Frequently Asked Questions

Many of our customers have specific questions about our professional services. Here are just a few of the frequently asked questions we hear at MFSPC.

General Questions

HOW CAN I GET A QUOTE?

Simply select the services you require and fill the online quote form, alternatively you can give us a call at any time.

CAN I GET A SAME-DAY BOOKING?

We can’t guarantee same-day bookings. But, depending on the day, we can often meet this requirement.

WHAT IF I'M NOT HAPPY WITH MY SERVICE?

Please get in touch with us right away and we’ll make arrangements to rectify the situation. We have a satisfaction guarantee that we stand by.

WILL I FEEL SECURE WITH YOUR EMPLOYEES ON MY PREMISES?

Yes. All our employees undergo rigorous background and DBS checks. All key field technicians are Level 2 certified with the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) and have at least 2 years hands-on experience. Our organization has an ingrained safety culture that looks out for the safety and well-being of our clients.

ARE LONG TERM CONTRACTS MANDATORY?

No, absolutely not! Our service agreements are voluntary and determined by the type of service and customer preferences.

 

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Pest Control Questions

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE MFSPC?

We guarantee you, trained and certified staff, effective and update pest control solutions, sustainable eco-friendly practices and years of field experience in pest control. Our full-service outlook brings together training, services and safety, guaranteeing our clients a pleasant customer experience.

HOW FAST CAN I SEE RESULTS AFTER INITIAL TREATMENT?

Results vary with the type, level and intensity of pest infestation; our pest management strategies use a control, secure and prevent approach ensuring rapid and long-lasting results.

WHY SHOULD I CONTINUE HIRING A PEST CONTROL EXPERT WHEN I NO LONGER HAVE PESTS?

Pest infestation varies and, in some cases, is seasonal. The adage “prevention is better than cure” applies very well to pest control – using scheduled prevention and control can save you a lot of money.

In a 2014 study on five developed economies (US, UK, Italy, France and Australia), business losses due to pest control amounted to £11.8 billion.

WHY DO I NEED MORE THAN ONE TREATMENT FOR SOME TYPES OF PESTS?

Different pests have different life cycles and levels of susceptibility. In some instances, we need to eliminate the pests during their dormant cycles to effectively manage them. In some instances, pest control is like routine vehicle maintenance – miss a session and breakdown becomes an imminent threat.

WHY SHOULD I HIRE A PEST MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL?

We have access to specialized equipment for diagnostics and control, in addition to training and expertise. Our exposure to different scenarios and levels of infestation give us practical experience to handle the most stubborn of pest infestations.

ARE THE PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS YOU USE SAFE?

All pesticides are inherently poisonous; our technicians are trained to handle them with respect to human safety and the environment. All materials we use are approved and supplied by leading UK Providers.

DOES THE TREATMENT HAVE AN ODOUR?

No. All our applications are odourless or have low-odour alternatives.

DO YOU USE NON-CHEMICAL METHODS OF PEST CONTROL?

Yes. We use integrated pest management (IPM) solutions that use nonchemical control techniques such as sanitation, harborage reduction, exclusion, sealing, mechanical controls and environmental management.

WHY ARE SOME PESTS SO HARD TO GET RID OF?

Pests are resilient and, in some cases, adaptive. Cockroaches, for instance, can hide in small cracks/crevices, survive on just about anything including glue on paper bags/boxes, and reproduce every 30 days producing between 30-50 newborns per month.

WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN SELECTING A PEST CONTROL PROFESSIONAL?

  1. Ensure they are licensed and qualified pest control practitioners – in the UK, they should be Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) certified.
  2. Look for value, not price. Look for value, not price; a comprehensive solution that will save you damage and prolonged infestation in the future.
  3. Get to the root cause of infestation. A professional firm will provide an in-depth evaluation using comprehensive checklists that get to the root of the matter.
  4. Pest control is an ongoing process. Look for a solution that uses an exterminate, control, and prevent approach to save you unnecessary costs/losses in the future from recurrent pest infestation.

HOW LONG DOES TREATMENT LAST?

Treatment effectiveness varies by type of pest, likelihood of re-infestation and product longevity.

WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PESTS AND ASTHMA IN CHILDREN?

Cockroaches and rodents contain allergens that aggravate existing asthma in children.

IS TREATMENT WITH ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN WITH TRADITIONAL ONES?

A few years ago, when eco-friendly products were introduced, they were more expensive than conventional products. With time, research, development and economies of scale have reduced their prices making them comparable to conventional pest control products.

HOW CAN I DIFFERENTIATE ECO-FRIENDLY AND TRADITIONAL PESTICIDES?

The biggest difference is the origin of the active ingredient.

In the past, pesticides were developed to target the nervous systems of the pests. Unfortunately, those same poisons affected other animals and people, putting pets and homeowners at potential risk.

Modern pesticides target muscle groups, such as the mandible of termites. There is an active ingredient in these new reduced-risk products that is only activated by an enzyme within an insect that people and other mammals don’t have. Where possible, we use only eco-friendly products.

Cleaning Questions

DO YOU PROVIDE THE SUPPLIES?

Cleaning supplies aren’t included by default. However, if you don’t have supplies, we can bring them for an additional charge. Please note: we always use your vacuum and mop/bucket so please be sure to have those items on-hand.This ensures your cleaner uses the products you like and there isn’t any cross-contamination from house to house.

WHAT SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?

We offer a range of services for both domestic and commercial clients, from contract cleaning to one-time cleaning to move-in and move-out cleaning.

HOW MANY CLEANERS DO YOU SEND?

Usually only one cleaner is sent, however, additional cleaners can be sent depending on the job. If you’re on a recurring schedule, we’ll do our best to match you with the same person going forward.

ARE CLEANING COMPANY CLEANERS SCREENED?

Absolutely. The cleaners go through a screening process that includes a police background check, reference checks and in-person interviews. We also require significant experience in professional cleaning to work with us.

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