As a homeowner in North Mississippi, you probably dislike the idea of pests lurking around your property.
That’s likely why you're considering or have already arranged for pest control services. This is an excellent initial step, as professional pest control can effectively eliminate current infestations and prevent new ones.
It's important not to wait until pests become a serious problem; proactive prevention is key.
If you’ve never hired a pest control service before, you might be unsure about what to expect during the first visit. You might also wonder how to prepare effectively to ensure the technician’s time and expertise are used to their fullest.
That’s why we’re here to ease your worries and show you how to prepare for your first pest control visit.
You might be wondering why it's important to consider an indoor pest control service. Several key factors are vital for the success of a pest control visit, especially the first one.
Here, we’ll highlight the main aspects of that initial visit to help you prepare effectively for it at your North Mississippi home.
Whether you think you have an existing problem or simply want professional pest control to prevent future issues, your first visit will include a comprehensive inspection of your home and property.
What does this inspection entail? At Lawn & Pest Solutions, our technician begins by examining both the interior and exterior of your home, including pantries, closets, under-sink areas, storage spaces, garages, recycling bins, bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms.
What are they looking for? They assess conditions that favor pests and identify potential entry points.
The inspection then moves outside the home. The technician examines windows and doors for pest entry sites, checks if attic and soffit vents have screens, inspects pipes and conduits entering the house to ensure they are well-sealed, looks for standing water around the property, and observes if branches hang over or touch the roof.
These factors can contribute to pest infestations. Additionally, it's a good opportunity to discuss any pest issues you’ve noticed or experienced with your technician, such as noises or droppings, to get more information and address your concerns.
Either way, an expert will thoroughly inspect so nothing is missed. Pest infestation signs can be subtle, so having an eye on your property is essential to ensuring a pest-free home.
After a professional pest control technician thoroughly inspects your home, they implement control measures as needed.
This could involve simple pest-proofing around plumbing or more targeted actions, such as applying bait in areas showing signs of pest activity.
At Lawn & Pest Solutions, our technicians rarely need to spray every room and baseboard in your home.
Outside, they sweep up to 12 feet and apply an insecticide barrier around the foundation to target spiders and create a protective layer that helps prevent pests from entering.
Another value to a professional pest control visit is the peace of mind that comes with knowing you’re in good hands and your property is protected.
Lawn & Pest Solutions' go-to pest control program is Pest 360. This program includes an initial visit in the first month, your first quarterly visit in the following month, and scheduled visits every three months thereafter.
Our pest professionals offer homeowners advice to help them exclude pests, which is as important as anything we can apply, spray, or set traps for. Pests will come in if conducive conditions exist, such as unsealed entry points. We help homeowners prevent this from happening.
This whole process significantly reduces homeowner stress.
The most distinctive aspect of your first pest control visit is the inspection.
This assessment helps your technician develop a tailored program to address current pest issues and prevent future problems.
Initial service costs typically range from $135 to $350, depending on your home's size and specific needs. Following that, simple monthly billing plans usually result in a $50 monthly payment for ongoing services.
This first pest control visit is critical for identifying problems, removing them promptly, and establishing effective prevention measures.
During these initial visits, we tend to find common household pests in homes include ants, spiders, crickets, roaches, silverfish, pantry moths, and mice.
All areas of the home need to be accessible so technicians can move around easily and conduct a thorough inspection during your initial pest control visit.
You don’t have to do deep, extensive cleaning, though, because this can reduce the presence of pest activity.
Your pets or family members can be present during the first visit.
Effective professional pest control relies on a partnership between the customer and their technician.
Technicians are not magicians, so it's important to set reasonable expectations. Pest control is a long-term process. While some relief can be achieved quickly, customers should anticipate improved results and additional benefits as time progresses.
For example, a severe roach infestation did not develop overnight, and its successful elimination will also require time.
Then, Lawn & Pest Solutions technicians are on call for customers should any needs arise. We want to hear from our customers and don't want them resorting to DIY tactics after hiring us. This could work against our efforts.
By calling or texting when they have a need, we can better assess the situation and offer advice and a treatment plan that will produce better results for them.
Now that you understand what your first pest control visit should include and how you can prepare, you’re ready for that technician to show up and deliver.
Signing up for professional pest control services means you’ve embraced a proactive approach to protecting your home from rodents and pests. This is admirable and the best way to enjoy a bug-free home.
Lawn & Pest Solutions offers a signature Pest 360 professional pest control program. This is part of our “assess, then treat” mindset, which our technicians embrace on every service visit. Let us help you banish bugs today.
Noticing any pests in your home? Want to learn more about professional pest control services in Tupelo, Oxford or New Albany, MS? Get started today with a free quote. We’ll review your options together so you can make a great choice. Then you can relax and enjoy your home.