The short answer
Yes — when done by a licensed team using registered formulations and proper application protocols. The bigger risk in most homes is the random store-bought spray used without protective gear, ventilation guidance or dosage control.
Sensible precautions on the day of treatment
- Move pet bowls, cages and bedding to one untreated room.
- Cover or remove aquariums (fish are very sensitive to certain formulations).
- Ask children to stay out of treated rooms during application.
- Ventilate the treated rooms for 30–60 minutes before re-entry.
When to be extra cautious
- A family member with respiratory illness — request low-odour, water-based formulations.
- Pregnancy — let the technician know in advance; certain treatments will be re-scheduled.
- Infants under 1 year — ventilate for longer and avoid putting them on the treated floor for 24 hours.
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