Chemical pest control involves the use of pesticides to kill pests. Physical pest control includes traps and barriers to keep pests away from an area. Chemical pest control uses pesticides to eradicate pests, while physical control effectively manages infestations by keeping pests away from an area.

Most specific insect control methods can be classified into the following major categories: cultural control, host resistance, physical control, mechanical control, biological control, and chemical control.

Pest control is the process of managing and preventing pests, such as insects, rodents, and other animals, from causing damage to crops, buildings, and other areas. There are a variety of pest control methods, including physical methods such as traps and barriers, and chemical methods such as pesticides.