Insecticide, then, in case you did not already know, is the process by which we rid our space of unwanted visitors, ie insects. In addition, disinfestation should be done for precautionary reasons, in order to prevent the future entry of insects, which are sources of infection, into our home.

Why is it necessary to disinfect a house?

Let’s start with the basics: Cockroaches live in sewers and accumulated garbage and accumulate, especially in periods of high humidity. Due to the environment in which they feed and grow, they transmit germs but also very serious diseases. Cockroaches and their derivatives, as carriers of these diseases, can cause serious problems in humans, ranging from salmonella and typhoid, to dermatitis or allergic reactions. Cockroaches and their derivatives have also taken on a significant share of responsibility for respiratory problems, especially for vulnerable populations such as children and heart patients. Cockroaches tend to create nests in several places in the house, especially in the bathroom and kitchen. They are also characterized by their rapid multiplication and their extremely high durability. In addition to cockroaches, home disinfection effectively treats all kinds of insects, such as bedbugs or flies, which can be a threat to your health but also to the integrity and cleanliness of your home.

Can anyone do Disinfections?

No. The company that deals with Disinfections is obliged to have a responsible scientist and to have been granted a “Permit for control of insects and rodents in residential areas”. The License is valid for 5 years and can be renewed as long as the conditions under which it was granted remain valid. The responsible scientist can be:

Agronomist
Chemical
Chem. Engineer
Physician
Veterinary
Pharmacist
Techn. Of Agriculture (Plant Production, Floriculture and Greenhouse Crops)
Techn. Supervisor Dim. Health.

The competent authority for the issuance of the permit is the Plant Protection Department of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food. The medicines used must be approved by the Ministry of Agriculture, as well as safe and odorless for young children and pets. At the end of the Insecticide – Rodenticide the workshop is obliged to deliver you a sealed certificate based on a known Health Order.

When and where should a house be disinfected?

Disinfections and disinfestations are wise to be done 2-3 times a year and especially in large buildings, such as apartment buildings. They are also recommended to take place in Spring and Autumn, where the greatest outbreak occurs. In any case, it has been shown that at least once a year is absolutely necessary for the insect population to remain low. Before the specialized workshop visits your place, it would be good to have taken care of two small things, of great importance. First, mop and clean your house well before disinfestation because you will have to wait about a week after applying the medicine to mop again, so that its action is more effective. Secondly, do not forget to open the sewer wells that are the largest hotbed of insects and especially cockroaches. Disinfestation is done both indoors and outdoors and is a fairly simple and fast process that, however, requires the intervention of responsible workshops with special permission. So if you are facing unwanted visitors or you want to avoid them in the future, now is the best time to disinfect your home.