Pest control questions from Columbus callers
Short answers to the questions that come up most often on the phone, with the source for each where one exists.
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Termites and swarms
Is there a termite in Ohio?
Yes. OSU’s clinic identified an eastern subterranean termite from a 2024 sample and cites a risk rating of moderate to heavy for Ohio.
What does a swarm indoors mean?
OSU’s clinic says swarming insects indoors mean colonies are inside the building. Book a same-week response.
Boxelder bugs and stink bugs
Do boxelder bugs damage the house?
OSU Extension says they cause no structural or food damage, though crushing them can stain fabric.
Where do stink bugs gather?
The OSU fact sheet, as reported locally, places brown marmorated stink bugs most often in attics and upper stories.
Rodents, ants and other pests
Which rodent species are in Columbus?
This site did not find an Ohio source that names them, so it does not say. The technician identifies what is found on the visit.
Can you handle ants and spiders?
Yes, as general services. The species is identified on the visit and the report records it.
Licences, reports and money
Who licenses pesticide work in Ohio?
The Ohio Department of Agriculture is the agency OSU names for licensing and testing. A commercial applicator must pass a core exam and a category exam.
Is there a price on the site?
No. The price is confirmed on site before work begins.
Will I get a report?
Yes, in writing, with the areas checked, the findings and the follow-up date.
Question not answered here?
Call and ask. A technician will give you a straight answer, even if the answer is that you do not need us.