push them deeper into your home where it may difficult to find once you decide to hire a pest control professional.

Aerosols Can Contaminate Food

Anytime you're using a pesticide in a kitchen and around food or near a water source, it is important that the chemicals are applied by a professional. This is especially important for restaurant pest control.

Most bug sprays don't leave a residual. They kill on contact without addressing the hidden bugs under the sink or behind the drywall.