Do you own rental properties in the Twin Cities metro area or western Wisconsin? If so, it may be of interest to you to learn of quality pest control services offered to you by Done Right Pest Solutions. We offer simple Monthly Service options and Quarterly Service options to fit your needs and budget.
Learn about the types of rental properties, the pests attracted to rental properties, and pest control for rental properties.
Table of Contents
- Rental properties
- Types of rental properties
- (3) Pests in rental properties
- Commercial pest control for rental properties
- Conclusion
Rental Properties
Whether you bought another home, were gifted a home or a family member passed away and their home became your extra home, many in the Twin Cities metro area and beyond have rental properties. These rental properties provide additional income and value to their lives, though they can be burdensome at times.
If you’ve ever had a difficult tenant or a pest infestation (or both at the same time), you know what I’m talking about. Done Right Pest Solutions is here to help keep your rental properties pest free, which will keep your tenants happy. Read on to learn of all the options of pest control for rental properties.
Types of Rental Properties
The options for rental properties are practically endless, but in terms of livable rental space, the options are numbered. There are town homes, single family homes, duplexes, triplexes, 4-plexes, and up, for the most part. Anything larger than a 4-plex can be considered a multi-family housing property or apartment building.
And no matter the size of the rental property you own, whether town home or apartment complex, the EPA recommends effective and preventative pest control be put in place to help minimize the spread of illness and disease.
Town homes are typically a simple living space attached to another, or multiple, town home living spaces. Town homes are often more reasonably priced than a single family home, but they have their own unique set of pros and cons. While town homes are good for close community but separate living spaces, because there are shared wall voids and access to other units, pests spread easily in town homes.
Because of the shared walls, it is important to have pest control for rental properties that are town homes.
Single family homes are a singular unit on one lot, usually with a garage either attached or detached. One family typically lives in this home, though rooms may be rented. Because this is a singular home, you don’t have to worry about pests coming from other units. Stand-alone structures only have pest issues if brought in from elsewhere or if there are foundational deficiencies through which insects and rodents can enter.
Because seasonal pests and invasive pests can still enter, it is important to have pest control for rental properties that are single family homes.
Duplexes are a popular housing option for home owners, as they can live in one side and rent the other. This is popular because the other side can prove to be stable income and cover the mortgage. Duplexes, because they share a side, can also share pests.
Because of the shared walls, it is important to have pest control for rental properties that are duplexes.
Triplexes are a popular rental property option because the owner can set the rent so 1 or 1.5 of the units pays for the mortgage while the other 1.5 or 2 units serves as income, upkeep, or savings for the house.
Because of the shared walls, it is important to have pest control for rental properties that are triplexes.
4-Plexes are in the same category with triplexes: a manageable property with multiple tenants providing enough income to cover the mortgage and put aside for repairs and upkeep. Any larger and we’re getting into apartment territory.
Because of the shared walls, it is important to have pest control for rental properties that are 4-plexes.
Need a competent pest control company to eradicate some roaches or mice in your rental property? We’ve got you covered. Call our experts today! 651-342-9489.
Pests in Rental Properties
There can be many types of pests in rental properties, just like in single family homes. But, while town homes, duplexes, triplexes, and 4-plexes are just as susceptible to seasonal pests like single family homes, these properties are also more susceptible to invasive pests like cockroaches and bed bugs.
Cockroaches and bed bugs often get a bad rap and a negative connotation, like they are “dirty” pests. Cockroaches do carry and spread diseases so they are nothing to mess around with, but they aren’t just attracted to “dirty” homes.
Cockroaches and bed bugs spread easily through travel, imports, and second-hand items. So if you travel often, shop at ethnically imported grocery stores, and shop Craigslist, chances are that you’ll come across cockroaches or bed bugs in your lifetime.
Mice can be a general problem in Minnesota because of the change in seasons. Mice are no respecter of persons or homes when it comes to what type of home: they just want in. If your rental property is older, chances are mice can get inside.
What’s more is cockroaches, bed bugs, mice, and more can spread through the shared wall voids of the units. This is why it is important to have pest control for rental properties. Well, that and the EPA says so (see link above).
Commercial Pest Control for Rental Properties
Done Right Pest Solutions offers multiple options for commercial pest control when it comes to rental properties. The 2 most commonly purchased options are Monthly Service and Quarterly Service.
Monthly Service consists of the technician checking the property every month, usually on the same day each month (for example, first Tuesday of each month). This option offers consistency for tough issues and is what some folks begin with before switching to a Quarterly service.
You can be present for the service or just your tenant. They can ask questions as the technician works. Monthly, the technician will check the common areas, the places of concern, apply insecticides and check rodent control equipment as needed.
Monthly Service is a good option for pest control for rental properties because of its frequency. If your rental has significant issues, it is important to get them under control as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Need a competent pest control company to eradicate some roaches or mice in your rental property? We’ve got you covered. Call our experts today! 651-342-9489.
Quarterly Service consists of the technician checking the property every quarter, which is perfect for seasonal pest control. Your appointments are scheduled by either our office or you calling for an appointment.
You can be present for the service or just your tenant. Quarterly, the technician will check the common areas, the places of concern, apply insecticides to the interior as needed, check the rodent control equipment as needed, perform exterior exclusion for rodent control, and in the warm months apply exterior sprays for insect control.
Quarterly Service is what most rental properties benefit most from, and as a result, it can save you time and money in the long-term keeping your property pest free, increasing your tenants’ quality of life.
Quarterly Service is a good option for pest control for rental properties because our expert pest control technicians will get into the unit(s) each season, as well as treat the exterior and interior each season.
If you’d like to learn more about your specific property, call us for a free lookover at 651-342-9489. You can also check out our Commercial Pest Control page or our Commercial Flyer for more information.
Or maybe you own your own home and are looking for pest control. Check out our Residential Pest Control page or learn more about our Peak Seasons Plan. Those are the most commonly purchased pest control services for residential homes.
Conclusion & Next Steps
Pests are intimidating, and even more so when they are a nuisance to your rental properties, your business. In this post you learned about different types of rental properties, pests that can be in rental properties, why pest control for rental properties is important, and Done Right Pest Solutions pest control options for rental properties.
If you ever have any questions, we hope you’ll reach out. You can email us at donerightpestsolutions@gmail.com or call us at 651-342-9489.
We can’t wait to help keep your rental properties pest free!
Here when you need us,
Done Right Team
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