Another advantage to indoor growing is being able to control all aspects of the growing environment. This includes pests, funguses and diseases. "By controlling every aspect of the grow, you are basically God," said Mike Blasetti of Pacifica Hydroponics, "You control bugs, air, water and the total environment. Soil holds nutrients and is basically alive. It is hard to completely flush and start fresh with soil. Hydroponic systems are much easier to do this.