Poor materials used in the decoration of new houses can easily attract insects into the house. A netizen recently renovated a new house, but found a large number of small insects on the wooden boards, and they would crawl around. Trying to “explode” them with smoke bombs is still difficult to get rid of, and there is no way to do it. Some pest control experts pointed out that this kind of “damp bug” is very common in newly renovated units, and it is extremely dangerous if the furniture is made of plywood or bagasse board.
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A netizen posted on the Facebook group “Hong Kong Pest Control Concern Group”, saying that the new house was being renovated, but a bug about 1 to 2 mm in size was found on the uninstalled wooden board, and it was treated with insecticide smoke bombs. It is a pity Not much effect. The victim did not know the real identity of the insects, and described them as fast-moving but sensitive to light, “I want to turn on the flashlight to shadow the canal, and they will jump away.”
It can be seen from the video that there are several insects walking on the board, the color is gray-brown, the body is quite small, and they will jump away after being illuminated by the light. The owner pointed out that because the insects on the board would jump, he suspected that they were actually fleas, and was worried that it would be difficult to dock the tail during the renovation, which would affect the time of occupancy.
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Expert: common in new home decoration
Insect extermination expert Ren Yongqiang said in an interview with “Sky Post” that it is estimated that the insects in the film are gnats, and their characteristics are similar to those of the mud. They are insects that breed due to moisture. They also eat mold to survive, and are also common in units under renovation. . Ren Yongqiang pointed out that if muddy water works are carried out during renovation, if other materials are laid before the muddy water is completely dry, mold may grow inside, providing a food source and a suitable living environment for rodents.
Plywood, bagasse board high risk
Ren Yongqiang pointed out that the rate of reproduction of rodents is astonishing. Each can produce about 100 eggs at a time, and over a thousand eggs in a year. Usually, within 5 to 7 days after entering the house, the number can increase by 7 to 8 times. They generally follow the wood into the house and grow in the gaps between the boards. They are often found in laminated boards such as plywood and bagasse boards. They have low density and high water absorption, making them suitable for insects to hide and reproduce. Although rodents do not damage the home and are harmless to the human body, many people feel that they are a nuisance to their lives.
He said that the pest control smoke bomb can only kill the insects on the surface of the object, but the gnats will hide in the wooden boards, so it is difficult to eliminate them. He suggested that homeowners try to open a small hole in the wooden board at the source and inject insecticide into it. “The insecticides on the market have a rubber straw that can be sprayed against the hole”, and then spray the insecticide on the wooden board more. Open some holes to vent the moisture, and point it at the dehumidifier for dehumidification. “When the humidity is 60% or below, it is very dry, and it is very difficult for gnats to survive.” However, if there are too many rodents, it will be effective to hire a pest control company to kill the whole house with special potions.
2 ways to prevent
Ren Yongqiang reminded that most of the wooden boards used for decoration are from the mainland, and they may not have been dewormed before they are shipped to Hong Kong. If any abnormality is found, it is also best to spray with insecticide first to kill damp insects such as mud and silverfish, and then install it.
He emphasized that controlling indoor humidity is the key to eliminating rodents, so as to eliminate their food sources. He also reminded that the air conditioner can only be kept at a constant temperature and cannot dehumidify. It is best to use a dehumidifier to remove moisture.
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In addition to gnats, wood borers are also common household pests. Recently, a home owner found 7 small holes in the wooden furniture, and at the same time, wood chips appeared for a long time. He suspected that the home was invaded by wood borers. Although no real insects have been seen, Ren Yongqiang said that the above characteristics are indeed signs of wood-boring insects entering the house. “The wood-boring insects are easy to recognize. The first board has small holes the size of pencil leads, and the second is wood chips nearby.” .
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Wood borers are powder beetles that feed on wood, causing small holes and sawdust in the boards. Ren Yongqiang pointed out that the eggs of wood-boring insects will hide in wood and reproduce. They are also common in plywood, bagasse boards and other boards. The risk of high-density wood such as solid wood is relatively low, and sometimes it will spread from neighbors’ homes. Wood borers are different from gnats in that they are highly resistant to hunger and can survive for half a year without eating or drinking. Although they are harmless to humans, if they are not treated in time, they can seriously damage the wooden furniture of the entire house.
As for the treatment method, it is similar to that of gnats. When many small holes are found on the wooden furniture, insecticidal water can be sprayed directly on the small holes of the wood. Accurate and targeted treatment can effectively eliminate the wood borers in the holes. If there are a lot of small holes in the furniture, it means that the infestation is quite serious. It is recommended to replace it immediately. He also pointed out that buying wooden furniture that has been properly treated against insects is the best way to prevent it.
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2023-08-20 01:07:09
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