We cover general pest in the greater Ames area
Terminix’s team of local pest experts can help you protect what matters most. With branches across the city, our professional exterminators protect against the most common pests in Ames and can help with specialized treatment plans. Learn more about Terminix’s services in your region and how we can help protect your property.
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Custom pest protection in Ames
General pest control in Ames
Comprehensive, ongoing general pest protection
With every season comes different pests. The Terminix Ames team knows what to expect from pests in the area and can make sure your home is protected. Explore our year-round plans:
- Pest Free365: Better protection for your home, inside and out, covering 25 common household pests including cockroaches, “house” ants, mice, and more
- Pest Free365+: Best protection for comprehensive pest control covering 39 pests including 365 plan pests plus costly pests like bed bugs, brown recluse spiders, hornets, and more ,
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BRANCH MANAGER
Jake Murrell
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Ames may be known for Iowa State pride and beautiful tree-lined neighborhoods, but it’s also home to pests that love our changing seasons. With more than 95 years of pest-fighting experience, Terminix knows how to handle everything from wasps in the summer to rodents in the winter. We tailor our pest control services in Ames to protect homes year-round from whatever nature brings.
Peak pest season in Ames
Pest activity in Ames typically spikes from late spring through early fall, when temperatures rise and humidity attracts various pests, including ants, wasps, and mosquitoes. Rodents, on the other hand, become more active indoors as the weather cools. Regular inspections and year-round pest control in Ames can help keep your home protected, regardless of the time of year.
How to help prevent pests in Ames
No matter the season, there are several practical steps you can take to prevent pests from moving into your Iowa home. Here are some simple habits that can make a big difference:
- Keep food sealed and clean up crumbs promptly
- Fix leaky faucets and eliminate standing water
- Seal cracks around windows, doors, and foundations
- Store firewood away from your home
- Schedule regular pest inspections to stay ahead of infestations
Stinging insect control in Ames
From wasps near porches to hornets nesting in trees, stinging insects become a major nuisance during Ames’s summer months. Their aggressive behavior can be dangerous, especially around your kids or pets. Our stinging insect control in Ames removes nests, treats high-risk areas, and helps reduce the likelihood of reinfestation.
Ant exterminators in Ames
If you’ve noticed lines of ants marching through your Ames home after a summer rain, you’re not alone. Local humidity and nearby farmland make our area a hotspot for ant activity. And once they settle in, they can be tough to evict. That’s where Terminix ant control in Ames comes in. We inspect, treat, and help prevent future infestations using methods that are effective against local species, like odorous house ants and pavement ants.
Rodent removal in Ames
When temperatures drop, rodents in Ames start seeking shelter, and your walls or attic are perfect spots. They can chew through wires, contaminate food, and leave a mess behind. With our rodent control services in Ames, we locate entry points, remove infestations, and keep your home protected from unwanted rats and mice.
FAQs about pest control
Terminix provides homeowners in the Ames area with a variety of pest and wildlife control services. We offer ongoing pest control for year-round pest protection as well as crawl space encapsulation. We also offer termite control plans, mosquito control plans, bed bug control programs, wildlife control, attic insulation installation, gutter cover installation, and more. Contact your local area Terminix branch to set up a free inspection.
Terminix provides a wide variety of pest control solutions for homeowners in Ames. Pricing will vary based on the program, the type of pest in your home, your desired level of coverage, and your physical location. Click here to get a custom quote and checkout online.
Most of our services can be purchased online for fast service requests and contactless payment. Choose the date that works best for you during the checkout process. You can also call your local Ames area branch to set up an inspection.
Yes. Set up a free inspection and consultation for your property by contacting the Ames area branch closest to you.
Yes. Our termite professionals can perform a wood destroying insect inspection and complete a WDIR to satisfy the sale of a home. Please call your local Ames area branch to set up an inspection.
Please contact your local Terminix branch in Ames. We’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.