Licensed pest control in Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh Pest Control & Extermination Services
In Pittsburgh, pest control is mostly about old houses on steep hillsides: mice in stone foundations, carpenter ants in damp porches and stink bugs in the walls each fall. We work across Lawrenceville, Squirrel Hill, Mt. Lebanon and the rest of Allegheny County. Send us a quick note about the problem and a licensed local company will give you a free quote. Plan on $300 to $550 for one standard visit before any add-on work.
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Pest Control Services In Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s hills, rivers and older brick homes shape what turns up inside. Wet basements matter more here than in most of the state.
Rodent ControlMice squeeze through mortar gaps in stone and brick foundations in the South Side and Lawrenceville. Norway rats follow alleys and riverbanks.
Ant ControlCarpenter ants nest in porch posts and window frames that stay damp on shady hillside lots. Sawdust piles under the wood point to the nest.
Termite ControlEastern subterranean termites reach basement wood through cracks in old foundations. A spring swarm inside a Shadyside or Squirrel Hill basement is the classic sign.
Bed Bug TreatmentStudent rentals around Oakland turn over every August, and bed bugs move with the furniture. Check secondhand couches before you carry them up the stairs.
Wasp & Hornet ControlYellow jackets nest in the gaps of old retaining walls and under deck stairs on terraced yards. Leave ground nests to a pro.
Mosquito ControlWest Nile virus has turned up in mosquito samples in and around the city. Clogged gutters and old tires are common breeding spots.How Much Does Pest Control Cost In Pittsburgh?
One general visit in Pittsburgh costs $300 to $550. Bills go up on houses with fieldstone basements full of cracks to seal, or on hillside lots where techs need extra time to reach the foundation.
These ranges are Angi’s national figures. A brick foundation with decades of patched mortar takes longer to seal, so rodent quotes here can land at the high end.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| One-time general treatment | $300 to $550 for a typical Pittsburgh brick house |
| Rodent work | $180 to $600, higher for stone basements with many gaps |
| Termite spot or bait treatment | $250 to $1,000 depending on how much foundation wood is hit |
| Wasp nest removal | $300 to $700, more for nests inside retaining walls or siding |
| Quarterly plan | $100 to $300 per visit for steady ant and spider control |
What To Know About Pests In Pittsburgh
The Allegheny County Health Department’s Vector Control Program traps mosquitoes all summer. It has found West Nile virus in samples taken in Schenley Park, Mt. Washington, Hazelwood, Beltzhoover, Mt. Oliver and Wilkinsburg, according to CBS Pittsburgh.
City residents report rats, overgrown lots and trash piles through Pittsburgh 311. Standing water in abandoned pools, tires and containers goes straight to the county instead, at 412-350-4046.
When Pests Are Most Active In Pittsburgh
- Spring
- Carpenter ants and termites wake up once basements warm in April. Spring rains push ants indoors on hillside homes.
- Summer
- Yellow jackets build in walls and under decks. Mosquito numbers and West Nile testing peak in July and August.
- Fall
- Stink bugs and lady beetles cover sunny siding in late September. Mice move into basements as soon as it gets cold.
- Winter
- Mice and rats stay inside. Stink bugs crawl out of the walls on mild afternoons.
Areas We Serve In Pittsburgh, PA
Local pest control help across Pittsburgh and nearby Allegheny County areas.
Pests We Treat In Pittsburgh
Here’s what shows up most in Pittsburgh homes and rentals. Pick one to see signs and treatment options.
When You Can Skip The Pro In Pittsburgh
Stink bugs and a handful of lady beetles are a nuisance, not a threat. Vacuum them, then caulk window and siding gaps before next September.
Bring in a pro for carpenter ants you can’t trace, mice in a stone foundation or a wasp nest inside a wall. Those jobs need someone who can find the entry point, not just the bugs.
How It Works
Tell Us The Problem
Fill in the short form with what you’re seeing and where in Pittsburgh.
Get Matched With A Local Pro
We pass it to a licensed company that already works in Shadyside and nearby.
Book Your Treatment
You agree on a price and a time, and the tech treats the source.
Pittsburgh Pest Control FAQs
Ask us in the form about anything else at your Pittsburgh home.
Where do I report mosquito breeding spots in Pittsburgh?
The Allegheny County Health Department runs mosquito surveillance and takes complaints about stagnant water. Call 412-350-4046 for abandoned pools or tire piles.
Most other outdoor property complaints, like rats or overgrown lots, go through Pittsburgh 311.
Why do I get so many stink bugs in my Pittsburgh house?
Brown marmorated stink bugs spend winter in wall voids and attics. They come in through gaps around windows, siding and vents once fall nights turn cool.
Stink bugs won’t bite you or lay eggs inside the house. Sealing gaps in early September is the cheapest fix.
Are carpenter ants common in Pittsburgh?
Yes, especially in older homes on shady, wet slopes. Rotted porch wood and leaky window frames attract them.
Fix the leak or rotted wood first. A tech can then treat the nest with dust or bait instead of spraying the trail.
Do Oakland student rentals get bed bugs?
They can. Units turn over quickly, and used furniture moves between apartments every semester.
Inspect mattress seams on move-in day and report bugs to your landlord in writing. Heat treatment can clear an apartment in a day.
What should I do with my pets during a Pittsburgh pest treatment?
Keep dogs and cats in another room or outside until sprayed areas dry. A licensed tech can tell you the exact wait for the product used.
For mice, ask for tamper-resistant bait boxes or traps. Pets can’t get into those.
Get A Free Quote In Pittsburgh
Tell us what you’ve found and where. A local company covering Shadyside and Squirrel Hill gets back to you with a quote.
Every pest control company in Pennsylvania needs a license from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and you can check one before you book.
Elsewhere in the state, we serve Philadelphia, Allentown, Erie and Reading. Visit our Pennsylvania page for pests across the state.