Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Have Questions About Pest Control?

We have the answers you need and more! Explore our most frequently asked questions to find out more about our treatment options, pricing, and plans. If you still have questions, contact us. One of our knowledgeable experts would love to speak with you about your situation.

How to choose a pest control company?

When choosing a pest control company, you have to weigh which factors are most important to you. If you want extensive coverage with emergency availability, and technicians that are not rushing the job, you shouldn’t just go with the lowest bidder.

Since the difficulty of scheduling a pest control treatment is largely based on physically getting the technicians to the site, a local company is much more likely to be available should you need an emergency treatment, or have limited availability.

Make sure you understand how the work is warrantied - which pests are covered, is there a minimum waiting period after the treatment and so on. For a commercial building, an inspection will likely be needed, which also affords a good opportunity to set out what the scope of the service will be.

How can I prevent pests naturally?

For most rodents and insects, the absolute best thing you can do is control access to food. All pests naturally need 3 things: water, shelter, and food. Oftentimes, it can be impossible to control their access to water and shelter, which leaves you with only food. Several sources of food for pests are often overlooked as they are not food for us. Make sure to control pet food, bird seed, and dog poop in particular. You should make sure to clean up any food debris, particularly in and underneath the oven, and make sure that no stored food or trash is accessible - ideally sealing them in metal, glass or heavy-duty plastic containers.

What are common seasonal pest issues?

In Massachusetts, we deal with mice all year-round, but get an uptick in activity in the fall, particularly for homes in wooded areas. This is in part due to the deer mice living in those areas, which are likelier to want to get inside as the weather turns. New England also has one of the densest tick populations in the world, and people and pets are at risk of tick bites whenever there is no snow on the ground. Mosquitoes are similarly common from around April to October. Massachusetts gets cases of West Nile Virus every year, which is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that have fed on birds. Cases are most common in August and September, which may be because this is when many bird species fly south, leaving the mosquitoes to find alternative food sources. Carpenter ants, odorous house ants, and pavement ants are a common pest that become active starting around April or May, although sometimes they remain active indoors during winter. An exterior liquid treatment of the foundation in springtime is typically sufficient to prevent them becoming a problem for the year. If left unchecked, carpenter ants can cause major structural damage, though not typically as severe as termites, which are a threat year-round. Wasps (including hornets) will start to form their nests during spring, but tend not to bother people until summer and fall - the small nests formed early in the year do not yet have many workers to defend them, so they are more reclusive. As the year goes on the nests grow in size and aggression. Activity peaks around September, and usually sharply declines by November.

What types of pests does Ransford Pest Control treat?

Ransford Pest Control provides ant control, bed bug treatment, bee and wasp control, German cockroach control, mosquito and tick control, mouse control, rat control and termite treatments.

Does Ransford only offer one-time treatments?

Ransford offers a variety of treatment options to suit your needs. Our flexible pest control service plans provide ongoing protection or one-time treatments for specific issues. We’ll help you choose the best option for your property and needs.

Does Ransford offer annual treatment plans?

Yes, Ransford offers various pest control packages designed to protect your property when you need it most, whether for quarterly treatments or more. We’re happy to help you determine the best treatment plan for you.

Does Ransford offer financing options for treatments?

Yes! At Ransford Pest Control, we understand that addressing a pest control problem can be expensive. That’s why we offer financing options, so you can come up with a payment plan that works for you. We also have ongoing special offers to help you save instantly on pest control treatments.