Turner Pest Control

Why is pest control necessary in Florida? Are there a lot of bugs in Sarasota Florida?

People who live in Sarasota appreciate the wonderful climate and (you know what’s coming next) so do a variety of pests. Some of these pests are merely annoying, but others can cause big problems: from contaminating food supplies to triggering allergies and asthma to damaging the structure of your home, triggering fires, and more. DIY treatments exist but, in many cases, it’s challenging to properly apply them without enough experience and training, and they can be harmful when incorrectly used. Plus, even when used appropriately, DIY treatments simply may not be effective.Here’s another issue

What kinds of Sarasota pest control services do you offer?

Residential services include these: Termite treatmentsMosquito controlRodent extermination Bed bug controlCockroach exterminationAnt treatmentsFlea and tick controlSpider treatmentsWasp controlEach of these pest control processes begin with a free pest inspection followed up by a personalized plan and customized quote for services. In addition, we offer:SMART TurnerGuard comprehensive termite/pest control plan

Does Florida have a termite problem? Is Sarasota termite treatment necessary?

The answer to the first question is a resounding yes. According to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, “In Florida, termites cause more damage to structures than fires, floods and storms combined. It is very important to protect your home from these very destructive insects.”Multiple termite species exist and the one posing the greatest threat in Sarasota is the Formosan, a subterranean termite. They create huge colonies, ones that can number in the millions and wreak havoc on structures. By the time you recognize how much damage they’ve done to your Sarasota home, the

What types of termite control do you offer?

We customize our comprehensive termite control services for your specific needs and we offer three termite plan tiers:Premise, for economic yet effective treatmentTermidor, for longer and wider protection against termitesAltriset, for an environmentally friendly termite solutionNo matter which plan you choose, you’ll benefit from a full-fledged perimeter treatment where our exterminator team gets so granular that we’ll even address cracks in your foundation that are tinier than the width of one single human hair. If you suspect a termite presence in your Sarasota home, please schedule a free p

Are mosquitoes bad in Sarasota? If so, what mosquito control services do you provide?

The state of Florida has some of the most significant mosquito populations in the United States with the season lasting from spring through September or October. When we have an especially mild winter, mosquitoes can bother people through December—which doesn’t allow for much of a break before the next year’s mosquito season begins. Plus, Florida is home to more than eighty different species of this pest.At Turner, we take mosquito problems seriously. These biting pests spread several kinds of diseases, including the West Nile and Zika viruses, and so we don’t skimp when it comes to protecting

Why do I suddenly have cockroaches in my Sarasota home?

Some parts of the country are more prone to having cockroach infestations, and the temperate weather in Florida means that our area is one of them. In fact, according to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, nearly one third of Florida homeowners say they get at least one cockroach infestation each year.So, a sudden presence of roaches isn’t exceptionally unusual in Sarasota. To help prevent these disease-carrying pests from getting inside of your home, do all you can to deprive them of three things they need to survive: shelter, food, and water. Do so by closing up ev

Are pest control services worth the money?

A quick comparison will likely cause you to say “yes.” Consider the damage pests do to houses: from termites gnawing through wood and potentially causing thousands of dollars in damage to rodents chewing through wires and causing electrical problems, even house fires.Then add in human health costs if you or a family member catch a disease from mosquitoes, rodents, cockroaches, or another pest. These costs can be incalculable. Then add in allergic reactions from bites, stings, and more—and it becomes clear how having pests costs.When you have highly effective professional pest control services

Why is Turner the right choice for pest control in Sarasota, FL?

Turner Pest Control offers the services that Sarasota homeowners need and we address problems in carefully targeted ways to meet each client’s unique needs. In some cases, this involves a one-time service to tackle an infestation while, other times, a customer benefits from our comprehensive, money-saving plan where no pests are excluded: SMART TurnerGuard. With SMART TurnerGuard, you’ll start with a low initial price. Then, the low monthly fees after that are calculated on your home’s square footage. Plus, when you choose us for your Saratoga pest control services, you can count on a straight