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Precision Pest Control

Mobile County, Alabama

Pest Control Services in Mobile, Alabama

Precision Pest Control covers Mobile and Mobile County, handling houses and commercial properties at the head of Mobile Bay, from Midtown, Oakleigh Garden and Spring Hill to Prichard and Spanish Fort. Gulf humidity shapes the work: Formosan and other subterranean termites, American cockroaches, mosquitoes, fire ants and yellowjackets. Inspections for termites and other pests are offered for sales. After a free estimate, plans run from $57.

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Tell us what you are seeing and where. We will recommend a plan for your home or business, with service plans from $57.

  1. 1Request your free estimateOnline or by phone, for a home, rental or business.
  2. 2We inspect and explainYou see where pests get in and what the plan covers.
  3. 3Service plans from $57Eco-friendly products, built around your property.

What we treat

Exterminator Services We Offer in Mobile

Formosan Termite, Roach and Mosquito Help for Mobile's Humid Gulf Coast Properties

Formosan subterranean termites

Formosan Termite Control in Mobile

Alabama Extension calls the Formosan termite the most dreaded destroyer of homes and says it is most prevalent in the hot, humid coastal counties of Mobile and Baldwin. Extension adds that a swarm after sunset suggests Formosans, which fly from May through June, while a noon swarm points to the native species. Fix leaks, clear stumps and wood debris, and schedule inspections.

American cockroaches

Cockroach Control in Mobile

Extension describes the American cockroach as a large peridomestic species that generally lives and breeds outside and wanders in. In a city this damp, that means drains, mulch, and gaps around the building. Its advice is to seal the perimeter and reduce excess moisture and organic matter around the home. Asian cockroaches look like German roaches but fly in after dark.

Culex mosquitoes

Mosquito Control in Mobile

The state health department reports that West Nile virus tops the list of mosquito-borne illnesses reported in Alabama, spread mainly by Culex mosquitoes, and that mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk. Empty flowerpots, gutters, tires and pet dishes, scrub containers weekly, cover rain barrels, and fill low spots where Gulf downpours collect.

Imported fire ants

Fire Ant Control in Mobile

Colonies are active throughout Alabama, according to Extension. Bait in spring and fall when the weather is dry and no rain is coming for 12 to 24 hours, then treat mounds about a week later. Morning or evening works best, since ants forage less in midday heat, and a mound treatment a week later finishes the job.

Yellowjackets

Wasp and Yellowjacket Removal in Mobile

Alabama Extension says yellowjackets nest underground in abandoned rodent holes and above ground in eaves, wall voids and crawlspaces, peaking in late summer and fall. Mowing near a burrow can trigger a swarm. Treat nests after dark, stay clear for 24 hours, and call a licensed professional for large or indoor nests.

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Seasonal Pest Control in Mobile

  1. Spring, March to May

    Termites leave winter nests as it warms, and Extension says swarms usually follow rain on a warm, calm day. Formosan swarms follow in May and June after sunset. Fire ant bait goes out in spring.

  2. Summer, June to September

    July averages 82 degrees at 78 percent humidity, and frequent rain keeps containers full. Mosquitoes breed rapidly, roaches move toward moisture, and yellowjacket colonies keep growing. Apply fire ant bait in the cooler hours of morning or evening.

  3. Fall, October to November

    Yellowjackets get more aggressive as colonies fade, and Asian cockroaches, stink bugs and lady beetles seek shelter around walls and window frames. Fall is the second window for fire ant bait, under Extension's twice-yearly schedule.

  4. Winter, December to February

    January averages about 51 degrees, with highs near 61.5, so outdoor pests slow but do not vanish. Extension notes termites remain active across most of Alabama. Indoor roaches stay near water heaters, drains and kitchens.

Not sure what you are dealing with in Mobile?

Describe it on the phone and we will tell you what it likely is and how we would treat it. Estimates are free.

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8 questions answered

Mobile Pest Control FAQ

Looking for pest control near you in Mobile? Call (512) 561-7451 or request a free estimate.

Are Formosan termites in Mobile?

Yes. Alabama Extension says Formosan termites are most prevalent in the hot, humid coastal counties, naming Mobile and Baldwin. Evening swarms after sunset in May and June point to Formosans. A professional inspection can tell them from native subterranean termites.

How do I keep American cockroaches out of my Mobile home?

Extension says they live mostly outdoors and wander in, so seal the building perimeter and cut down moisture and organic matter near the walls. Check drains, pipe gaps and door thresholds. Heavy infestations usually need a professional.

Why do mosquitoes swarm in Mobile after rain?

Standing water lets Culex mosquitoes breed quickly in the warm, humid climate. The Alabama Department of Public Health urges dumping water from pots, tires, gutters and pet dishes, scrubbing containers weekly and using repellent at dawn and dusk.

Are there fire ants in Mobile?

Yes. They are statewide per Extension, and Mobile County is no exception. The routine is bait twice a year, in spring and fall, on dry days, followed by treatment of individual mounds about a week later.

When should I get a termite inspection in Mobile?

Alabama Extension suggests late spring or early summer for an annual inspection, and sooner if you see swarmers, mud tubes or damaged wood. In Mobile County, where Formosan termites are most prevalent, regular checks carry extra weight.

How much is pest service in Mobile?

A Mobile plan opens at $57, with the free estimate fixing the final price for your property. Complete the web request, or phone our line at (512) 561-7451, and describe the termites, roaches, ants or mosquitoes you notice.

Can a Mobile house get a termite check before a sale?

Yes. The inspector goes over foundations, porches, crawl spaces or slab edges and attics, looking for termite activity and any other trouble. Whoever is buying, selling or listing can book the visit on the website before closing, so findings surface early.

Is service available to Mobile businesses?

Yes. Restaurants, hotels, warehouses and stores around Mobile can set up a plan using eco-friendly products. Start with the online estimate form, noting drains, dumpsters and loading docks, so the quote fits your building and its pests.

Mobile, Alabama

Why Mobile Is a Hotspot for Pests

Mobile sits on the Mobile River at the head of Mobile Bay, and about 22.5 percent of its area is water. Alabama Extension names Mobile and Baldwin counties as the place where Formosan termites are most prevalent.

Mobile counted 187,041 residents in the 2020 census and averages only about 33 feet in elevation, though ground near the airport reaches 211 feet. It lies on the Mobile River at the head of Mobile Bay, covers 180 square miles of which 40.59 are water, and hosts Alabama's only deep-water port. Midtown, Oakleigh Garden, Spring Hill and Toulminville are among its neighborhoods.

The humid subtropical climate is the wettest of Alabama's three big cities: July averages 82 degrees, January 51, relative humidity runs about 75 percent through the year, and Mobile Regional Airport records 67.08 inches of precipitation annually. Warm winters, constant moisture and ship and rail traffic leave termites, roaches and mosquitoes few slow months.

Homes in Mobile, AL

Local field notes

What our technicians check first on a Mobile property

Unique to Mobile

What Makes Mobile Different for Pest Control

Drains, mulch and wood near the soil in Mobile

Local conditions decide where pests live and how they get in. These are the Mobile details that shape every plan we write here.

  1. Moisture is the common thread. Extension tells homeowners to keep the house and ground around it dry and clean, repair leaking roofs and pipes, and remove tree stumps and fallen logs. Termites look for water plus cellulose, so wood debris, wet flower beds and clogged gutters near the walls invite them.

  2. Seal gaps around plumbing and the foundation, and trim damp mulch back from siding. A visit from Precision Pest Control shows where moisture, entry points and wood contact are creating openings in a Mobile house, and anything active gets eco-friendly treatment.

Areas We Serve Around Mobile

  • Midtown
  • Oakleigh Garden
  • Spring Hill
  • Toulminville
  • Ashland Place
  • De Tonti Square
  • Church Street East
  • Prichard
  • Spanish Fort
  • Daphne

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