Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming many industries, and pest control is no exception. By using AI, experts are finding new, smarter ways to manage pests of all kinds while protecting the environment and saving money. Let’s take a closer look at how this new technology is shaping the future of pest control and why many in the industry are excited to use it.

Safer Chemicals and Methods

One of the biggest ways AI is helping pest control is by creating safer treatments. Some pesticides not only kill pests, but also harm desirable plants and animals. AI is proving helpful to researchers developing chemicals that have fewer side effects for the land, air, and water we all use.

AI is able to analyze huge amounts of data on how chemicals interact with vegetation, animal life, and other compounds. This sophisticated number-crunching capability frees scientists to check out new natural substances that can control pests without causing harm. 

Some of the most exciting advancements have been the discovery of plant-based chemicals (and bacteria) that control pests, but are harmless to people and animals. These developments show a lot of promise as they can do the job and still be eco-friendly.

All this is really important to us at KC Pest Control, because as an environmentally-responsible company, we strive to employ the most earth-friendly solutions available. What’s more, we’re constantly looking for better and safer ways to keep your home and business pest-free. 

Preventing Infestations

The best way to deal with pests is to stop them before they show up. Early detection gives you a big advantage when creating a pest-free habitat. Together with modern sensors and cameras, AI can detect almost imperceptible changes like temperature shifts or slight movements.

Smart sensors can be placed in places where pests are likely to appear, like near food sources or water pipes. When changes are detected, the system can alert your pest control expert to take action. (More on that later!) AI can also track weather patterns, allowing us to determine how climate conditions and seasons affect pest behavior. And it can track results over a long period. This is important because historical data makes it easier to predict when and where pests might show up.

Smarter Ways to Apply Pest Control

AI can also improve the precision of pest control treatment application. Even now there are occasions when pest control requires spraying chemicals over a large area, even if pests aren’t everywhere on the property. This can waste chemicals and introduce potentially harmful substances where they’re not needed.

Development of AI-enabled drones is very exciting, especially for larger operations. Drones can fly over farms or other large properties looking for trouble spots. When a problem is detected they can deliver treatment only where needed. On the ground, AI-powered robots can be used inside buildings to apply pest control measures exactly where required.

Lower Costs

AI can help reduce the cost of pest control in several ways. Targeted pest control is more efficient with less waste, which translates to a lower cost of goods. Early detection and precise treatments reduce the need for expensive, large-scale repairs. AI also can automate some parts of the pest control process, like monitoring and reporting, which can lower labor costs.

KC Pest Control currently has the ability to put a mouse station that records the exact day and time house/rats entered the station into your home or business. We can even see video when a rodent accesses the station! This enables us to quickly determine which areas pests are attacking and concentrate on preventing an infestation there.

Each station is equipped with GPS. This is particularly useful when more than one trap is set at a location. Knowing which stations require fresh bait enables us to focus on the actual need, saving everyone time and money. 

Conclusion

AI is fast becoming a part of our daily lives. The pest control industry is no exception. From creating safer chemicals and preventing infestations to applying treatments more accurately and reducing costs, AI has the potential to introduce revolutionary solutions to pest control problems. 

From adoption of eco-friendly treatments to implementation of new technologies, we’re always surveying developments in the pest control field to make sure you benefit from the best treatments available at a reasonable price. Contact us at (405) 679-8729 to arrange a visit to investigate your pest issue, or to set up preventative treatments.