Frequently Asked Questions

IPest provides a 30-day free re-service warranty on all Single Service packages and a 365-day warranty on AMC plans. If pests return within the warranty period, we send a technician at no extra cost — no questions asked.

Yes. You can choose your service, select your property size, pick a preferred date and time slot, and complete your booking entirely online at ipest.in. No phone call needed. You pay only after the service is done — Cash on Delivery.

IPest uses only WHO-approved, eco-safe chemicals certified safe for homes with children, elderly residents, and pets. Our gel-baiting technique is odourless and requires no vacating of the premises. An eco-friendly treatment option is available — just mention it at the time of booking.

Our phone and WhatsApp number are listed in the header on every page at ipest.in. We offer same-day slots when available. You can also submit the "Book Free Inspection" form on our homepage and a team member will reach out within the hour during business hours.

IPest specialises in cockroach control using gel baiting, crack & crevice spray, and drain treatment. Our Standard and 6D Prime AMC packages are designed for severe and recurring infestations. Visit the Cockroach Control page on ipest.in to see pricing and book a slot.

IPest offers both pre-construction and post-construction termite barrier treatments. The post-construction package includes chemical soil treatment around the foundation, wall drilling and injection, and a long-term warranty. Recommended for older properties and buildings near green areas.

IPest pricing starts from ₹799 for a 1 BHK cockroach treatment. A 2–3 BHK single service falls in the ₹999–₹1,499 range. AMC plans with 3 visits over a year start from ₹2,499 for a 1 BHK. A platform fee of ₹99 applies per booking. All prices are shown upfront — no hidden charges.

IPest offers flexible time slots from 8 AM to 6 PM including early morning and evening windows. For after-hours emergencies, WhatsApp us directly and we will do our best to arrange a same-day or next-morning appointment.

IPest is a licensed termite treatment provider in Bangalore operating since 2013. We handle both subterranean and drywood termite infestations using WHO-approved termiticides, baiting systems, and physical barriers. Our AMC plan includes periodic inspections to catch infestations early.

IPest has served Bangalore homes and offices since 2013 with licensed, trained technicians. We cover 100+ areas including Indiranagar, Koramangala, Whitefield, Jayanagar, HSR Layout, and Bannerghatta Road. Book online at ipest.in or call us for a free inspection.

Our AMC plan is the best option for ongoing protection. The 6D Prime AMC covers cockroaches and ants across 3 visits over 12 months with a 365-day warranty. For a fully custom monthly schedule, contact us via WhatsApp and we will design a plan for your property.

Yes. All IPest treatments use eco-safe, WHO-approved formulations that are non-toxic once dry. Our gel-baiting method is entirely odourless and requires no evacuation. If you have specific sensitivities or allergies, let us know while booking and our technician will use the lowest-chemical approach available.

IPest offers dedicated bedbug treatment using heat treatment combined with chemical spray, targeting mattresses, bed frames, sofas, and wall crevices. Our Annual Protection Plan provides 3 visits over 12 months to ensure complete elimination and prevent re-infestation.

IPest offers fast rodent control with same-day slots when available. Treatment includes snap traps, glue boards, and tamper-resistant bait stations at entry points and rodent runways. We also provide rodent-proofing advice to prevent future infestations.

IPest provides commercial pest control for offices, warehouses, restaurants, hospitals, and retail outlets in Bangalore. Commercial AMC plans include scheduled inspections, compliance documentation, and dedicated account management. Contact us via ipest.in for a custom quote.

Yes — IPest offers same-day slots when availability permits. Book online at ipest.in, select today's date and preferred time, and we confirm via WhatsApp. For urgent requests, calling or messaging us directly is the fastest way to secure a same-day slot.

IPest offers mosquito control for homes, apartments, and gated communities. Treatment includes anti-larval spray for drains and water bodies, residual spray on walls and vegetation, and outdoor fogging. Especially recommended before and during the monsoon season.

Book at ipest.in in under 2 minutes — select your service, choose your BHK size, pick a date and time slot, enter your address, and confirm. Our licensed technician arrives on schedule, completes the inspection and treatment, and you pay only after the work is done.

Integrated Pest Management is a science-based approach that combines inspection, sanitation, exclusion (sealing entry points), and targeted chemical treatment only where necessary, rather than relying solely on blanket spraying, resulting in more effective and longer-lasting pest control.

This depends on the pest and chemical used, but most residual treatments need 21-30 days to show full effect before a follow-up is assessed. Treating too frequently can be unnecessary and costly, while waiting too long risks the pest re-establishing.

For most general pest treatments (cockroaches, ants), you don't need to vacate; just avoid the treated area for a few hours. For fumigation-based treatment or severe infestations, vacating for several hours to a full day may be advised for safety.

This is often called the "flushing effect" — disturbed pests become more active and visible for a few days as they try to escape the treated area before dying, which can look like a worsening problem but is actually a normal sign the treatment is working.

Pest control typically refers to reactive treatment to eliminate an existing infestation, while pest management is an ongoing, preventive approach (like AMC plans) that combines regular inspection, monitoring, and treatment to prevent infestations before they start.

Fumigation uses a gas that penetrates deep into structures, furniture, and stored goods to kill pests at all life stages (including eggs), requiring the space to be sealed and vacated (not recommended for residential premises), whereas spraying and fogging target surface-level and airborne pests with liquid or mist formulations. Gelling targets spots and lasts long.

Natural remedies like neem oil, boric acid, and essential oils can help repel or reduce mild pest activity as a preventive measure, but they're generally not strong or long-lasting enough to eliminate an established infestation compared to professional-grade treatments.

Some individuals with asthma or chemical sensitivities may react to strong-odour pesticides, which is why ventilating the treated area and asking for low-odour or no-odour options is recommended for sensitive households, including those with elderly residents.

Yes, as long as food was properly covered or removed during treatment and cabinets were wiped down (if spray was used near storage areas) before restocking. Gel-based treatments generally don't require removing stored food at all.

Modern gel baits and low-odour formulations used by iPest have minimal to no smell, unlike older-generation sprays. Any residual odour from spray treatments typically fades within 24-48 hours with proper ventilation.

It's best to wait at least 24 hours before wiping down treated surfaces, since cleaning too soon removes the residual chemical barrier that continues working on pests for days or weeks after application.

DIY sprays can offer temporary relief for minor, visible infestations but generally lack the concentration, application technique, and access to professional-grade products needed to reach hidden nests, colonies, or termite barriers, which is why persistent or severe infestations need professional treatment.

If an infestation persists after 2-3 DIY attempts, involves termites or bed bugs (both notoriously hard to fully eliminate without professional-grade treatment from iPest), or affects a large area of the home, it's time to bring in iPest-licensed pest control expert in Bangalore.

Increased humidity and stagnant water during monsoon create ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, drive termites to expand colonies in moist soil, and push cockroaches and rodents out of flooded drains and burrows into homes seeking dry shelter.

Leaving food out overnight, not sealing garbage properly, allowing water to stagnate in trays or containers, cluttered storage areas that provide hiding spots, and unsealed cracks around doors and windows are among the most common pest-attracting habits.

Every 4 months, preventive treatment is generally recommended for most homes, though this can be adjusted to every 6 months for lower-risk homes or increased to monthly for high-risk properties like ground-floor flats near drains or food establishments.

Yes, exclusion (sealing entry points around pipes, windows, doors, and foundation cracks) is one of the most effective long-term pest prevention strategies, since it physically blocks the primary entry routes pests use, reducing reliance on repeated chemical treatment.

No — while cleanliness reduces food and water sources that attract pests like cockroaches and ants, structural pests like termites and wood borers, and travel-borne pests like bed bugs, can affect even the cleanest homes, since they aren't attracted to dirt.