Small habits, big difference
A few easy habits help your treatment hold up until the next visit.
Cut off food and water.
Seal food, fix drips and take out the trash often.
Close the doors.
Seal small gaps and keep plants and mulch off the house.
Call us.
If pests keep showing up, re-service is free on every plan.
Between pest control visits, your part is simple. Keep food and water away from pests, cut down clutter and close easy ways in. Then let the treatment work, and call us if pests show up anyway.
Our home pest control plans cover the treatment side. These habits help that treatment hold up longer.
What should I do between pest control visits?
Focus on food, water and shelter. Pests come inside looking for all three, so take away what you can.
- Wipe counters and sweep up crumbs, especially in the kitchen.
- Store food, including pet food, in sealed containers.
- Take trash out often and keep lids tight.
- Fix dripping faucets and leaks under sinks.
- Cut down clutter in basements, garages and closets.
Our guide on keeping pests out of your kitchen has more ideas.
How can I keep pests from getting in?
Seal small gaps and keep the outside edge of your home clear. Most pests come in from outside.
- Seal gaps around pipes, cables and dryer vents.
- Add door sweeps and replace worn weatherstripping.
- Pull mulch and plants back so they don’t touch the siding.
- Store firewood away from the house and off the ground.
Our pest-proof your home checklist walks through each step.
Is it OK to clean treated areas?
Yes, normal cleaning is fine once the product is dry. Vacuuming is fine at that point too.
We’d suggest going easy on scrubbing treated baseboards, so more product stays in place to keep working.
When should I call for a re-service?
Call if pests keep showing up after 10 to 14 days. Re-service between scheduled visits is free on every recurring plan.
Some activity right after treatment is normal while products work. If it doesn’t settle down, we’re usually back the same day or within 48 hours. Read more about our free re-service guarantee.
What signs should I watch for between pest control visits?
Watch for steady activity, not a single stray bug. Mouse droppings along walls, ant trails near food, roaches at night and new wasp nests near the eaves are worth a call.
Note where and when you see them. That helps the tech target the problem fast.
Seeing pests between visits? Call 913-735-5451, answered 24/7, or schedule online. Most services can be scheduled same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, cleaning and vacuuming are fine once the product is dry, usually 15 to 30 minutes after treatment. It’s best to clean or vacuum before the visit so the tech isn’t treating over dirt.
Some activity is normal for 10 to 14 days after treatment while products take effect. If pests keep showing up after that, call Rock Pest for a free re-service.
Re-service usually happens the same day or within 48 hours, and it’s free on every Rock Pest recurring plan.
Keep food sealed, fix leaks and keep mulch and plants pulled back from the house. Those habits take away what draws pests in.
Call us, since light mouse activity is covered on any Rock Pest plan and techs seal small gaps with copper mesh. If mice are the main problem, bi-monthly service with a free re-service around the 21-day mark works best.
