


BARRIER PEST CONTROL FREE
The most effective way to make a building pest free using physical barriers is to seal off any nooks and crannies through which pests may be able to gain access. Protecting plants in your yard can sometimes cause pests to retreat to the nearest structure for shelter. Using the Physical Barrier to Pest-Proof Buildings Copper bands work well to repel snails and slugs, due to the electric current they emit. Sticky barriers, for example, work best for trees while shield barriers work best with food crops. The type of physical barrier that’s most effective usually depends on the type of plant you want to protect and the type of pests you are trying to get rid of. These barriers can be created in several ways, most commonly through sticky, shield, collar, bag, cage or copper obstacles. Ultimately, deciding how and when to implement which barrier techniques is best left to yard-care and pest-control experts.Ī physical barrier is the first option for controlling pests, especially for plant protection and preservation. The physical option is sometimes preferable because insecticides, especially when used improperly, can pose a danger to children and pets. Experts recommend both physical and chemical methods to reduce the presence of pests, depending on each situation. The diverse challenge of Utah pests is best controlled through the use of the barrier technique.
