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Pet and kid friendly pest control means using the least product needed to solve the problem, in the right place, with clear instructions for your family. At Q and L Pest Management we use reduced-risk products, reviewed before use, focus our treatments on the exterior, treat indoors only when it’s needed, and explain any precautions before we start.
Q and L Pest Management is a family-owned company, and our founder named the business after his children. We treat every home the way we’d want ours treated, with kids, dogs and cats in mind.
What “pet and kid friendly” means at Q and L
- Inspect first. We find the cause before we treat, so we don’t apply products where they aren’t needed.
- Exterior-focused. Most pests start outside. Treating the perimeter reduces how often we need to treat inside.
- Interior only when needed. When we do treat inside, we use targeted methods like baits in cracks and crevices instead of broad sprays.
- Reduced-risk products, reviewed before use. We choose products for the pest and the setting, and apply every product according to its label and Florida regulations.
- Precautions explained. Your technician will tell you how long to keep kids and pets away from a treated area and anything else you should know.
- Written service report. You’ll know what was applied and where after every visit.
Want help with this at your property?
Call our office, book a complimentary inspection online, or request a call back. Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Simple steps for families
- Tell us about pets, fish tanks, birds, and anyone in the home with allergies or health concerns before the visit.
- Keep pets inside or away from the area during treatment and until it’s dry.
- Pick up toys, pet bowls and bedding from areas being treated.
- Ask questions. We’re happy to explain any product we use.
Services available with a family-first approach
- Ant control, including fire ants in the yard
- Cockroach and palmetto bug control
- Rodent and roof rat control
- Mosquito control
- Termite control
- Lawn and ornamental pest control and fertilization
Pets bring their own pests, too. See our guide on what to do if your pet has fleas.
Serving Palm Beach and Broward Counties
We serve homes, businesses and communities from Jupiter to Fort Lauderdale, from our base in Lantana. Local pages: Lantana, Lake Worth Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Riviera Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Greenacres, North Palm Beach, Tequesta, Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale. See all 49 service areas.
Pet and kid friendly pest control FAQ
Is pest control safe for my dog or cat?
We don’t make blanket safety promises, because it depends on the product, the pet and how it’s applied. What we do is use reduced-risk products, reviewed before use, apply them according to the label, and explain the precautions for your pets before we start.
Do I need to leave the house during treatment?
For most routine exterior and targeted interior treatments, no. Your technician will tell you if any area should be avoided and for how long.
Can you treat the yard where my kids play?
Yes. We’ll talk about how you use the yard, treat around play areas thoughtfully and tell you when it’s OK to use the area again.
What should I do to prepare?
Pick up toys and pet bowls, keep pets inside during the visit and tell us about any special concerns. That’s usually it.
Book a complimentary inspection
We’ll share what we find and recommend a plan. Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Prefer an online estimate? We can do your estimate by phone, by text or from photos you send us.
Q and L Pest Management LLC · FDACS Pest Control Business License #JB333443 · Inspect first. Treat smart.