Every pest control company differs with regards to the specific types of pest they treat. While most cover fleas, ants, centipedes, cockroaches, mice, ants and rats; not all pest control companies cover termites, bed bugs and mosquitos. At GIPS, we recommend confirming with your provider at their initial visit or contact which specific pests they protect against.

Most pest control service companies recommend a service plan where they come out on a routine basis to treat the interior and exterior of your home in order to prevent a pest infestation. The cost of a service plan is typically much less than the cost of treatment for re infestation. Homes located in states with temperate year-round climates are often more prone to pests all year long and benefit from regular treatment.

Most pest control services do not require moving furniture prior to treatment, however, they will need access to the exterior walls and corners of your home. Moving home furniture and accessories away from these places will likely result in a more successful pest control product application.

Typically rain during or after treatment does not impact the application or effectiveness of pest control services because exterior walls are most often protected by overhangs and not affected by inclement weather.

Pest control pricing varies by region of the country, type of pest, level of infestation and if you want one-time or ongoing treatment. When seeking a pest control service be sure to ask about the pricing and other benefits of pest control service plans which often include a guarantee against re -infestation.

Some pest control companies pride themselves on eliminating or minimizing the use of harmful pesticides while also focusing on integrated pest management techniques that use environmentally responsible or Reduced Risk pest control products. Many of these companies concentrate their efforts on a homes exterior and only do interior treatment with these products when absolutely necessary.