Conditions first. Targeted treatment second.
Pests need food, water, and shelter — often a problem can be reduced just by removing these conducive conditions. That's why every Servitix visit starts with an inspection: we identify what's drawing pests in, share practical recommendations you can act on, then apply targeted, professional-grade treatments only where they are needed.
Our licensed technicians follow EPA-registered product labels exactly, minimizing unnecessary chemical load on your home, family, and pets.
Pest Conducive Conditions & Our Recommendations
| # | Conducive Condition | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tree branches on house | Keep tree branches away from house to reduce pest access |
| 2 | Firewood next to foundation | Keep firewood away from house to reduce pest harborage |
| 3 | Debris on crawlspace/next to foundation | Remove wood debris to reduce pest harborage area |
| 4 | Excessive plant cover, stump, etc. | Provide spacing between plant cover and structure |
| 5 | Soil above the foundation line | Keep soil below top of foundation to reduce harborage areas |
| 6 | Wood-to-ground contact | Keep soil from touching wood to eliminate wood-pest access |
| 7 | Debris on roof / full gutter | Keep gutter & roof free of debris to reduce insect harborage |
| 8 | Standing water near/under structure | Eliminate standing water to reduce pest harborage |
| 9 | Moisture problem under structure | Increase ventilation to reduce pest harborage area |
| 10 | Openings at plumbing & electronics | Seal openings to reduce pest access |
| 11 | Excessive gaps at windows/doors | Seal gaps to reduce pest access |
| 12 | Leaky plumbing fixtures | Repair to reduce moisture for pests |
| 13 | Uncovered garbage cans | Keep garbage cans covered to reduce attraction of insects & vertebrate pests |
| 14 | Moisture-damaged wood | Repair rotten or damaged wood to reduce insect harborage |
| 15 | Grocery bags stored improperly | Seal paper sacks in containers to reduce insect harborage areas |
| 16 | Pet food unsealed or left out | Keep pet food in sealed containers and unavailable to pests |
| 17 | Excessive storage conditions | Keep storage areas uncluttered and manageable |
| 18 | Debris below kick plates | Remove kick plates to reduce rodent harborage |
What Pest Is This?
Browse 73+ Pest, Insect, and Rodent Identification Guides for Metro Atlanta!
Have you ever found a pest in your home and wondered "what is this?" Are you worried about what pests may be damaging your property? Identifying insects and other pests can be tricky — that's why we built our pest library to serve as a handy identifier so you can be more knowledgeable about the pests around you. This list of bugs, insects, rodents, and wildlife contains every pest we treat across Metro Atlanta, with identification tips, behavior notes, and professional help on every one.
Rats & Mice
3 species we treat. Tap for identification, exclusion + treatment.
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Wasps & Hornets
3 species — Paper Wasp, Bald-Faced Hornet, Mud Dauber. Tap for nest removal.
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Yellow Jackets
Aggressive black-and-yellow stinging wasps that build hidden nests underground or in wall voids. Dangerous to allergy sufferers.
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Ticks
Blood-feeding arachnids found in tall grass and wooded areas. Carry Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and more.
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Palmetto Bugs
Georgia's name for large American cockroaches. They fly short distances, spread bacteria, and invade through drains and foundation gaps.
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Scorpions
Found in Georgia's northern counties. Hide in shoes, clothing, and bedding. Sting causes intense pain and can trigger severe allergic reactions.
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Ants
7 species we treat — Carpenter, Fire, Argentine + more. Tap for ID + treatment.
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Spiders
4 species we treat including Black Widow & Brown Recluse. Tap for ID + risk.
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Flies
16 species we treat including House Fly, Fruit Fly, Drain Fly, Gnats, Midges, Kissing Bug & more. Tap for ID + treatment.
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Fleas
Blood-feeding parasites in pets & carpets. Spread tapeworms + infections.
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Carpenter Bees
Large bees that bore perfect round holes in fascia, decks, and wood trim. Cause cumulative structural damage over years.
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Japanese Beetles
Metallic-green beetles that skeletonize roses, fruit trees, and ornamentals in summer. Larvae (white grubs) destroy lawn root systems.
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Moles
Underground tunneling pests that destroy lawns and gardens. Raised soil ridges and surface entrance holes signal active mole activity.
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Voles
Small rodents that tunnel under lawns and gnaw bark at the base of trees and shrubs. Destroy ornamental plantings and damage lawn root systems.
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Chinch Bugs
Tiny lawn pests that suck moisture from grass blades and inject a toxin, creating large brown dead patches across Georgia lawns during summer heat.
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Mole Crickets
Destructive lawn pests that tunnel through soil and shred grass roots. Damage warm-season turf like Bermuda and St. Augustine during summer.
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Carpet Beetles
Larvae damage natural-fiber rugs, wool clothing, taxidermy, and stored fabrics. Often discovered alongside fall-overwintering pest cleanup.
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Bumble Bee
Fuzzy ground-nesting bees important for pollination — can sting when threatened. Often confused with carpenter bees.
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Cicada Killer
Large solitary wasps that hunt cicadas. Look intimidating but rarely sting humans. Summer ground nests in turf.
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Silverfish
Moisture-loving. Damages books, wallpaper, clothing in humid spaces.
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Pantry Pests
6 species we treat — Drug Store Beetle, Red Rust Flour Beetle, Rice Weevil, Sawtoothed Grain Beetle, Tobacco Beetle, Indian Meal Moth. Tap for ID + treatment.
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Earwigs
Pincer-bearing nocturnal invaders. Damage garden plants + come indoors in summer.
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Crickets
Loud fall invaders. Chew fabrics, paper & wallpaper. Attract spiders.
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Millipedes
Mass invaders after rain. Curl up & leave foul odor when disturbed.
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Pill Bugs (Roly-Polies)
Moisture-dependent. Roll into balls. Indicate foundation moisture.
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Firebrats
Heat-loving relatives of silverfish found near furnaces, water heaters, and ovens. Feed on starchy materials and damage books, wallpaper, and fabrics.
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Ladybugs
Asian Lady Beetles invade in massive fall swarms seeking overwintering sites. Bite when threatened and secrete a yellow fluid that stains walls and fabrics.
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Snails & Slugs
Destroy garden plants overnight and create slippery hazards on walkways. Thrive in Georgia's humid climate, sheltering under mulch and debris during daylight.
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Boxelder Bugs
Cluster on south-facing walls in fall seeking warmth indoors. Stain surfaces and emit a foul odor when crushed. Harmless but invasive in large numbers.
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Kudzu Bugs
Invasive pest now widespread across Georgia. Swarm homes in fall seeking warmth, emit a foul odor, and cause allergic skin reactions on contact.
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Lizards
Anoles, skinks, and geckos common across Metro Atlanta yards and porches. Mostly beneficial but occasionally enter homes.
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