Licensed pest control in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta Pest Control & Extermination Services
Atlanta pest control mostly means termites under the house, roaches in the kitchen and mosquitoes in the shady backyards that come with all those trees. The city’s thick canopy keeps yards damp, and red clay holds water against foundations. Send us a note about what’s going on in Buckhead, Old Fourth Ward, East Atlanta or anywhere inside the Perimeter, and we’ll line up a licensed local company to quote it for free. Most single visits here land between $270 and $500.
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Pest Control Services In Atlanta
Atlanta’s mix of old Craftsman bungalows, new townhomes and Midtown high-rises means the pest list changes block by block.
Termite ControlEastern subterranean termites work up through crawl spaces in older Kirkwood and East Atlanta homes. Bait stations or a liquid barrier are the usual fix.
Roach ExterminationGerman roaches spread through shared walls in Midtown apartments and Downtown condos. American roaches come up out of the storm sewers after summer downpours.
Rodent ControlRoof rats ride the oak canopy in Buckhead and Brookhaven and get into attics along the gutter line. Norway rats stick closer to Downtown restaurants and alleys.
Bed Bug TreatmentHartsfield-Jackson ranks with the busiest airports on the planet, and the hotels around it and College Park see a steady flow of luggage. Bed bugs hitch rides in suitcases and secondhand furniture.
Mosquito ControlAsian tiger mosquitoes breed in gutters, toys and tarps and bite in broad daylight. Shady, wooded lots in Decatur and Sandy Springs get hit hard.
Ant ControlFire ants mound up in lawns and along sidewalk cracks after rain. Argentine ants march inside in long lines when the weather turns dry.How Much Does Pest Control Cost In Atlanta?
Atlanta homes pay $270 to $500 for a one-time general treatment, close to the national range. Crawl space access, big wooded lots and a termite letter for a home sale all push the bill higher.
The one-time and quarterly prices come from Angi’s Atlanta cost guide. The other rows are Angi’s national ranges. Intown homes with tight crawl spaces take longer to inspect, so expect quotes on the higher end there.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| One-time general treatment | $270 to $500, more for large Buckhead lots |
| Quarterly plan | $90 to $270 per visit, a popular setup in Brookhaven and Decatur |
| Termite spot or bait treatment | $250 to $1,000, crawl space homes cost more to reach |
| Rodent work | $180 to $600, including sealing roofline gaps |
| Bed bugs | $1,000 to $4,000, apartments may need neighboring units done too |
What To Know About Pests In Atlanta
Atlanta calls itself the City in a Forest, and those big oaks and pines are a mixed blessing for pest control. Shade keeps the soil damp for termites, and branches over the roof give roof rats and squirrels a free bridge to the attic. Trimming limbs back a few feet off the roofline is one of the cheapest fixes you can make.
West Nile virus shows up in Atlanta mosquitoes most summers. When the Fulton County Board of Health found a positive trap sample in Grant Park, it hired a vendor to treat the area. It also sent teams door to door to dump standing water. The county’s 5Ds advice starts with draining anything in your yard that holds water.
When Pests Are Most Active In Atlanta
- Spring
- Native termites swarm on warm afternoons in March and April, often right after rain. Carpenter bees start drilling into deck rails and fascia boards.
- Summer
- Tiger mosquitoes peak and afternoon thunderstorms push roaches indoors. Fire ant mounds pop up across lawns and ball fields.
- Fall
- Joro spiders hang big gold webs on porches and power lines. Mice and roof rats start hunting for warm attics once the nights get chilly.
- Winter
- Snow is rare, but cold snaps send mice into walls and pantries. Termites stay busy below ground, so it’s a good window for an inspection.
Areas We Serve In Atlanta, GA
Local pest control help across Atlanta and the greater Fulton County area.
Pests We Treat In Atlanta
Atlanta gets all of these, sometimes in the same house. Tap a pest to see signs, costs and how pros treat it.
When You Can Skip The Pro In Atlanta
A few ants on the counter or one roach in the garage after a storm don’t need a pro. Clean up crumbs, fix leaky faucets, seal door gaps and put out bait stations.
Call a licensed company for termite mud tubes in the crawl space, German roaches in an apartment kitchen or scratching in the attic. Those problems spread past what store products can reach, and Atlanta’s older homes give them plenty of places to hide.
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Atlanta Pest Control FAQs
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Are Joro spiders in Atlanta dangerous?
No. These big yellow and black spiders reached Georgia around 2013, and UGA researchers say their fangs are too small to get through most human skin.
They’re most noticeable in fall when the females build huge webs. Knock the webs down with a broom if they block a door, since spraying the yard does little.
What should I do about West Nile mosquitoes in Fulton County?
Drain standing water every week, clean gutters and wear repellent at dawn and dusk. The Fulton County Board of Health tracks infected mosquitoes and treats areas where samples test positive.
For your own yard, a barrier treatment every few weeks in summer cuts down on tiger mosquitoes, which bite during the day.
Why do old Atlanta houses get so many termites?
Lots of intown homes built before World War II stand on brick piers over dirt crawl spaces. Moist red clay and wood close to the soil give termites an easy path in.
Get an inspection every year and keep mulch and firewood away from the foundation. A termite bond covers re-treatment if they come back.
How do roof rats get into Buckhead homes?
They climb trees and run along power lines, then squeeze through gaps at the eaves, vents and roof returns. A hole the size of a quarter is enough.
Trim branches back, cap open vents and set traps in the attic. Sealing entry points is what stops the problem long term.
Will treatment around my Atlanta home hurt my dog or toddler?
Licensed techs put most products where pets and kids can’t reach, like cracks, crawl spaces and the outside foundation. Keep everyone off wet spots until they dry.
Ask for baits and gels instead of broad spraying indoors. Tell the tech who lives in the house so they can pick products to match.
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Hiring in Atlanta? Check the company’s license first through the Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission.
We also cover Marietta, Savannah, Augusta and Valdosta. See our Georgia pest control page for statewide tips and termite letter info.