Déreptilisation

Reptile control in Tunisia: an essential service that is still too rare

Reptile control covers all the operations designed to drive away and control unwanted reptiles and arachnids: snakes, scorpions and lizards. It is a service still rarely offered by pest control companies, even though demand is strong, particularly in the centre and south of the country: Kairouan, Gabès, Médenine, Djerba, but also in the peri-urban areas of Tunis, Sfax and Sousse. MHS Hygiène 3D provides you with trained technicians and approved products to secure your home, business or industrial site for the long term anywhere in Tunisia.

The danger posed by scorpions and snakes

Scorpions and certain snakes pose a genuine health risk, especially during the hot season, when they leave their shelters in search of coolness and prey. The danger is greater for children, the elderly and pets, for whom a sting or a bite can have serious consequences.

• Scorpions take refuge under stones, in wall cracks, woodpiles and dark, damp nooks.
• Snakes seek out gardens, outbuildings and cluttered surroundings where they can find rodents to hunt.
• Lizards, which are less dangerous, often signal the presence of insects and can proliferate inside buildings.

For professionals — restaurants, hotels, clinics and food-processing industries — the presence of pests also jeopardises compliance with hygiene requirements and HACCP plans.

What to do if you find a reptile or a scorpion?

When faced with a snake or a scorpion, caution comes first. Always follow the right course of action:

• Never handle the animal and do not try to kill it yourself: most accidents happen during careless handling.
• Immediately move children and pets away from the area concerned.
• Keep the animal at a distance and, if possible, monitor its position from a safe distance without losing sight of it.
• Contact our team promptly for a safe intervention.

First aid in the event of a sting or a bite: it is important to see a doctor or go to the emergency room without delay. Keep the person calm, immobilise the affected limb, and do not make any incision or attempt suction. Only a healthcare professional can assess the severity and administer the appropriate treatment.

Our reptile control intervention

Our technicians work to a comprehensive protocol, designed to tackle the problem at its source and prevent it from recurring:

• Safe capture and removal of the snakes and scorpions present, carried out with the appropriate equipment.
• Residual spraying of the surroundings, walls, cracks and entry points with approved products, in order to create a long-lasting effect.
• Removal of harbourages (piles of stones, rubble, wood, debris) that serve as shelter for reptiles.
• Elimination of prey, in particular the rodents that attract snakes; we combine rodent control and reptile control when necessary.
• Installation of a preventive barrier around the perimeter to be protected.

MHS Hygiène 3D is a company approved and licensed by the Tunisian Ministry of Public Health. We use exclusively approved products and offer a results guarantee: if necessary, a second visit is carried out free of charge.

Prevention around the home

Good prevention greatly reduces the risk of pests returning. We advise you to:

• Clear the garden and its surroundings of woodpiles, stones and rubble.
• Regularly mow tall grass and trim vegetation growing against the walls.
• Seal cracks, holes and gaps in walls, thresholds and around pipework.
• Remove food sources for rodents (waste, food scraps, poorly sealed storage).
• Keep a clean, clear perimeter around commercial premises subject to hygiene standards.

Emergency service 7 days a week throughout Tunisia

The presence of a snake or a scorpion cannot wait. Our teams provide an emergency service 7 days a week, for private individuals and professionals alike — hotels, restaurants, clinics, schools and industry. Whether you are in Kairouan, Gabès, Médenine, Djerba, Tunis, Sfax or Sousse, we come out quickly to assess the situation and secure the premises.

Have you noticed the presence of snakes or scorpions, or do you wish to protect your home or your establishment as a preventive measure? Contact MHS Hygiène 3D today for a free quote and an intervention tailored to your situation, anywhere in Tunisia.