Rentokil Pest Control offers a wide array of services that target different pest species, and in the Philippine market it is easy to get confuse in the different and specific services of pest control, but knowing the difference is important to be able to make sound judgement on which pest control service or solution is needed to be applied for your specific needs.
Here are the differences between Fogging and Fumigation:
Fogging Key Difference
Can be effectively applied in residential areas for mosquito control
There are (2) Two types of Fogging, equally effective: water-based thermal fogging and diesel-based thermal fogging
Water-based thermal fogging increases safety by utilizing non-flammable or combustible solution
Improves area visibility by maintaining a low smoke environment for safety purposes
Fumigation Key Difference
Commonly use to effectively control pest that attack stored goods and commodities
Used to control stored product insects such as beetles, weevils, mites and moths
The gas called 'fumigants' are highly toxic to living organism including humans
To be carried out by licensed fumigator only and should be applied in air-tight spaces
Commonly used for shipping & cargo, manufacturing, warrehouse, milling, agriculture and industrial businesses
With sufficient concentration and time, it can also eradicate larger pests such as rats