The Best In Knoxville Pest Solutions

In our region, we have it pretty good. Our schools are awesome, our neighborhoods are friendly, businesses are booming, and we have a vibrant bustling downtown. We have picturesque views, beautiful parks, and access to the great outdoors and the Smokey Mountains. The weather is nearly ideal and temperatures are pretty perfect, but it is these exact ideal conditions that make us a haven for pests like bed bugs, mosquitoes, rodents, termites, and more. However, there is no need to worry a bit about pests because we also have Active Pest Control.

If you discover pests have decided to make your home their home too, there is no need to panic. Simply pick up the phone and call the trusted professionals here at Active Pest Control. We will send out one of our experienced technicians to take a look at your home, create a written plan for pest control that will take into consideration all your concerns and meet all your pest control needs.

We actually have 3 basic home pest control plans that are affordable and are able to keep your home and your family safe from the harmful effects of pests year-round. When you are protected by one of our Active Pest Control plans, you will never have to worry about those pests invading your home again. Our residential plans are designed to specifically target common pests and are guaranteed to protect you and your home from them, and if by some chance pests return between visits, so will we; at no additional charge to you.

Just pick a program that is right for you, and we will do the rest.

  • Active Pest Control Edge – this is our basic home protection plan that protects you from common household pests in Knoxville. This affordable plan offers our re-service guarantee.
  • Active Pest Control Advantage – this is our moderate level home protection plan that includes protection from all the Active Pest Control Edge program common household pests plus rodent monitoring and control and termite monitoring with the installation of the Sentricon® Termite Colony Elimination System. This plan also offers our re-service guarantee.
  • Active Pest Control Complete – this is our all-inclusive plan that offers protection from common household pests, rodent monitoring and control, termite monitoring, PLUS seasonal mosquito and fire ant reduction services; and, as always, it is backed by our re-service guarantee.

We have come to expect the best which is why your choice in pest control should include Active Pest Control. With over 40 years of experience and a QualityPro certification (which less than 3% of the over 22,000 pest control companies in the country have attained) we are the trusted name for all your pest control needs.

Termite Inspection

The conscientious homeowner is always on the lookout for various areas of the home that may be in need of improvements or repairs. This includes exterior components that are exposed to the elements of adverse weather conditions as well as normal wear and tear of the interior. Repainting walls is not an unusual job for the homeowner to periodically do throughout the home. Occasionally, the windows are looked at to see if it would be prudent to consider window replacements in order to maintain optimal efficiency. However, there is one inspection of the home that is often overlooked and yet is perhaps the most important and needful inspection of all.

The most dreaded invader to which all homeowners have a fear of is the elusive termite. Often referred to as the silent destroyer, the termite does incredible damage “beneath the surface.” In other words, the damage invoked is rarely seen until it reaches substantial damage. This damage can affect the structural integrity of the building and should be approached seriously with professional assistance.

A professional termite inspector has the knowledge needed to know what to look for and where to look. The knowledgeable inspector will begin by looking for obvious, visible signs of the presence of termites. This includes:

  • Wood damage inside or outside the home.
  • Mud tubes coming from the ground up the sides of the foundation.
  • Discarded termite wings and termite droppings.

But a thorough inspection does not end there. The inspector will also look for particular areas of the property and home that may be ideal conditions to attract termites. This may include areas outside that stay very moist, perhaps even standing water close to the foundation. Decking supports with direct contact to the ground are also closely inspected. The landscaping mulch that looks so nice is another potential spot that is conducive to termite infestation. The well trained inspector might even dig into the soil in various spots around the foundation, looking for termite activity.

If you are a Tennessee homeowner, you should contact the termite experts here at Active Pest Control and arrange for a thorough inspection of your home to give you the peace of mind that your property is free of termites. Our trusted technicians are trained to know just what to look for and where to look. They are aware that termites work all year long, day and night, eating away at the structure of your home one tiny bite at a time. If termites are found, Active Pest Control can strategically implement a treatment that is environmentally friendly; the Sentricon® Termite Colony Elimination System which takes care of the initial infestation as well as any future infestation of termites.

Does Rome, Georgia have household pests?

If you’ve spent any time in Georgia at all you will know for sure that we have pests. We have everything from nuisance pests, like ants and silverfish, to pests that cost United States homeowners nearly 5 billion dollars each year, like those humble termites. From bats to bedbugs, fleas to groundhogs, and mice to millipedes, we sure do have plenty! Yup, Georgia has pests–enough to go around and enough for everybody to get a fair share.

But what if you don’t want your “fair share” of pests?

If you have decided you have had enough in dealing with pests, there are a number of things you can do to deter them.

  • Inspect the outside or your foundation and walls for gaps or cracks and seal up all openings with a caulking gun. Insects can squeeze through the tiniest of spaces and mice only need a hole the size of a dime to get in.
  • Repair any leaks in your roof and check that your gutters and downspouts are working properly. Make sure downspouts direct water several feet away from your foundation. Bugs and animals are drawn to moisture.
  • Trim back all trees and bushes several feet from your home. Pests use these as bridges to get to your walls and vulnerable roofline.
  • Remove any standing water near your home or in your yard as these provide water for pests, as well as a breeding ground for insects such as mosquitoes.
  • Do not stack firewood or other building materials near your home. Place these items away from your house and up off the ground. Many pests find shelter in these items.
  • Make sure all your garbage containers have tight fitting lids. Use a bungee cord to secure lids if needed.
  • Thoroughly clean your home, especially areas where food is present. Focus on problem spots like under the toaster, under the fridge, and between the stove and the cabinet. Pests will feed on just about anything they can find, and cockroaches are especially fond of those tight spaces.
  • Keep all food items stored in the refrigerator or in tightly sealed containers. Insects and rodents are drawn to the smell of food, and if they chew into items, your food may be contaminated with bacteria, urine, or feces.
  • If you can’t wash dishes right away, keep them in a sink full of soapy water.
  • Only put pet food down at mealtimes. Otherwise, keep their food in sealed containers. Pests love pet food.

The Advantage of Active Pest Control:

If you really do not want your fair share of household pests in your Rome home, consider Active Pest Control Advantage. Active Pest Control offers three pest plans, with Active Pest Control Advantage being the best all-around choice. It starts with a FREE home inspection and ends with a satisfied customer. Advantage includes the following:

  • Year-round pest control
  • Rodent monitoring and control
  • SENTRICON® TERMITE COLONY ELIMINATION SYSTEM
  • Re-service at no extra charge

If you want to be bug-free this new year, consider Active Pest Control and Active Pest Control Advantage. You’ll be glad you did.

Keep Winter Mice Out in Georgia

Regardless of the time of year, mice are always going to be attracted to three things. They are in pursuit of food, water, and shelter. The best place they can secure these three necessities is in the comfort of your home. If you have ever wondered why mice seem to like your home, there is no need to wonder any longer. You unknowingly make available the three things needed for their survival. This urgency seems to intensify with mice during the winter months even in the southern Georgia climate. The crops have been harvested, decreasing the readily available food outside and the temperatures have dropped to less comfortable levels. The Ideal solution to this dilemma is to simply move in with you for a few months.

Rodent control basically begins with eliminating all possible points of entry. What can one do to keep these pesky creatures out of the house? This isn’t as simple as it seems once you have a better understanding of the skeletal makeup of a mouse. The body of an average size adult house mouse is usually about three inches in length. His only limitation in gaining access to your home is in the size of his skull. A mouse has no collarbone so if he can fit his skinny head through a hole or crack…he is in! This means that, to be sure a mouse can’t get inside, all holes and cracks 1/4th inch and larger must be closed or sealed shut. A hole the size of a dime is a big enough door for the average mouse to gain access!

To close off all potential entry points requires a thorough inspection of the home inside and outside. Begin by caulking all cracks and gaps in the foundation and around all utility entrances. Check door sweeps under entrance doors and overhead garage doors and replace as necessary. Go inside and inspect all water and drain lines under sinks and close all gaps or openings. This prevents mice from getting inside the walls and building nests or spreading to other parts of the building.

As for food sources, mice will eat whatever you do. They will go in the pantry and chew through boxes and bags of food. Do not leave leftovers sitting out on the counter or table and be sure to store all food in mouse proof containers. Remember, those two incisors can gnaw through wood, fabric, and plastic.

The next thing you will want to do is eliminate moisture. Just a drop of water is enough to sustain a mouse for a period of time. Examine all faucets, waterlines, and drain lines for any leaks or water drips and repair accordingly. Eliminating points of entry and food and water will certainly discourage mice from taking up residence in your home.

We all know rodents can cause multiple problems ranging from chewing holes in wiring and walls to spreading diseases. The safest means of securing your home is to contact Active Pest Control. Our Active Pest Control Advantage program will correct your rodent problem and is a year-round solution for monitoring and controlling rodents along with most common household pests.