Structural
Termite Control & Inspection
Inspection, treatment and long-term protection in the termite belt
- Eastern subterranean termites
- Drywood termites (rare locally, but worth ruling out)
- Conducive moisture and wood-to-soil contact
What we help with
Pest control services
Eight services covering the problems properties in the River Valley actually face. Each page explains what the work involves, what it costs in the Fort Smith market, and the questions worth asking before you sign anything.
Public health
Mosquito & Tick Control
Seasonal barrier treatments for yards, perimeters and outdoor living space
- Asian tiger mosquitoes (daytime biters)
- Culex mosquitoes (dusk-to-dawn, West Nile vectors)
- Lone Star ticks and seed ticks
Nuisance & public health
Ant Control (including Fire Ants)
Kitchen trails, carpenter ants and fire ant mounds across western Arkansas
- Odorous house ants (kitchen and bathroom trails)
- Pavement ants
- Acrobat ants in wall voids
Public health
Rodent Control & Exclusion
Mice, rats, cockroaches and the exclusion work that keeps them out
- House mice
- Norway rats and roof rats
- Deer mice in crawlspaces and outbuildings
Public health
Bed Bug Treatment
Heat treatment, conventional treatment and preparation guidance
- Bed bugs in mattresses and box springs
- Behind headboards and nightstands
- Wall voids, outlets and baseboard gaps
Nuisance
Spider Control
Brown recluse, black widows and the insect pressure that attracts them
- Brown recluse spiders
- Black widows in crawlspaces and woodpiles
- Common house spiders and cobweb spiders
Wildlife
Wildlife & Critter Removal
Humane removal and exclusion for squirrels, raccoons, bats and snakes
- Grey and flying squirrels in attics
- Raccoons in attics, chimneys and under porches
- Bats in gable vents, barns and ridge caps
Commercial
Commercial Pest Control
Compliant, documented pest management for River Valley businesses
- Rodents in dock, receiving and storage areas
- Flies and flying insect pressure in food handling
- Stored product pests and pantry beetles
Not sure which one?
Start with the pest, not the service
Services are organised by the work involved. Pests are organised by what you are actually looking at. If you know the pest, this table will point you at the right service.
| What you are seeing | Most likely pest | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mud tubes running up foundation walls, piers, or inside block voids | Eastern subterranean termites | termite control |
| Irregular, loose cobwebs in undisturbed corners | Brown recluse spiders | spider control |
| Biting activity around dawn and dusk, or in shade during the day | Mosquitoes | mosquito tick control |
| New mounds appearing in the lawn within days of a rain event | Red imported fire ants | ant control |
| Droppings in drawers, under sinks, and along baseboards | Mice and rats | rodent control |
| Pepper-like specks (frass) in cabinet corners and along drawer tracks | Cockroaches | rodent control |
| Ticks on dogs and children after time in tall grass or brush | Ticks | mosquito tick control |
| Nests under eaves, deck railings, porch ceilings and carports | Wasps, yellowjackets & hornets | wildlife removal |
| Small rust-coloured stains on mattresses and sheets | Bed bugs | bed bugs |
| Trails of tiny dark ants along counters, sinks and baseboards | Odorous house ants & carpenter ants | ant control |
| Daylight scratching or thumping overhead | Squirrels, raccoons & bats | wildlife removal |
Timing
When to call and when to wait
Call now
- Termite swarmers indoors, or discarded wings on windowsills
- A suspected brown recluse or black widow bite
- Bed bug signs — stains, shed skins or bites on waking
- Wildlife in the attic or a snake inside the house
- Scratching above ceilings or droppings in drawers
- A failed health inspection or third-party audit
Worth planning ahead
- Annual termite inspection — book in winter for the easiest scheduling
- Mosquito program — start in April before populations build
- Fire ant treatment — before the first major rain of the season
- Spider treatment — book in August for September
- Rodent exclusion — complete before the first cold snap
- Quarterly general pest service — any time; it is preventive by design
Common questions
About the services themselves
What does pest control cost in Fort Smith?
A quarterly general pest plan runs $100–$185 per quarter. Termite treatment is typically $800–$2,500 for a liquid soil barrier. Mosquito programs run $450–$1,100 per season. Rodent exclusion is $250–$2,500 depending on the number of openings. Bed bug heat treatment is $1,200–$4,000. Full detail is in our cost guide.
Does homeowner’s insurance cover termite damage?
Almost never. Termite damage is classified as preventable maintenance and is excluded by standard Arkansas homeowner policies. That is the central reason preventive treatment is worth its cost here.
Should I sign a long-term contract?
For general pest service, a quarterly plan is usually better value than one-off treatments and most providers offer it without a long lock-in. For termite work, a warranty is expected — but read the term carefully and confirm whether it covers repair as well as retreatment. Avoid auto-renewing contracts with no review clause.
How do I compare quotes fairly?
Ask each provider the same three questions: what exactly is included, what follow-up is scheduled and is it included in the price, and what is the warranty term. Compare those answers alongside the total — a cheaper quote with no follow-up and a short warranty is usually worse value.
When is the best time of year to treat for termites?
Late winter or early spring, before swarm season begins. Treatment can be done year-round, but booking early avoids the spring rush and gets protection in place before the colonies become most active.
How often should pest control be done?
Quarterly for general pest service, annually for termite inspection, every 21–30 days through the mosquito season from April to September, and one time with follow-up for exclusion or bed bug work. Rodent monitoring can be monthly or quarterly depending on pressure.
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