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A lot of Tennessee homeowners avoid getting preventative pest control because it seems like a waste of money. Why spend your hard-earned dollars to stop something that hasn’t happened yet? The short answer is that investing in preventative pest control now can save you a lot of money in the future. Tennessee is a place where the risk of a pest infestation is high. Our climate lends itself to pest activity; there is a lot of termite activity here, and an unprotected home is at great risk of an infestation.
If you need more concrete evidence that preventative pest control is worth the cost, All-American Pest Control has put together information to help you compare preventative and emergency plans, termite damage repair costs, and the long-term financial impact of ignoring preventative services.
How Much Does Preventive Pest Control Cost in Tennessee?
Preventative pest control is not without cost. Most services include monthly fees, but you get a lot for the price you pay. For example, All-American Pest Control’s Perimeter Plus service starts as low as $39 per month and includes all of the following:
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Coverage for over 47 different pests
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Exterior preventative applications
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Outdoor misting treatments
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Winter granule perimeter band
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Indoor treatments upon request
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No contracts
You get routine, quarterly treatments to protect your home from pests throughout each season of the year. If you don’t want year-round service, you can request one-time services instead. The total cost will depend on several factors, including your home’s square footage, the size of your yard, the type of treatment needed, and more.
How Much Does Emergency Pest Treatment Cost in Tennessee?
Imagine you’ve avoided preventive pest control due to cost. One day, you notice a bunch of insect wings on your windowsill. You call All-American Pest Control and we visit your home to conduct a free home evaluation. So far, so good! You haven’t spent any money.
Unfortunately, during our home inspection, we discovered that those insect wings aren’t from harmless pests; they belong to termites. You now have to get pest control that will not just prevent, but also eliminate the active termite infestation. And your expenses might not stop there.
If termites have swarmed in your house, it means a well-established colony is present. That means that the colony has been in your house for quite a while and has possibly caused quite a bit of damage already. You’ll need to get that damage repaired for the safety of your home and family. Instead of just the cost of preventative pest control, you’ve now spent far more, and likely been far more stressed out, than if you’d avoided an infestation in the first place.
How Expensive Is Termite Damage Repair in Tennessee Homes?
How much would it actually cost you to repair the termite damage in your house? Is it really that much more expensive than getting preventative services? Although the price of repairs will vary based on the severity and location of the damage, it’s estimated that the average termite damage repair bill is around $3000. Minor repairs may be as little as $600, while major damage can cost you upwards of $10,000 or even more. Unfortunately, most homeowners’ insurance plans don’t cover termite damage.
Termites usually damage the structural elements of your house, including floor joists and framing. These areas cost more to repair than other sections of your home. Additionally, termites work from the inside of the wood out, so damage can go undetected for months, allowing the termites plenty of time to cause extensive damage before it’s discovered.
Why Is Tennessee’s Climate a Major Factor in Pest Risk
When you live in a place like Tennessee, pest infestations aren’t just possible; they’re likely. Pests thrive in warm, humid climates, which also allow many pests to survive year-round. Even if they go dormant in the winter, once spring starts to warm up, pest activity and breeding will go into overdrive.
In the summer, there’s still plenty of moisture to keep pests happy. Mosquitoes, termites, and cockroaches all love the humidity and excess moisture that can be found in and around Tennessee homes. As the temperature starts to drop in the fall, all pests have to do is move indoors to stay active and survive the winter.
Does Preventive Pest Control Lower Long-Term Costs?
Preventative pest control lowers long-term costs. It does so in several key ways. First, preventative care stops small issues before they have a chance to escalate. For example, if ants start showing up in your yard, preventative pest control will stop them from getting into your house.
Preventative pest control also provides routine inspections so that issues can be detected early. This not only stops infestations before they begin, but also prevents costly structural damage. If we can stop termites before they get into your house, we can stop damage before it occurs.
Avoiding infestations means you don’t have to pay for curative pest control treatments, ongoing restorative services, and home repairs. Although there is a cost to preventative pest control, it is far less than what you will pay if you end up dealing with even just one major infestation in your home.
What Protection Do Quarterly Plans Provide That DIY Products Do Not?
Sometimes homeowners skip professional preventative pest control and opt for do-it-yourself pest control instead. Although DIY prevention plays a part in a solid pest prevention plan, DIY isn’t enough on its own. The limitations of DIY products and treatments are many.
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DIY treatments only treat surface-level problems
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DIY treatments don’t provide structural inspections by trained professionals
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DIY treatments offer no ongoing pest monitoring
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DIY treatments don’t come with a warranty
What does professional preventative pest control offer that DIY can’t?
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Routine inspections
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Targeted seasonal treatments
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Commercial-grade products
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Free call-back visits if pests return
Do Preventive Pest Control Plans Offer Guarantees?
One of the best things about All-American’s pest control plans is the guarantees. You not only get reliable service to protect your home from pests throughout the year, but you also get additional peace of mind that we’re doing everything we can to keep your house pest-free. Our service plans include:
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Free re-treatments between scheduled visits if pests are discovered
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Annual termite inspections
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Ongoing monitoring
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Written service agreements so there’s no ambiguity
When Is Preventive Pest Control Most Worth It?
Maybe you’re still not convinced that preventative pest control is worth it. Although we strongly recommend that every Tennessee home implement routine preventative pest control services, certain scenarios make it a must-have. If you fall into any of these scenarios, give All-American Pest Control a call:
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Your home has had previous termite activity
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You have an older home with a crawl space
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Your home is surrounded by trees or heavy vegetation
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You’re planning to sell your home soon
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You want consistent year-round pest protection for your home and family
Call All-American to Implement Your Preventative Pest Control Plan Today
Preventative pest control is well worth the price. It will save you money in the long-term, as well as provide you with peace of mind knowing that your home is protected from pests of all kinds. Get in touch with All-American Pest Control today to schedule your free home evaluation and get on your way to a well-protected home.
Comprehensive Pest Control Solutions in Nashville, TN & Nearby Areas
Since 1961, All-American Pest Control has been your go-to team of trusted pest experts for homes, businesses, and home builders throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Our expert team offers termite treatments, mosquito reduction, rodent removal, ant and spider control, and wasp nest removal—keeping your property protected year-round. As a local, family-owned company, we take pride in offering reliable, professional pest solutions with outstanding customer service.
We proudly serve: Franklin, Nolensville, Spring Hill, College Grove, Grassland, Cool Springs, Fieldstone Farms, Sullivan Farms, Forrest Crossing, Bent Creek, Bridgemore Village, Kings’ Chapel, Downtown Franklin, The Highlands at Ladd Park, Berry Farms, Polk Place, Rebel Meadows, River Landing, Rogershire, Shadow Green, Simmons Ridge, Southall Heights, Fernvale, Fountain Heights, Ehtridge, Lawrenceburg, Thompson Station, Santa Fe, and the entire Williamson County and Greater Nashville areas.
For trusted pest control in Nashville, TN, and these surrounding communities, contact All-American Pest Control today! Call (615) 824-8814 or Schedule a Free Consultation online.