There is a large market for people who have the “do it yourself” mindset. You may be one of them, however, there are likely some DIY projects you aren’t willing to do. You probably know people who are afraid of heights, some people who won’t go near anything with electricity, some have no green thumb for landscaping, and a lot of people get the creeps from scorpions and other insects. These are all undertakings that are best left to the professionals. So when it comes to scorpion control, and pest control methods in general, what are the advantages and disadvantages of do it yourself pest control compared to Power Strike’s guaranteed pest control service?

Do it yourself pest control methods:

Advantages

Financial & Time/Convenience

  • Store bought chemicals are usually cheap
  • You can go out and purchase the pesticide and treat your home on your time

Expertise & Hazard

  • All instructions and information can be found on the label of any pesticides you purchase
  • Hazard information and more can be found online as well

Effectiveness & Guarantee

  • For the occasional spider, mouse, fly, etc. store-bought pest extermination products are great and can often be effective
  • Following the tips in this guide will help improve effectiveness

Disadvantages

Financial & Time/Convenience

  • Store bought insecticides can be ineffective (especially against scorpions) and can actually worsen your pest control problem, increasing expenses
  • Lose a chunk of your day
  • Sweat it out in the extreme Arizona heat
  • If incorrectly treated, certain pest problems (such as termites) can result in thousands of dollars in property damage
  • If you don’t treat your home on a regular schedule your pest problem will worsen. Controlling a pest infestation doesn’t happen overnight, it takes some time, and it is essential you use the right pest control products in a timely manner to succeed
  • Life is often unpredictable and doing your own pest control can easily lose priority, resulting in growth of pest control problems

Expertise & Hazard

  • Instructions must be carried out exactly as listed on the package – all chemicals are risky, and carelessness or lack of knowledge about any products you use could potentially harm you, your family, your pets, and your plants
  • Failure to knowledgeably apply pesticides will reduce effectiveness and can be hazardous

Effectiveness & Guarantee

  • For serious infestations or when your home is invaded by scorpions, store-bought insecticide products are unreliable and unlikely to remove the problem
  • Ineffective measures can frustratingly facilitate the growth of insect populationsIf you do your pest control yourself, there is never a guarantee

 

Power Strike Pest Control

Advantages

Financial & Time/Convenience

  • Power Strike offers regular discounts and promotions, and although the initial investment is greater than DIY, constantly buying pesticides in store can add up and break your budget quick. Power Strike often ends up being the more affordable choice
  • Power Strike works with you to schedule the best service time for your convenience, and our honest and reliable technicians can even provide a full exterior treatment when you’re too busy to be around
  • We come back regularly to reinforce the pest prevention barrier around your home and monitor for new pest activity, so you can feel at ease
  • Our highly trained technicians are adept at identifying pest infestations and can warn you ahead of time if your home is invaded by any pests that can potentially cause structural damage, thus saving you headaches and money
  • You get to relax while we do the work

Expertise & Hazard

  • The scorpion specialists at Power Strike are highly effective at getting rid of scorpions
  • The expertly trained technicians at Power Strike have both the knowledge and experience to identify your unique pest situation, and develop an effective treatment plan specific to your home
  • We are able to provide you with consultation and answer any pest control questions you have
  • Any kind of chemicals can carry a risk, and applying chemicals you are not knowledgeable about can potentially cause harm to people, pets, or plants in your home. But safety is our top priority, and instead of you just reading the label on a bottle of chemical, our qualifications and expertise will create a safer, healthier environment for you and your family

Effectiveness & Guarantee

  • Power Strike’s trained pest control specialists understand exactly how & where to treat
  • Starting a service agreement with Power Strike means we will proactively treat your property periodically throughout the year to nurture a pest-free environment
  • Hiring the licensed professionals at Power Strike to expunge pest infestations will quickly and effectively protect your home
  • Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed
  • If pest problems persist between services, call us anytime and we’ll come back and treat the problem free of charge
  • Peace of mind

Disadvantages

Financial & Time/Convenience

  • Slightly higher initial investment compared to doing it yourself (Call now and mention this guide for a discounted initial service: 480-392-3909)

Expertise & Hazard

  • None – when you hire Power Strike, the risk is removed from you

Effectiveness & Guarantee

  • No disadvantages! You can safely invest in Power Strike’s guaranteed pest control service and be confident you will be satisfied