Why are piers significant in pest control around a building?

Piers are significant in pest control around a building primarily because they can create conditions that require careful chemical treatments. When piers are present, they can lead to specific pest vulnerabilities, such as offering spaces that pests may use for nesting or entry points into the structure. This necessitates targeted and careful application of pest control chemicals, particularly in ensuring that the treatments are effective while also safeguarding structural integrity and minimizing environmental impact.

While piers do indeed provide support for the structure and can contribute to stability, the focus of pest control is on managing potential infestations and ensuring that pests do not use these areas as harborage sites. Therefore, understanding how to treat adequately around piers is essential in pest management practices to create an effective barrier against pests.