Licensed pest control in Columbus, OH
Columbus Pest Control & Extermination Services
Pest control in Columbus mostly means bed bugs, mice and German roaches, plus termites in older basements. The city ranked 8th on Orkin’s latest bed bug list, so that one comes up a lot. Tell us what’s going on in German Village, Clintonville, Hilliard or elsewhere in Franklin County. We’ll pass your details to a licensed local company and get you a free quote. Plan on $390 to $720 for a single visit at most Columbus homes.
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Pest Control Services In Columbus
Columbus keeps growing fast, and all that new building plus older brick homes near downtown give pests plenty of ways in.
Bed Bug TreatmentColumbus came in 8th on Orkin’s latest bed bug cities list. Apartment turnover around campus and the Short North keeps them moving between buildings.
Rodent ControlNorway rats burrow along alleys and under garages in older neighborhoods like German Village. Mice show up in Dublin and Westerville basements each October.
Roach ExterminationGerman roaches travel between apartment units through shared plumbing walls. Gel bait and sealing work better here than a one-off spray.
Termite ControlEastern subterranean termites tunnel up through cracks in Columbus basement slabs and leave mud tubes on the foundation walls.
Ant ControlCarpenter ants move into damp porch framing and window sills in Clintonville’s older houses. Find the wet wood and you’ve found the nest.
Mosquito ControlColumbus Public Health traps and sprays for West Nile mosquitoes each summer. Your yard still needs its own plan for clogged gutters and kiddie pools.How Much Does Pest Control Cost In Columbus?
Most Columbus homeowners pay $390 to $720 for a one-time general visit. Bed bug jobs in apartments and rodent sealing on older brick homes are what push a Columbus bill higher.
The one-time and quarterly prices come from Angi’s Columbus cost guide. The other rows are Angi’s national ranges. Expect a higher quote when a tech has to treat several connected units in a Short North walk-up.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| One-time general treatment | $390 to $720 for a Columbus ranch or two-story |
| Quarterly plan | $130 to $390 per visit, a common pick for Hilliard and Grove City subdivisions |
| Bed bugs | $1,000 to $4,000, with adjoining apartments often added to the job |
| Rodent work | $180 to $600, more when an old foundation needs a lot of sealing |
| Termite spot or bait treatment | $250 to $1,000 based on how far the mud tubes run |
What To Know About Pests In Columbus
Columbus runs a Rat Control Program through its public health department. You can report rats on your property by calling 311 at (614) 645-3111, but the city asks you to clear out food and hiding spots first. For mice or rats already inside the house, you’ll want a private company.
Spotted lanternflies are the newer worry. The Ohio Department of Agriculture put Franklin County under its lanternfly quarantine, and the bugs feed on tree of heaven, grapevines and maples. They don’t bite, but they drip sticky honeydew on decks and patio furniture.
When Pests Are Most Active In Columbus
- Spring
- Eastern subterranean termites swarm in basements on warm April days. Carpenter ants start trailing out of damp porch wood.
- Summer
- Mosquito numbers peak after summer storms, and yellow jackets build nests in Westerville and Dublin lawns. Spotted lanternflies reach adult size in July.
- Fall
- Mice push into garages once nights drop near freezing. Stink bugs and lady beetles bunch up on south-facing siding.
- Winter
- Rodents nest in basements and attic insulation. Bed bug calls stay steady because heated apartments keep them breeding.
Areas We Serve In Columbus, OH
Local pest control help across Columbus and nearby Franklin County areas.
Pests We Treat In Columbus
These are the pests Columbus homeowners and renters ask us about most. Click one for signs, treatment options and cost.
When You Can Skip The Pro In Columbus
A few mice in the garage or one ant trail in the kitchen is fine to handle yourself. Snap traps, ant bait and steel wool in the gaps under the sink will do it.
Bed bugs in a Columbus apartment, termite tubes on the foundation or rats under the garage slab need a licensed tech. DIY tends to drag those out for months.
How It Works
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Columbus Pest Control FAQs
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Who handles rat complaints in Columbus?
Call 311 at (614) 645-3111 or file online. The city’s Rat Control Program looks at rats outside on your property.
For rats or mice already inside, a private company does the trapping and sealing. Send us the details and we’ll pair you with one near you.
Why does Columbus have so many bed bugs?
Lots of rentals, a big student population and steady travel through John Glenn airport all help them spread. Orkin ranks Columbus 8th on its latest bed bug list.
Check used furniture before you bring it home, especially around campus move-out in May.
Should I worry about spotted lanternflies in Columbus?
They’re a nuisance more than a home pest. Franklin County is inside the state quarantine, so check your car and outdoor gear for egg masses before driving out of the area.
Scrape egg masses off trees and patio furniture in fall and winter. Heavy infestations in tall trees need a pro with the right equipment.
Do Columbus homes need termite treatment?
Plenty do. Eastern subterranean termites live in the soil across central Ohio and get in through basement cracks and wood touching dirt.
Get an inspection before you buy an older home in German Village or Clintonville. Bait stations or a soil treatment run $250 to $1,000.
Can my kids and dog stay home during treatment?
Mostly yes. Keep them out of treated rooms until surfaces dry, which takes an hour or two.
Ask the tech to use locked bait stations instead of loose pellets in a yard where your dog digs.
Get A Free Quote In Columbus
Fill in the form and a licensed company that works the Short North and the rest of Columbus will send you a price. No obligation.
Hiring in Columbus? Check the company’s license first through the Ohio Department of Agriculture.
Elsewhere in the state, we work with companies in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton and Akron. See our Ohio pest control page for statewide pests and seasons.