When applying pesticides indoors, when is it advisable to treat?

Treating indoors with pesticides after hours or on weekends is advisable primarily to minimize exposure risks to occupants and to allow the pesticide application to be more effective. During regular working hours, there may be more people present in the environment, including employees, customers, or residents, which raises safety concerns regarding inhalation or contact with the pesticide.

By choosing to apply pesticides when the indoor space is unoccupied, such as after hours or on weekends, you ensure that those who might be exposed to the chemicals are not present, thereby reducing the likelihood of adverse health effects. Additionally, applying treatments in a less trafficked environment allows the pesticides ample time to settle and achieve optimal efficacy before people return to the space.

In contrast, timing applications for regular working hours could lead to potential conflicts and health risks. Selecting specific days like Wednesdays or only sunny days does not necessarily address the concern of human exposure effectively. Therefore, applying pesticides when the space is clear of people is the best practice for both safety and efficacy reasons.