Southwest Fort Worth

Perimeter Pest Control In Southwest Fort Worth, TX

Perimeter Pest Control for Outside Your Home in Southwest Fort Worth

The thought of spiders and ants crawling through your home is unsettling for any homeowner. Our Perimeter Shield service is designed to stop these pests before they enter your home. By targeting the exterior, we prevent insects like spiders and ants from seeking shelter, food, or a place to breed inside your living space. Keep those annoying insects out of your home with our proven, effective solution.

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    Eliminate Spiders and Ants on Contact

    Our treatment targets and eliminates pests around your home’s perimeter, stopping them before they invade.

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    Prevent Future Infestations

    By addressing common entry points and pest hotspots, our service helps prevent future insect infestations.

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    Create a Barrier Around Your Home

    Our solution forms a protective barrier to keep spiders, ants, and other crawling insects outside where they belong.

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Win the backyard battle this year.

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      Request Your Free Quote

      We’re out to kill spiders and ants, not your budget. We’ll be upfront about all costs, and you’ll know exactly what payments will look like before you start. Speak to one of our professionals today about getting a quote for your property.
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      Schedule Your Service

      Once you’ve received a quote, you can move forward and begin seeing a difference with our services. Any spiders and ants in the area will be killed on contact and a barrier created to deter new spiders and ants from coming in. It takes less than 48 hours to notice a difference.
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      Get Back Outside

      You no longer have to wonder what life would be like without spiders and ants. Go back to enjoying any and all outdoor activities without unwanted guests. Taking care of spiders and ants on your property has never been easier.

    Common Spiders found in and around Fort Worth

    • brown recluse

      Brown Recluse (Loxosceles reclusa)

      Identification: Light to dark brown body with a distinctive violin-shaped marking on its back. About the size of a quarter (including legs). Six eyes arranged in pairs (most spiders have eight).

      Habitat: Dark, undisturbed areas such as closets, attics, and garages. Under furniture, inside cardboard boxes, and in woodpiles. Often found indoors rather than in web structures.

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      Black Widow (Latrodectus mactans)

      Identification: Shiny black body with a red hourglass marking on the underside of the abdomen. Females are about 1.5 inches long, while males are much smaller. Legs are long and slender.

      Habitat: Found in sheltered, quiet spaces such as sheds, garages, and crawl spaces. Often builds irregular, messy webs near ground level. Likes woodpiles, stacked bricks, and outdoor furniture.

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      Wolf Spider (Hogna spp.)

      Identification: Large, hairy, and brown with mottled patterns for camouflage. No webs; hunts prey on the ground. Can grow up to 2 inches, including legs.

      Habitat: Found in yards, gardens, and under rocks or logs. Often seen indoors during cooler months. Fast runners and active hunters, not web spinners.

    Common Ants found in and around Fort Worth

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      Fire Ant (Solenopsis invicta)

      Identification: Reddish-brown body with a darker abdomen. Workers range from 1/8 to 1/4 inch in size. Aggressive and will sting multiple times, causing painful welts.

      Habitat: Builds large mounds in open, sunny areas like lawns, fields, and roadsides. Can invade homes in search of food and water. Often found near electrical equipment, leading to damage.

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      Texas Leafcutter Ant (Atta texana)

      Identification: Large (¼ to ½ inch) reddish-brown ants. Has large, powerful mandibles used for cutting leaves. Forms massive underground colonies.

      Habitat: Found in rural areas, gardens, and fields. Strips leaves from plants and trees for fungus cultivation. Can be destructive to landscaping.

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      Red Harvester Ant (Pogonomyrmex barbatus)

      Identification: Medium to large ants, ranging from ¼ to ½ inch in size. Reddish-brown body with a square-shaped head and long, powerful mandibles. Covered in fine hairs, especially on the underside of the head. Unlike fire ants, they are less aggressive but can deliver a painful sting.

      Habitat: Found in dry, open areas, including fields, prairies, and sandy soils. Builds large, bare-soil nests with a central mound and visible foraging trails. Prefers well-drained soil, avoiding overly wet environments. Often seen in rural or undeveloped areas rather than urban settings.

    High-Risk Environments in and around Fort Worth

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      Residential Neighborhoods

      Why? Yards with trees, shrubs, and gardens provide shelter for spiders and ants. Standing water in birdbaths, clogged gutters, and overwatered lawns attract mosquitoes. Outdoor lighting draws insects, which in turn attract spiders.

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      Golf Courses & Sports Fields

      Why? Sprinkler systems and water hazards contribute to mosquito breeding. Manicured lawns and gardens attract ants looking for food sources. Floodlights and evening games draw insects, attracting spiders.

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      Parks & Greenbelts

      Why? Dense vegetation and wooded areas create ideal habitats for spiders and ants. Bodies of water, creeks, and ponds provide breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Fallen logs, leaf litter, and tall grass offer hiding spots for various pests.

    What to Expect from Our Perimeter Pest Control Service.

    Insects like spiders and ants aren’t just a nuisance—they’re looking to make your home their home. Seasonal changes in Texas can cause insects to seek refuge inside, making it crucial to have a year-round plan that keeps them out. With our Perimeter Shield service, we treat the exterior of your home to stop pests before they get in.

    Our seasonal approach ensures that your home is protected throughout the year. Our trained technicians perform treatments every 60 to 75 days, starting in early spring. During each visit, they focus on areas with active insect activity and potential entry points, ensuring your home remains a free from annoying insects like spiders and ants.

    Key Benefits:

    • Year-Round Protection: Regular treatments ensure continuous protection, even as insect activity changes with the seasons.
    • Targeted Treatment: Our technicians focus on high-risk areas around your home, such as entry points and places with visible signs of pest activity.
    • Minimized Encounters: By addressing problem areas outside, we significantly reduce the chance of encountering pests inside your home.
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    Frequently Asked Questions About Perimeter Pest Control in Southwest Fort Worth

    Why is perimeter pest control important in Fort Worth?
    Texas’ warm, humid climate attracts pests like spiders and ants, which seek shelter inside homes to escape weather changes. Perimeter pest control prevents these insects from entering your home, keeping them where they belong—outside.
    What insects does Perimeter Shield target?
    Perimeter Shield focuses on preventing and eliminating crawling insects such as spiders, ants, and other common outdoor pests that can find their way inside your home.
    How often are the perimeter pest control treatments?
    We recommend treatments every 60 to 75 days, starting in early spring. Consistent treatment ensures that these annoying pests don’t get inside your home throughout the year, especially as pest activity increases with changing seasons.
    When is the best time to start pest control treatments?
    The best time to begin is early spring, when pest activity starts to increase. Regular treatments throughout the year will help keep pests from seeking refuge inside your home during seasonal changes.
    What areas of my home are treated with Perimeter Shield?
    Our technicians apply treatment to the foundation, eaves, windows, doors, and any areas showing signs of insect activity. We also inspect for cracks or crevices that may serve as entry points and recommend repairs where necessary.
    What about my kids and pets?
    Like with our mosquito and tick control services, once our Perimeter Shield product is applied and dries it is OK for kids and pets to be outside enjoying their time in your yard.
    Can Perimeter Shield prevent ants from causing damage to my home?
    Yes, Perimeter Shield not only prevents ants from entering your home but also targets them before they can cause structural damage or become a nuisance inside.
    How do I know if perimeter pest control is available in my area?
    Perimeter Shield is available in most Fort Worth locations. However, since service availability may vary, please contact your local provider to confirm if it’s offered in your area.
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