Frequently Asked Questions
MOISTURE CONTROL
The short answer is yes. While builders once believed crawl space vents allowed air and moisture to move freely out of the crawl space, they actually invite more moisture in. This can lead to issues like condensation, damaged insulation, fungus growth, and rotting building materials.
We recommend installing a dehumidifier in the crawl space — but only after having all crawl space vents sealed. Otherwise, you’ll have a dehumidifier that’s trying to dehumidify the outdoors!
We typically install a dehumidifier at the end of a crawl space encapsulation project. Crawl space encapsulation involves 1) removing any standing water or fungus, 2) air sealing and applying spray foam insulation, 3) installing a vapor barrier along the floor and walls, and 4) installing an ATMOX dehumidifier to keep moisture levels under control. The ATMOX system provides state-of-the-art dehumidification that you can monitor as needed from the comfort of your living space.
Again, our answer is yes. It’s best to treat the crawl space like the other living spaces in your home if you want optimum indoor air quality, efficiency, and comfort. Insulation and moisture barriers are excellent solution for crawl spaces because they offer not only moisture remediation but temperature control as well.
Installing a dehumidifier and Atmox crawl space ventilation system.
Through the use of controls, fans and optional dehumidifier, the ATMOX system will reduce & monitor the moisture conditions in the crawlspace.
ROACH CONTROL
The most common culprit is poor housekeeping. But cleaning your kitchen, floors, and bathrooms sometimes isn’t enough. Roaches are accomplished hitchhikers, which means they can also get in by riding boxes, hiding in furniture, and latching onto other items brought into your home. Furthermore, roaches can enter through cracks and gaps in your walls and drains or sewer pipes. So your best bet is to call (910) 540-1030 to schedule your FREE roach inspection! We’ll pinpoint the type of roach you have and the issue causing them to come back for more.
Not only are roaches one of the most common pest problems in Wilmington, NC, but they’re also one of the hardest to eliminate. The reason for this is roaches are often scattered throughout your home, have high breeding potential, and can develop a resistance to pesticides. This is problematic because roaches transfer E. coli and salmonella from one food source to the next. So if you’re dealing with a roach problem, or simply want to protect your home from future infestations, please call (910) 540-1030 today!
The answer depends on the species and severity of the infestation. Keep in mind many over-the-counter solutions are ineffective and sometimes even make the problem worse. Roaches are incredibly adaptable, which means they can scatter through your home and develop a resistance to do-it-yourself treatments. So we recommend calling (910) 540-1030 to schedule your FREE roach inspection. This will allow us to give you an estimate of how long it’ll take to get rid of roaches in your home.
ANT CONTROL
Ants invade homes looking for food and water. So if you leave dirty dishes in the sink, food residue on your counters, or crumbs on the floor, you’re essentially inviting meal-seeking ants into your home. This becomes a problem when those ants set up their nests in your walls, on your lawn, and around your home’s foundation.
Ant infestations are a pretty big deal. One of the biggest problems related to ants is food contamination. Ants carry bacteria on their bodies, which spreads when they crawl in your sink and across your countertops. Now, only a few ant species carry insect-borne diseases, but finding any ants in your home is an unpleasant surprise.
To get your ant problem under control, a proper inspection is your very first step. This allows us to design a unique program for your specific situation. So please give us a call at (910) 540-1030 to schedule your ant inspection. Our team is thoroughly trained in eliminating ant colonies and will keep these pests where they belong: out of your business and home.
BED BUG TREATMENT
The answer to this question depends on your mattress’s condition and the size of the bed bug infestation. If there are holes or tears in the mattress, bed bugs and their eggs may be nested inside. So we usually recommend discarding the mattress in this case. But if your mattress is in good shape and the infestation isn’t severe, we carry mattress safe encasements and active guard liners. Both of these products are effective as preventative and proactive bed bug treatments.
Let’s set the record straight… bed bugs do NOT transmit diseases through their bites. They do, however, suck blood from their host with piercing mouthparts, but the bite itself is painless. Bed bugs also do not live under the skin. Their bites often appear as red, itchy bumps or welts on the skin, usually on the arms or shoulders. So if you’re noticing bites like this on your skin, please call us at (910) 540-1030 today!
After we treat your home for bed bugs, we recommend that you inspect any used furniture you purchase before bringing it into your home. This is especially true for bed frames, mattresses, and couches. We also recommend that you check for bed bugs in your hotel room while traveling. You may want to inspect or vacuum your luggage and wash any clothing you used on this trip once you get home.
Pricing for bed bug treatments starts at $300 per room. Your exact price will depend on the size of the infestation and how many rooms are affected. So we recommend you call (910) 540-1030 to schedule your bed bug inspection today! We’ll check your mattress, box spring, bed frame, head & footboards, furniture, walls, and carpet for these blood-sucking pests.
This depends on the severity of your bed bug infestation. On average, our bed bug treatments take 30 minutes to 2 hours per room to complete. Furthermore, it’s unlikely that all the bed bugs will be killed in the initial treatment, so we recommend two follow-up visits spaced ten days apart. To get an accurate estimate, please call (910) 540-1030. We’ll gladly answer this question and any other bed bug questions you have.
We guarantee our bed bug treatment for a minimum of 120 days. Of course, most of our customers enjoy the results of our bed bug treatment for much longer than that. We do a great job of assessing your unique situation, implementing a proper solution, and monitoring activity after the job is done! To schedule your service, please call (910) 540-1030.
flea control
Flea infestations usually start with your cat or dog. These pests attach themselves to your pets when they’re outside, and then infest their fur and areas they sleep indoors. This means to control fleas successfully, you need to treat the inside of your home and your yard! Luckily, Healthy Home Pest Control can help. If you’re dealing with a flea infestation, or want to safeguard your home from these jumping pests, call (910) 540-1030 today!
Flea bites leave you with swollen, itchy marks. Hence the reason why your pets scratch so much after they’ve been bitten. And, in some cases, flea bites cause allergic reactions in humans. But the real problem is fleas carry insect-borne diseases just like mosquitoes and ticks. According to the CDC, the number of illnesses caused by flea bites tripled from 2004 to 2016. So if you’re dealing with a flea infestation, you need to act fast!
Flea control starts with your pet(s). There are plenty of options available to treat your cat or dog, and these should be discussed with your veterinarian. Next, call us at (910) 540-1030 to schedule your flea treatment. We’ll inspect your home, then use an insecticide and insect growth regulator to kill adult fleas and prevent future generations from breeding.
Fleas love warm-blooded animals, like your pets. They consume 15 times their body weight in blood, which can cause anemia and significant blood loss. So we recommend that you supplement your flea and tick preventative with 2-3 flea treatments during the warmer months in Wilmington, NC. This will create an additional line of defense from these pests.
After we treat your yard for fleas, you need to ensure the product is completely dry before going outside. Depending on a variety of factors, like outdoor temperatures and humidity, we recommend you wait at least an hour to re-enter the service area. After this time has elapsed, it is safe for you and your family to enjoy your deck, pool, and yard again!
BEE AND WASP CONTROL
Technically yes, but it’s not something we recommend because when a nest is threatened, bees often attack in swarms. If you insist on removing a nest on your own, we recommend that you follow standard safety procedures, use a bee suit, and proceed with caution.
Yes, but it’s not something we recommend. It takes special skills to remove stinging insects safely. Hornets and yellow jackets are far more challenging (and dangerous) to remove than paper wasps. So if you decide to treat a nest on your own, please proceed with caution. Follow standard safety protocols like treating the nest at night and wearing a wasp suit sealed at the wrists, ankles, and collar.
We know how scary stumbling upon a wasp nest is. This is especially true if you or a loved one are allergic to wasp stings. So we do our best to remove wasp nests from homes in our service area within 24 hours. If you’re dealing with hornets, yellow jackets, paper wasps, or any other stinging insects, please give us a call at (910) 540-1030 today!
Yes! For roughly 24 hours, you will see foraging bees return to their nest which is no longer there. They may be irritated, so we recommend staying away from the recently treated area until they’re no longer present.
Bees leave behind a scent that attracts other bees to the area. So after you remove a hive, you must clean the area with a strong disinfectant and seal the openings with a caulking compound. The team at Healthy Home Pest Control can handle this entire process for you from start to finish. To schedule your bee removal service, please call (910) 540-1030 today!
If you’re dealing with a bee problem in Wilmington, NC, you’re in luck! With over 99 years of experience, we’re the leading bee removal company in the area. To see a list of the cities we serve, take a look at our service area maps.
Spider Control
Spiders enter your home through loose screens and cracks under your windows and doors. They move indoors, searching for food, mates, warmth, and moisture. In fact, the presence of other pests is a common reason spiders come inside; they’re on the hunt for prey. This is why part of our spider control program also targets common household pests. Spiders never stop trying to enter your home, and the team at Healthy Home Pest Control never stops working to keep them out. So if you’re dealing with a spider problem, please give us a call at (910) 540-1030.
Most spiders pose little to no threat to humans, but some species deliver painful bites that cause medical issues. In the United States, the two most common species of venomous spiders are black widows and brown recluse. If you spot either of these, please give us a call at (910) 540-1030! It’s important we protect your family and pets from these poisonous pests.
Our technicians are experts at eliminating spiders and other common household pests. Keeping spiders out of your home is an ongoing effort, not a one-time treatment, so we recommend subscribing to our monthly protection plan. This service takes care of ants, roaches, spiders, rodents, and many other common household pests in Wilmington, NC.
Yes! All our spider control products are applied by thoroughly trained technicians who follow standard safety measures to ensure your family and pets are kept safe before, during, and after your spider control service. If you have any questions, give us a call at (910) 540-1030 today!
Termite Control
Yes! Termite Inspections are 100% FREE for homeowners. During this time, we will check for termites and conditions that are conducive to their existence. To schedule your termite inspection, call (910) 540-1030 today!
If you have a termite problem, you need to act fast! These pests cause an estimated $5 billion in damages each year. So please give us a call at (910) 540-1030! We’ll do our best to treat your home within 24-48 hours.
Yes! We guarantee our liquid treatment and bait stations for one year. This includes an inspection, report, and re-treatment if any termites are found.
Healthy Home Pest Control will get to the termites before they get to you! Our termite treatment creates a protective barrier around your home, plus we check your property every year (for up to 456 years) for termite activity. If we discover termites during this time, we’ll re-treat your home at no cost to you! This truly is the best way to protect your home from these pests.
Absolutely! Termites cause an estimated $5 billion in property damage and repairs every year across the United States. So if your home isn’t protected with a termite treatment like ours, your home is susceptible to termite damage which may go unnoticed until it’s too late! So please give us a call at (910) 540-1030 to schedule your termite inspection.
Rodent Control
To get rid of rodents, it’s important to determine the exact species you’re dealing with. For example, if you have rats and select mice traps, the trapping mechanism isn’t large enough for the rats. Conversely, if you have mice and choose rat traps, the traps most likely won’t trigger for a mouse. Plus, each species behaves differently. Our highly-trained technicians know exactly where to look and what to look for. Understanding the differences between species increases our rodent program’s success, which is what separates us from the competition.
A lot of homeowners try do-it-yourself or over-the-counter solutions. The problem with this approach is it sometimes causes rodents to spread around your house, plus it’s often not enough to deal with large populations. Here at Healthy Home Pest Control, our technicians are trained to diagnose the problem, think outside of the box, and come up with solutions that make sense for you. If you’re dealing with a rat or mice problem, or want to protect yourself from future infestations, please call us at (910) 540-1030!
Absolutely! Our rodent control service is performed by thoroughly trained technicians who place baits and set traps according to the law. Our goal is to ensure your children and pets are kept safe before, during, and after your rodent control service. To schedule your first visit, please give us a call at (910) 540-1030. We’re happy to answer any questions you have!