Exterminator and tanks

[rookie07]

I need an exterminator.
What precautions do I need to take and what info do i need to give to exterminator?

Thank you
The Rook.

 

[MatthewScars]

Wrap the tank up in plastic. Tell the guy not to spray the chemicals directly into the tank.

That's about it.

 

[rookie07]

Wrap the tank up in plastic. Tell the guy not to spray the chemicals directly into the tank.

That's about it.

Tanks have canopies on them, is that good enough? Or do i need to cover the tops also?
I will turn off skimmers for 24 hours as well.

 

[skene]

You may want to cover the tanks at least with a towel(s) to make sure that none of the chemicals go into the water... seal sump area while he is in the vicinity of the tank.

 

[MatthewScars]

Why risk it? It still is in the air with microscopic particals. Im sure you canopy isnt air tight.

Go to home depot and get that Dexter style plastic wrap and completely seal the entire system.

This is definitely the way to go if you NEED to have an Exterm come in and spray.

 

[rookie07]

Thank you guys!

 

[brunoboarder2444]

careful, ive heard horror stories you want to seal it up well enough for no chemicals to get in but not long enough for it to suffocate your fish.......i would maybe keep some poly pads around i know they absorb a lot of toxins but i dont know if they absorb everything and also air out the apartment as best you can immediately after