Editing Pest control (section)

====Insulation====
[[Boron]], a known pesticide can be impregnated into the paper fibers of cellulose insulation at certain levels to achieve a mechanical kill factor for self-grooming insects such as ants, cockroaches, termites, and more. The addition of insulation into the attic and walls of a structure can provide control of common pests in addition to known insulation benefits such a robust thermal envelope and acoustic noise-canceling properties. The [[EPA]] regulates this type of general-use pesticide within the United States allowing it to only be sold and installed by licensed pest management professionals as part of an integrated pest management program.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.pctonline.com/article/add-on-services-finding-money-in-the-attic/|publisher=Pest Control Technology, GIA Media |title=Finding Money in the Attic |date=25 May 2017  |access-date=7 June 2017}}</ref> Simply adding Boron or an EPA-registered pesticide to an insulation does not qualify it as a pesticide. The dosage and method must be carefully controlled and monitored.