Friday, November 30, 2012

Do Bug Bombs Work?

Yes and no. Insect foggers or bug bombs as some people call them serve the purpose of releasing a "fog" of contact killing pesticide into the air with the hopes that it will contact bugs in areas that you couldn't get to while just spraying.

Foggers, while initially effective, often times push roaches into deeper hiding where the fog will not reach, causing roaches to re-infest an area a few weeks down the line. They usually won't affect insect eggs either, making the problem tough to get rid of by just using the bug bombs.

Insect foggers are also dangerous is misused. They can be extremely flammable and explosive and if not set off correctly it will combust.

The best way to use a fogger is as a tool in an overall program. Professionals will use a fogger to flush out the roaches and get them running. Before they set the bug bomb off they will put down a residual product around the perimeter and in cracks and crevices. Then the roaches or insect will run across the residual product and die.

One good application for a fogger is if you are dealing with large numbers of flying insects. A good fog can knock that problem down fairly quickly.

101 comments:

Unknown said...

Thanks for sharing this! I was thinking about getting some bug bombs to take care of a pest control problem I have, if they end up not working I will have to hire a pest control in Edmonton to do the job.

EPB Pest Control - Darren said...

I would generally steer clear of any bug bombs and would only use a fogging machine for very specific treatments. As mentioned, these can in fact push the insect into the walls.

Josh said...

I use a company that doesn't use foggers. They actually just do the entrances like doors and windows. fumigation can sometimes be harmful.

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Josh said...

I use a company that doesn't use foggers. They actually just do the entrances like doors and windows. fumigation can sometimes be harmful.

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Josh said...

I use a company that doesn't use foggers. They actually just do the entrances like doors and windows. fumigation can sometimes be harmful.

Unknown said...

This makes pest control a lot easier. Stupid bugs. They need to stay off my property, and make my life a whole lot easier and less irritated.

Anonymous said...

When bug bombs don't work, try the professionals. Pest control is something not to be messed with. The poisons can make you sick if you do it wrong.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for this article. I didn't think bug bombs really worked until a Salt Lake City exterminator proved it to me! My house has been bug free for 2 years now ha.

Anonymous said...

So I have bee traps to control my carpenter bee problem, but I'm not sure if it'll completely take care of the problem. Any other pest control ideas to completely eradicate the problem?

Unknown said...

This is a super interesting blog! I had no clue there was so much to know about pest control and all the different pests you can have troubles with. Can you tell me where I can find more information like this and the variety of type of bugs? Thanks!

Surprise Pest Control said...

We appreciate that you mentioned the possible dangers of using foggers or bug bombs. Especially those who have small children or pets need to take extra precaution that the area that is be fogged are completely sealed off for at least the recommended amount of time described on the fogger. We recommend leaving the house completely for the prescribed amount of time. Here at Surprise Pest Control, we use proper precaution whenever using any type of fogger to take care of customer’s extermination needs.

Unknown said...

I don't know if the work for good. You might have to do it more than once. The pest control near South Florida is what will actually get rid of it forever.

Unknown said...

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Anonymous said...

Thanks for the information. I have tried the "bug bombs" and still had problems. This explains why. I am just going to buckle down and call pest control services to take care of it. I don't want to do something wrong and make my kids sick.

Unknown said...

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Unknown said...

I think that these pest elimination services is the way to go to terminate any pest.

Unknown said...

Do bug bombs also help with rodent control?

Anonymous said...

They can work but its best just to call your local pest control company, cause they are cheap and efficient

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tyleragent said...

Thanks for the post, and I suggest that if you've never used a bug bomb before. Then I suggest that you call pest control so they can properly show you how to use one. Because that's what me and my wife had to do when we had our spider problem.

Hilary Kimbel said...

Thanks so much for posting this really great information! I have been needing to get pest control in calgary for a while now... Hopefully, I'll be able to find exactly what I'm looking for in the future!!!

Unknown said...

The exterminators in Vancouver use them all the time. They say it is one of the better methods.

Frank Malone said...

"Bug bombs" can be useful in situations where it is not easy to reach with a liquid sprayer. For instance to get rid of Cluster Flies in attic spaces in the winter.

Unknown said...

Are bug bombs used very much. I'm wondering if any of the companies that do pest control North Attleboro ma would use bug bombs.

Unknown said...

I've never been a believer in bug bombs. In fact, I agree with the guy who does my pest control in Vancouver, if you think you have to resort to a bug bomb, its more likely that you are too lazy to maintain a bug free environment than that you REALLY need a bug bomb. Obviously, not a rule, but my own thoughts.

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Unknown said...

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sillhouine said...

Thanks for the helpful article! I have a really bad ant problem and i need to find an affordable way to get rid of them! They are increasing in numbers and I cant take it anymore!! Does anyone know of any good home pest control in fort walton beach fl?

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Unknown said...

We have an ant infestation! Seriously! I woke up and I have little red bumps all over! They're horrible! I tried to spray the doorframes but I think we're calling pest control in Houston first thing!

Unknown said...

Thanks for the post! I've been trying to find a place that does pest control in Abbotsford. Any suggestions?

Unknown said...

Thank you for the information about bug bombs. It is really interesting to me, we have used bug bombs a few times and I never realized any of these things. Are you suggesting the best way to use a bug bomb is to have pest control in West Vancouver help me? I never knew!

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Unknown said...

Possibly, however I'd leave it to the home pest control at Fort Walton in Beach, FL. They'd know far more than I would.

Hilary Kimbel said...

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Unknown said...

The pest control in North Vancouver use foggers quite a bit and they seem to do the job!

Unknown said...

From what I have heard bug bombs do work pretty well. That's how I go about pest control in vancouver.

Unknown said...

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Unknown said...

I have never heard of bug bombs before. That is super cool! I try to help with pest control in Arizona. Thanks for the tips and info. Keep it up!

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Unknown said...

In my house we have a major ant infestation and we need to get it taken care of. Do you happen to know of any places that do ant pest control in Utah? Please let me know, thanks.

Unknown said...

In my house we have a major ant infestation and we need to get it taken care of. Do you happen to know of any places that do ant pest control in Utah? Please let me know, thanks.

Unknown said...

I have so many ants in my kitchen! I don't know if that is something I would call pest control in Provo for or not? All I know is I want them gone!

Unknown said...

I appreciate your thoughts and comments! I have used bug bombs before and was not sure if they were working or not, so this was insightful. Have you heard anything about exterminators cincinnati oh? I would appreciate the advice! Thanks.

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Yeah, I say no. They have never worked for me. Just my two cents. Its much better to seek out problem sources. Pest Control Software

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Anonymous said...

I agree. It's good to try your own remedies, but really, it's not good to mess with chemicals you don't know about. Exterminators in Vancouver are not too expensive, so look around your area because you may be surprised.

Unknown said...

I'm thinking of hiring a Long Island exterminating company to get rid of all the bugs in my house. I tried a bug bomb but I guess the one I got wasn't high quality so it didn't work as well.

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Unknown said...

I have had good experiences with bug bombs - just don't be supprised to find half dead bugs crawling out within the next few days. But for the more extensive bug problems I have had to get a company that did home pest control in Fort Walton Beach Fl. I guess it just depends on the types of bugs and the extent.

Unknown said...

I remember my family using bug bombs since I was a little kid. If I am looking for green pest control in Seattle do you think bug bombs would qualify?

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Unknown said...

Thank you so much for posting this. I have been looking for an exterminator in Victoria, BC. Hopefully I will be able to find one now and get rid of these cockroaches.

Unknown said...

Thanks for sharing. My exterminators in Houston, TX wanted to use the bug bomb and I had no idea if it was good or bad.

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Hilary Kimbel said...

Thanks so much for sharing this! I have been trying to find a great pest control in West Vancouver... Would this work there?

Unknown said...

From my experience, they do help with the smaller bugs. Not right away, but expect to have half dead bugs show themselves to you within the next few days. So far, that is one of the best methods of pest control in North Vancouver.

tyleragent said...

Thanks for the post, and I heard that for when it comes to pest management I guess that bug bombs could work you just have to be careful about them.

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Unknown said...

I have been having a hard time deciding whether or not i want to do this pest control myself. I decided that if it's seems to complicated or things like bug bombs dont work i will find help.

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Unknown said...

That is interesting, I wander if the pest management services here in Vancouver do bug bombs. I have a friend who ad them bug bomb his home years ago.

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Unknown said...

This is awesome. Making war with the cock roaches sounds so fun. How fun would it be to be the fog administrator and bug bomb the cock roaches. I am really glad I don't have bugs though.
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Unknown said...

Is it safer and better to just hire a pest control company? I've been having pest problems for a while. I've been thinking of using bug bombs, but I'm not sure if I want to yet. I'll probably start looking into pest control places.
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Unknown said...

This was a great article. My mom and I used bug bombs a lot to clear out houses we were moving into. We usually had to use other methods a couple weeks after we moved in, and now I know why. I will be sure to do it right next time.

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Unknown said...

The first car I ever bought came with a spider infestation. When one fell on my face while driving, I bombed the car. It worked just as well as you said it would. The spiders were gone for a while, but they came back. The fog must have not killed their eggs.

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Unknown said...

We have bed bugs in our home. We have some small children including an eight month old baby. Are pest control bug bombs a safe thing for kids to be around after the treatment has been applied to the home?

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I might be having to use a bug bomb in my home. I have been having spider and ant problems for a while now. I have set out some traps but they only work temporarily. I might even have to get a pest control service in here to take care of it for me. http://www.cairnspest.com.au/pest-control

Unknown said...

Thanks for the advice. There have been way too many bugs is my house lately. They are coming from the craw space. I want to try a bug bomb out but I do not know much about them. I will have to try it out.

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Unknown said...

This is great information, I really appreciate you sharing this. We have been having problems with bed bugs in my home. We have two beds in the home that have become infected with bed bugs. We think that we got it from a vacation we went on. We will probably never know exactly where the bed bugs came from, but we definitely need to have it taken care of. We are going to get all new mattresses and have our house treated for bed bugs.

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Unknown said...

It makes sense to me that bug bombs can be pretty dangerous if not used correctly. If I remember right, one of my neighbors is dealing with a pretty serious bug problem in their home, and they're considering bug bombing it. I'm sure they'll end up calling someone in to take care of it for them. Hopefully it works out for them and they won't have to deal with so many bugs in their home.
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Unknown said...

That is a good thing to know that do it yourself bug bomb or foggers do not always work. It is better to get professional pest control services to take care of things than try and do it yourself. That is because sometimes the pests hide deeper where the fog cannot reach. That is why it is better to go with a professional company instead.
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