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Precision Pest Control

Collin County, Texas

Pest Control Plano, TX

Precision Pest Control works with Plano homeowners, property managers and businesses in a city of 285,494 people, from older streets near Downtown Plano to the corporate campuses around Legacy West. Termites, roaches, wasps, rats and mosquitoes are the main targets, and inspections for termites and other pests can be arranged for sales. Plans from $57, with eco-friendly products.

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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 Plano

Termites, Roaches and Mosquitoes in Plano Homes Beside Creeks and Preserves

Subterranean termites

Subterranean Termite Control in Plano

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension says termite swarms across the state are heaviest in spring and early summer. Swarmers or their wings on window sills, in spider webs or near indoor lights are the clue, along with mud tubes on slabs. The same source suggests that porch and step lumber rest on concrete, held clear of the ground by 6 inches or more.

Smokybrown cockroaches

Cockroach Control in Plano

AgriLife describes smokybrown cockroaches as dark brown to black insects, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches long, common outdoors in humid parts of Texas. They favor moist, sheltered places such as mulch, soffits and tree holes. The extension also says a roach seen in daylight usually means a large population, and that gaps around plumbing should be caulked.

Mosquitoes and West Nile virus

Mosquito Control in Plano

Collin County Health Care Services works with the cities on West Nile surveillance and public education, and advises long sleeves, EPA-approved repellent, removing standing water and repairing screens. Texas DSHS adds that there is no treatment or human vaccine for the virus, which is why bite prevention carries so much weight in Plano.

Paper wasps

Wasp Nest Removal in Plano

Paper wasps hang open, umbrella-shaped combs from eaves and other structures, says Texas A&M's field guide, and mature nests may hold 20 to 30 adults. Fertilized queens overwinter in cracks in buildings or under bark, then start new nests in spring. Because stings can be serious for sensitive people, removal near doors deserves care.

Roof rats

Rodent Control in Plano

A Texas A&M city bugs article says roof rats can use a gap under a door as narrow as 1/2 inch, and that droppings show where to set traps in an attic. It cautions that chewed wiring can start fires. Brass or stainless steel wool, cement and sparing amounts of low-expansion foam are named as exclusion materials.

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  • Cockroach Control
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  • Wasp Nest Removal
  • Rodent Control
Pest control treatment in Plano, TX

Seasonal Pest Control in Plano

  1. Spring, the wettest stretch

    May brings the most rain, and AgriLife ties termite swarms to spring and early summer. Paper wasp queens are also starting nests under eaves. Check for swarmer wings, new mud tubes and small nests while they are still easy to deal with.

  2. Summer heat

    Mosquitoes breed in whatever holds water, so Collin County's prevention advice about standing water matters most now. Roaches seek moisture and warmth, which speeds their growth, so leaking irrigation and damp mulch beside walls invite them.

  3. Fall and cold snaps

    As nights cool, rodents look for warm cavities, and mated paper wasp females leave their nests for cracks in buildings where they overwinter. Fall is a practical time to seal entry gaps, screen soffits and trim limbs touching the roof.

Not sure what you are dealing with in Plano?

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

(512) 561-7451

8 questions answered

Plano Pest Control FAQ

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

When do termites swarm in Plano?

Termite swarms in Texas are heaviest in spring and early summer, according to AgriLife. Wings on window sills or near lights mean a colony is close. Book an inspection if you find wings indoors, since hidden wood damage is the part you cannot see, and ask us to check the slab edge and crawl areas too.

Why do I see roaches in a clean Plano house?

Roaches need moisture, warmth and a gap, not a messy kitchen. AgriLife says larger species slip in through poor door seals, soffits and floor drains, and that a daytime sighting often means many more are hiding. Seal gaps, fix leaks and keep drain traps filled with water.

What can I do about mosquitoes in my Plano yard?

Start with standing water: Collin County recommends emptying containers, and it also urges repellent, long sleeves and good screens. Texas DSHS notes that avoiding bites is the best defense against West Nile virus. A yard mosquito treatment can cut the number of mosquitoes around seating and play areas.

What should I do about wasps nesting under Plano eaves?

Do not disturb it. Paper wasps can sting repeatedly, and reactions can be severe for allergic people. Texas A&M notes that nests are open combs and that colonies decline in late summer. Our wasp removal handles nests near doors, balconies and garages.

How much is pest service in Plano?

Plans start at $57, with the price set by property size and the pest involved. We give you a free estimate before any work begins. Reach us at (512) 561-7451 or use the online form, and describe the problem.

Can I order a pre-listing inspection in Plano?

Yes. We inspect wood, slab lines and attic space for real estate transactions, and the report lays out any damage or activity found. Agents, buyers and sellers can then work from the same facts. Schedule online and give us your target closing date.

Can you handle pests at Plano offices and restaurants?

Yes. We serve offices, restaurants, retail centers and medical suites throughout Plano, concentrating on drains, kitchens, dumpsters and shared walls. We use eco-friendly products on commercial jobs as well as homes. Request a free estimate online to get started.

What seals a Plano attic against rats?

Fill any opening bigger than a coin the size of a quarter, because roof rats squeeze through holes like that. Texas A&M recommends steel wool, cement and a small amount of low-expansion foam, followed by snap traps checked daily. Scratching above the ceiling means they are already inside, so find the entry first.

Plano, Texas

Why Plano Is a Hotspot for Pests

Plano covers about 72 square miles of Collin County, and its parks and preserves, including 800-acre Oak Point and 200-acre Arbor Hills, run beside dense housing and office parks. Green corridors and warm summers give pests food, water and shelter close to doors.

Plano is the largest city in Collin County, with 285,494 residents at the 2020 census, and a small piece of it reaches into Denton County. It sits about 715 feet above sea level on roughly 72 square miles. The city draws its water from Lake Lavon through the North Texas Municipal Water District, and Rowlett Creek flows near Bob Woodruff Park on the east side.

Parks tie much of the city together: Bob Woodruff Park and Oak Point Park are linked by trails, and a tree in Bob Woodruff Park is estimated to be over 200 years old. Climate is humid subtropical, and May is the wettest month on average. Wet springs, parkland and 107,320 households give termites, roaches, wasps and mosquitoes a lot to work with.

Homes in Plano, TX

Local field notes

What our technicians check first on a Plano property

Unique to Plano

What Makes Plano Different for Pest Control

Mature trees, mulch beds and shared walls in Plano

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

  1. Trees and landscaping can double as a bridge for pests. Branches that brush a roof give rats a path to the attic, and thick mulch against a wall holds moisture that roaches like. Pull mulch back from the foundation, trim limbs and keep wood from touching soil.

  2. Townhomes and condos share walls, so a problem next door can show up in your kitchen. During the first visit we map entry points, treat live activity with eco-friendly products, and give a short list of fixes, such as sealing pipe gaps, adding door sweeps and clearing gutters, so the work holds.

Areas We Serve Around Plano

  • Downtown Plano
  • Legacy West
  • Willow Bend
  • Oak Point
  • Arbor Hills
  • Bob Woodruff Park area
  • Turnpike Commons
  • Richardson
  • McKinney

Plan your Plano pest service

Free Plano estimates can be requested online from Precision Pest Control, with plans from $57. Our number is (512) 561-7451.