Make sure your boots have enough traction to avoid slipping. Greenix does not require you to shovel snow, but if you choose to shovel snow, be cautious of how you shovel so that you don’t overexert yourself. Acts of ServiceĪs always, perform acts of service during the winter. If there is no snow within the drip line, then apply a perimeter band of time-released, granular pesticide around the foundation. Our granular barrier can only be applied as long as no snow or standing water is present. If there’s snow, then there’s potential for water runoff. If the liquid in your backpack freezes, the backpack will be useless. Spraying in freezing temperatures may apply a thin layer of ice, which can be dangerous for customers. There are inherent dangers to performing this step in the cold: We typically do not use our backpack sprayer in freezing temperatures. You can also take the opportunity to replace glueboards if they have them. If the customer is home, ask them to open their garage so you can de-web in there. Avoid knocking down icicles to prevent injury and property damage. Avoid standing directly beneath icicles and wear safety glasses when in close proximity to them. PLEASE watch out for icicles and snow that may fall and injure you. To start our winter service, you’ll sweep eaves as normal, but be careful of holiday decorations in the eaves or on the ground.
Not all window wells are blocked by grates, and even if they are you should still avoid walking on them in case they aren’t properly maintained.īe sure to always face the direction you are walking while performing any service so as to maximize situational awareness. This is dangerous because window wells may be covered in snow or leaves, leaving the potential for an unfortunate slip or fall to lead to serious injury. Many service professionals walk sideways while performing this step and are less aware of their environment. It’s critical to perform our winter service to ensure there is a ready defense when pests become active in spring.Ĭolder conditions also mean that many pests more actively seek warmth, so we must take every precaution to prevent their entry.Īs you go through each of the 5 steps, it's important to watch out for window wells, particularly while de-webbing. Instead they undergo diapause, which means pausing their growth to survive the winter. Some bugs, like spiders, ants, and queen wasps are overwintering pests, meaning they don’t die in the winter. In reality, the winter months are the best time to prepare for pests coming next season. Many customers might wonder if our service is necessary in the winter.
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