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Last update on February 16, 2025
Senske is proud to serve homeowners, commercial businesses, and public properties in lovely Idaho Falls and its surrounding areas. Our services allow customers to enjoy the beauty of their landscape more. We provide seasonal and year-round landscape maintenance, tree service and preventative weed and disease control, as well as professional pest control services. All of which, give customers greater peace-of-mind knowing their landscape maintenance is taken care of. Earning the trust of our customers is important to us. For more than 75 years, we have done just this and all our lawn care, tree service, and pest control services are backed by the Senske Promise, we will meet your satisfaction, or we will do the job again. Our technicians are state and EPA-certified and experienced in the particular landscape maintenance and shrub and tree care needed in this very special region of ours.
"Salesman promised that I would be contacted within one week. It's been three weeks, and I haven't received a phone call or any communication from the company. Don't trust the salespeople!"
Christopher A on November 2024
Senske is proud to serve homeowners, commercial businesses, and public properties in lovely Idaho Falls and its surrounding areas. Our services allow customers to enjoy the beauty of their landscape more. We provide seasonal and year-round landscape maintenance, tree service and preventative weed and disease control, as well as professional pest control services. All of which, give customers greater peace-of-mind knowing their landscape maintenance is taken care of. Earning the trust of our customers is important to us. For more than 75 years, we have done just this and all our lawn care, tree service, and pest control services are backed by the Senske Promise, we will meet your satisfaction, or we will do the job again. Our technicians are state and EPA-certified and experienced in the particular landscape maintenance and shrub and tree care needed in this very special region of ours.
"Salesman promised that I would be contacted within one week. It's been three weeks, and I haven't received a phone call or any communication from the company. Don't trust the salespeople!"
Christopher A on November 2024
At Weed Man, we pride ourselves on providing quality lawn care services for over 45 years. It is with this devotion to quality and service that we can proudly meet your lawn care needs. We understand the importance of your home and want to reassure you that we will treat your lawn as if it were our own. For over 45 years we have built our reputation on a network of locally owned and operated franchises caring for your lawn and your community. Over the years, the value of a promise has changed. A promise just doesn't seem to mean as much as it used to. Well at Weed Man, it still does. In our minds, a promise has always been just that a promise. It's a promise to treat your lawn as if it were our own and to provide you with honest and open communication. At Weed Man, we live by the power of a promise, and that's a value that will never change!
"Google review summary 4.1 (38) Reviews Allquality 9 priced 8 punctual 6 responsive 6 +5 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Meta Schmitz Local Guide·84 reviews·58 photos just now NEW Critical: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Do not use this company. Apparently they got my signagure at the state fair.... I was not in town the months they supposedly came and did lawn treatments. I had a house sitter and not once did they come to my house. They never left cards on … More Cathy Davis 12 reviews·2 photos 4 months ago I love my service. Mark is so good to explain why my lawn responds to the program. My lawn is looking better every year. Photo 1 in review by Cathy Davis Photo 2 in review by Cathy Davis Jacob Moore Local Guide·43 reviews·6 photos 5 months ago Heath & his team at Weed Man are amazing! They may not be the cheapest lawn care available. However if you want the best then Weed Man is the company for you. Other companies do a weed & feed spray. Weed Man does the granular or small pellets for feed applications & spray for weeds. It’s tailored for the soil in the area also! Schmoff 1 review a year ago Service: Weed control Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Weed man has done an excellent job on keeping my lawn weed free and green! They are always great about telling me when they are coming and if they can't make it because of weather they will let you know. Definitely the best lawn care company I have ever used! Weed Man (Owner) a year ago Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate it. Angie's List [*** Link removed ***] › companylist Weed Man Reviews - Rexburg, ID Weed Man is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5. What days are Weed Man open? Weed Man is open: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 ... 4.5 (11) Weed Man [*** Link removed ***] › revi... Customer Reviews | Weed Man Rexburg, ID THEY KNOW LAWNS! Even the young man in training was extremely knowledgeable about solutions for the concerns I had! They aren't just there for a summer job. Weed Man [*** Link removed ***] Weed Man: Lawn Care Services in Rexburg Weed Man Rexburg's full range of lawn care services will keep your grass lush, green, and healthy. Golf course quality fertilizer and weed ... Why Weed Man? Programs and Services Resources Local Specials Areas Served Facebook [*** Link removed ***] › weedmani... Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID, Rexburg, Idaho. 473 likes · 10 talking about this · 4 were here. Weed Man Rexburg, ID is your trusted local ... Facebook [*** Link removed ***] › ... › Videos By Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID | Facebook 0:08 UPLOADED BY: Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID POSTED: Jun 18, 2019 HomeAdvisor [*** Link removed ***] › rat... Weed Man - Read Reviews | Rexburg, ID 83440 I told him I did not need weed control but only fertilizer. He said that someone else would be out to apply fertilizer. Two days later he came back again when I ... Indeed [*** Link removed ***] › cmp › re... Weed Man Employee Reviews in Rexburg, ID In all reality however, they are far from it. As a salesman you're compensated poorly and unfairly based on the sales you make. You make a base hourly pay and ... 3.6 (1,134) Better Business Bureau [*** Link removed ***] › profile › wee... Weed Man Rexburg | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Landscape Maintenance in Rexburg, ID. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. LawnService.com [*** Link removed ***] › Branch Weed Man Rexburg, ID Lawn Care | (844) 334-0359 Most Recent Reviews ... “Weed spraying They were supposed to call before spraying so I could show them what to spray. They sprayed while I was gone then billed me ... Meta Schmitz Local Guide·84 reviews·58 photos just now NEW Critical: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Do not use this company. Apparently they got my signagure at the state fair.... I was not in town the months they supposedly came and did lawn treatments. I had a house sitter and not once did they come to my house. They never left cards on my door they never left anything in my mailbox. But yet they're charging me for services that were not done. I contacted the company on numerous times trying to speak with the manager however the young girl that continually answers the phone states that he will call me back he is out of town. I have never received a call back and I am now in collections for $215 for services that were never completed received or even signed up for. I'm disgusted with this company. I have no trespassing signs up and I have dogs. When they had the lawyer contact me regarding my claim that they never came to my house he stated that they did I inquired as to why they trespassed in my backyard then he said they didn't they had permission to go back there I said what about my dogs he said you don't have dogs. I think I'm going to know that I have two dogs. They're not very nice when it comes to meeting strangers for the first time so I don't know how these people could have gotten in my backyard to do the services not only that but like I said I have no trespassing signs on my fence but I also keep my fence locked so I'm wondering how did they get back here. When I got home at the end of the summer my yard was full of weeds and it was not luscious and not green and you could definitely tell that nobody had done anything but mow and water. If you want to be scammed by a company like this then go ahead and use them. I don't understand why a company thinks that they can just come out and start throwing chemicals in your yard or at least pretending to in this case. I don't know how a company can say they got in your backyard when you keep your gate locked. I also don't know how a company can say that they completed services that were never completed and that I don't have dogs. I'm actually really disgusted with this company I will be contacting the Better Business Bureau and leaving reviews on Yelp and other services. I will also let every single person that I meet no never to use weed man. I will tell everybody about my experiences and when I'm working at the fair again this year because I work at the fair every year I will make sure to tell every single person that I see come to your booth that they should not use your company and the reasons why you see our boots are basically right across the from one another. Thanks for screwing over another family and I really appreciate you calling me back like you were supposed to. You have the worst customer service ever."
Meta S on April 2023
At Weed Man, we pride ourselves on providing quality lawn care services for over 45 years. It is with this devotion to quality and service that we can proudly meet your lawn care needs. We understand the importance of your home and want to reassure you that we will treat your lawn as if it were our own. For over 45 years we have built our reputation on a network of locally owned and operated franchises caring for your lawn and your community. Over the years, the value of a promise has changed. A promise just doesn't seem to mean as much as it used to. Well at Weed Man, it still does. In our minds, a promise has always been just that a promise. It's a promise to treat your lawn as if it were our own and to provide you with honest and open communication. At Weed Man, we live by the power of a promise, and that's a value that will never change!
"Google review summary 4.1 (38) Reviews Allquality 9 priced 8 punctual 6 responsive 6 +5 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Meta Schmitz Local Guide·84 reviews·58 photos just now NEW Critical: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Do not use this company. Apparently they got my signagure at the state fair.... I was not in town the months they supposedly came and did lawn treatments. I had a house sitter and not once did they come to my house. They never left cards on … More Cathy Davis 12 reviews·2 photos 4 months ago I love my service. Mark is so good to explain why my lawn responds to the program. My lawn is looking better every year. Photo 1 in review by Cathy Davis Photo 2 in review by Cathy Davis Jacob Moore Local Guide·43 reviews·6 photos 5 months ago Heath & his team at Weed Man are amazing! They may not be the cheapest lawn care available. However if you want the best then Weed Man is the company for you. Other companies do a weed & feed spray. Weed Man does the granular or small pellets for feed applications & spray for weeds. It’s tailored for the soil in the area also! Schmoff 1 review a year ago Service: Weed control Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Weed man has done an excellent job on keeping my lawn weed free and green! They are always great about telling me when they are coming and if they can't make it because of weather they will let you know. Definitely the best lawn care company I have ever used! Weed Man (Owner) a year ago Thank you so much for your review! We appreciate it. Angie's List [*** Link removed ***] › companylist Weed Man Reviews - Rexburg, ID Weed Man is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5. What days are Weed Man open? Weed Man is open: Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 ... 4.5 (11) Weed Man [*** Link removed ***] › revi... Customer Reviews | Weed Man Rexburg, ID THEY KNOW LAWNS! Even the young man in training was extremely knowledgeable about solutions for the concerns I had! They aren't just there for a summer job. Weed Man [*** Link removed ***] Weed Man: Lawn Care Services in Rexburg Weed Man Rexburg's full range of lawn care services will keep your grass lush, green, and healthy. Golf course quality fertilizer and weed ... Why Weed Man? Programs and Services Resources Local Specials Areas Served Facebook [*** Link removed ***] › weedmani... Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID, Rexburg, Idaho. 473 likes · 10 talking about this · 4 were here. Weed Man Rexburg, ID is your trusted local ... Facebook [*** Link removed ***] › ... › Videos By Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID | Facebook 0:08 UPLOADED BY: Weed Man Lawn Care Rexburg, ID POSTED: Jun 18, 2019 HomeAdvisor [*** Link removed ***] › rat... Weed Man - Read Reviews | Rexburg, ID 83440 I told him I did not need weed control but only fertilizer. He said that someone else would be out to apply fertilizer. Two days later he came back again when I ... Indeed [*** Link removed ***] › cmp › re... Weed Man Employee Reviews in Rexburg, ID In all reality however, they are far from it. As a salesman you're compensated poorly and unfairly based on the sales you make. You make a base hourly pay and ... 3.6 (1,134) Better Business Bureau [*** Link removed ***] › profile › wee... Weed Man Rexburg | Better Business Bureau® Profile This organization is not BBB accredited. Landscape Maintenance in Rexburg, ID. See BBB rating, reviews, complaints, & more. LawnService.com [*** Link removed ***] › Branch Weed Man Rexburg, ID Lawn Care | (844) 334-0359 Most Recent Reviews ... “Weed spraying They were supposed to call before spraying so I could show them what to spray. They sprayed while I was gone then billed me ... Meta Schmitz Local Guide·84 reviews·58 photos just now NEW Critical: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Do not use this company. Apparently they got my signagure at the state fair.... I was not in town the months they supposedly came and did lawn treatments. I had a house sitter and not once did they come to my house. They never left cards on my door they never left anything in my mailbox. But yet they're charging me for services that were not done. I contacted the company on numerous times trying to speak with the manager however the young girl that continually answers the phone states that he will call me back he is out of town. I have never received a call back and I am now in collections for $215 for services that were never completed received or even signed up for. I'm disgusted with this company. I have no trespassing signs up and I have dogs. When they had the lawyer contact me regarding my claim that they never came to my house he stated that they did I inquired as to why they trespassed in my backyard then he said they didn't they had permission to go back there I said what about my dogs he said you don't have dogs. I think I'm going to know that I have two dogs. They're not very nice when it comes to meeting strangers for the first time so I don't know how these people could have gotten in my backyard to do the services not only that but like I said I have no trespassing signs on my fence but I also keep my fence locked so I'm wondering how did they get back here. When I got home at the end of the summer my yard was full of weeds and it was not luscious and not green and you could definitely tell that nobody had done anything but mow and water. If you want to be scammed by a company like this then go ahead and use them. I don't understand why a company thinks that they can just come out and start throwing chemicals in your yard or at least pretending to in this case. I don't know how a company can say they got in your backyard when you keep your gate locked. I also don't know how a company can say that they completed services that were never completed and that I don't have dogs. I'm actually really disgusted with this company I will be contacting the Better Business Bureau and leaving reviews on Yelp and other services. I will also let every single person that I meet no never to use weed man. I will tell everybody about my experiences and when I'm working at the fair again this year because I work at the fair every year I will make sure to tell every single person that I see come to your booth that they should not use your company and the reasons why you see our boots are basically right across the from one another. Thanks for screwing over another family and I really appreciate you calling me back like you were supposed to. You have the worst customer service ever."
Meta S on April 2023
At Gem State Pest Solutions, our mission is to find pests, remove them from your home or business, and use regular pest control treatments to keep them from coming back. Our technicians are licensed pest control applicators (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) who put customers first. We'll do our very best to remove wasps, ants, spiders, and any other pests, guaranteed.
At Gem State Pest Solutions, our mission is to find pests, remove them from your home or business, and use regular pest control treatments to keep them from coming back. Our technicians are licensed pest control applicators (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) who put customers first. We'll do our very best to remove wasps, ants, spiders, and any other pests, guaranteed.
Full service lawn and tree maintenance, isa certified arborists on staff, design/build landscaping includes planting, turf installation, irrigation, hardscaping and water features. free estimates, leading company for 30 years in all eastern idaho including idaho falls, pocatello, blackfoot, rexburg. known for knowledgeable staff, quality work and fair prices. Additional DBAs - Ampro Inc, Ampro LawnTech Pest Control. Additional phones - (208) 356-0011, (208) 233-5296.
"It went really well. They were prompt, professional, arrived on time and gave suggestions for future upkeep. I was very pleased with the services."
LESLIE S on June 2018
Full service lawn and tree maintenance, isa certified arborists on staff, design/build landscaping includes planting, turf installation, irrigation, hardscaping and water features. free estimates, leading company for 30 years in all eastern idaho including idaho falls, pocatello, blackfoot, rexburg. known for knowledgeable staff, quality work and fair prices. Additional DBAs - Ampro Inc, Ampro LawnTech Pest Control. Additional phones - (208) 356-0011, (208) 233-5296.
"It went really well. They were prompt, professional, arrived on time and gave suggestions for future upkeep. I was very pleased with the services."
LESLIE S on June 2018
Idaho and Utah's best Pest Control and Lawn Care service provider. Star Pest Control is locally owned and operated in all three areas we service in Idaho and Utah. Star Pest Control is an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau and is fully insured and licensed by the Idaho and Utah Departments of Agriculture. All of our pest control treatments and rodent control treatments come with a 60 Day Money Back Warranty with no contracts or hidden fees. All of our treatments are Kid Safe, Pet Safe and Environmentally Friendly. We have the most courteous and professional staff to handle all of your pest control and lawn care needs.
Idaho and Utah's best Pest Control and Lawn Care service provider. Star Pest Control is locally owned and operated in all three areas we service in Idaho and Utah. Star Pest Control is an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau and is fully insured and licensed by the Idaho and Utah Departments of Agriculture. All of our pest control treatments and rodent control treatments come with a 60 Day Money Back Warranty with no contracts or hidden fees. All of our treatments are Kid Safe, Pet Safe and Environmentally Friendly. We have the most courteous and professional staff to handle all of your pest control and lawn care needs.
Honest, expert service from a reliable company. Pest Control Services, Inc. has been providing pest control management since 1970. We continue to set high standards for ourselves so that our customers receive the best possible service. Our technicians are knowledgeable of the latest in pest control techniques, which enables us to customize effective treatment plans for every situation. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Trust your residential and commercial pest control needs to a licensed professional to provide you the protection and safety you deserve. Here are just a few of the services we provide: •Rodent Control •Tree & Lawn Spraying •Pond Algae •Termites •Hobo Spiders •Ants/Earwigs •Cockroaches •Bedbugs •Wasps •Tree bores •Lawn weeds •Lawn fungus •Lawn grubs •AIB, GAP, Primis. Our company uses state-of-the art technologies to eliminate and manage your pest problems by using a combination of chemical and non-chemical treatments. We are dedicated to providing a fast and efficient solution to your pest issue. Serving the following communities and many more: Idaho Falls, Shelley, Blackfoot, Rigby, Roberts, Lewisville, Menan, Ririe, Rexburg, St. Anthony, Ashton. Our services are licensed and insured.
Honest, expert service from a reliable company. Pest Control Services, Inc. has been providing pest control management since 1970. We continue to set high standards for ourselves so that our customers receive the best possible service. Our technicians are knowledgeable of the latest in pest control techniques, which enables us to customize effective treatment plans for every situation. Residential - Commercial - Industrial Trust your residential and commercial pest control needs to a licensed professional to provide you the protection and safety you deserve. Here are just a few of the services we provide: •Rodent Control •Tree & Lawn Spraying •Pond Algae •Termites •Hobo Spiders •Ants/Earwigs •Cockroaches •Bedbugs •Wasps •Tree bores •Lawn weeds •Lawn fungus •Lawn grubs •AIB, GAP, Primis. Our company uses state-of-the art technologies to eliminate and manage your pest problems by using a combination of chemical and non-chemical treatments. We are dedicated to providing a fast and efficient solution to your pest issue. Serving the following communities and many more: Idaho Falls, Shelley, Blackfoot, Rigby, Roberts, Lewisville, Menan, Ririe, Rexburg, St. Anthony, Ashton. Our services are licensed and insured.
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"They are a absolutely horrible. Reliability 0 Contact 0 Workmanship 0 Throughout the summer I have never had such a terrible time in simply getting a scheduled time. They would be at my place spraying when I would get a message stating that someone is en route. It took forever to get them to give at least a 24 hour in advance notice prior to the there arriving. That lasted for 2 applications. Now I get a message 24 hours in advance, the next day I get a message that the technician is en route then with in that same hour I get another message stating that the technician can not make it. Then I get a voice mail stating that I cancelled the service. Now today 10-21-2022, for the 3rd day in a roll I can not speak to a representative in the Erda Utah area. I would absolutely never recommend this computer anyone. I also was on the phone with a customer representative on 10-20-22. I asked him if I could speak with a supervisor. He told me that he doesn’t have a supervisor. I am assuming that I must have been speaking with the owner of the company, since he has no supervision. I had a manger with DFCM in the state of Utah that over heard my conversation with this customer service member. He said that the state of utah has the exact same issues with Trugreen. My advice, stay clear Roger Griffis Erda, Utah"
Roger G on October 2022
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"They are a absolutely horrible. Reliability 0 Contact 0 Workmanship 0 Throughout the summer I have never had such a terrible time in simply getting a scheduled time. They would be at my place spraying when I would get a message stating that someone is en route. It took forever to get them to give at least a 24 hour in advance notice prior to the there arriving. That lasted for 2 applications. Now I get a message 24 hours in advance, the next day I get a message that the technician is en route then with in that same hour I get another message stating that the technician can not make it. Then I get a voice mail stating that I cancelled the service. Now today 10-21-2022, for the 3rd day in a roll I can not speak to a representative in the Erda Utah area. I would absolutely never recommend this computer anyone. I also was on the phone with a customer representative on 10-20-22. I asked him if I could speak with a supervisor. He told me that he doesn’t have a supervisor. I am assuming that I must have been speaking with the owner of the company, since he has no supervision. I had a manger with DFCM in the state of Utah that over heard my conversation with this customer service member. He said that the state of utah has the exact same issues with Trugreen. My advice, stay clear Roger Griffis Erda, Utah"
Roger G on October 2022
Pest Control for Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Blackfoot and other Eastern Idaho locations. At Gem State Pest Solutions, our mission is to find pests, remove them from your home or business, and use regular pest control treatments to keep them from coming back. Our technicians are licensed pest control applicators (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) who put customers first.
Pest Control for Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Blackfoot and other Eastern Idaho locations. At Gem State Pest Solutions, our mission is to find pests, remove them from your home or business, and use regular pest control treatments to keep them from coming back. Our technicians are licensed pest control applicators (Idaho State Department of Agriculture) who put customers first.
Owner operated. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured.
Owner operated. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured.
Mitch Freeman, our managing partner and operator does it all! Native to Idaho Falls. With 18+ years of experience, this Environmental Scientist isn't afraid of ladder work and loves to make homes sparkle inside and out with his family and pet-friendly home property care services. Services are all Eco-Friendly: Window Washing Gutter Cleaning Pressure Washing Snow Removal Organic, Kid and Pet Safe Lawn Care Natural Mosquito and Tick Control Spring and Fall Cleanup
Mitch Freeman, our managing partner and operator does it all! Native to Idaho Falls. With 18+ years of experience, this Environmental Scientist isn't afraid of ladder work and loves to make homes sparkle inside and out with his family and pet-friendly home property care services. Services are all Eco-Friendly: Window Washing Gutter Cleaning Pressure Washing Snow Removal Organic, Kid and Pet Safe Lawn Care Natural Mosquito and Tick Control Spring and Fall Cleanup
Different pest control methods exist to help mitigate an infestation. Not every technique will work with every pest, which is why speaking with a pest control expert is crucial to taming your problem. Different methods of pest removal include:
Heat treatments
Freezing treatments
Traps
Barriers
Chemical pesticides
Fumigation
Rodenticides
Mechanical devices
Repellants
The cost of pest control is $175 for the average homeowner. However, you could spend as little as $100 or as much as $500 or more, depending on the infestation size, the number of visits you need, and the pest you’re exterminating.
For example, if you need to rid your home of spiders, you’ll likely be spending between $100 and $300. However, if you have a termite problem, you can expect a bill of $230 to $2,500 or more, depending on the infestation size and damage caused.
There are specific methods for pest removal that you can DIY without hiring an expert. If you are preventing pests from making an appearance or clearing out a small infestation of harmless insects, you will likely have success on your own. However, if you’re dealing with pests that eat wood, bedbugs, or other pests that carry a disease risk, like rodents, it’s always worth it to call a pest professional to help you.
Even if you’re not immediately showing signs of pests, it’s a good idea to get into the habit of routine pest control. This should be done yearly, quarterly, bi-monthly, or monthly, depending on your location and if any signs of infestation are already present. For example, if you live by water, you might experience more pests in the spring and summer than someone who lives in a dry climate. Discuss treatment options with your pest professional to determine a suitable schedule for you and your home.
While not every infestation is preventable, there are some actions you can take to minimize the risk of running into these pests in your home. These actions include:
Keeping your home tidy. This includes vacuuming regularly, sanitizing your kitchen, storing food in airtight containers, disposing garbage regularly, and keeping your home clutter-free.
Deep clean at least twice a year. Deep cleaning neglected crevices and corners of your home can help prevent breeding grounds from forming.
Repairing your home when needed. If your home has cracks or holes, you have an open invitation for pests to come in. Remove any standing water and seal any gaps in your floors, walls, and foundation.
Cleaning up your yard. Keep shrubbery and branches well-trimmed and away from your home. Remove fallen leaves and other debris.
Be smart with storage. If you use firewood, store it away from the home (at least 20 feet away if possible) and off of the ground.