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Ketchum Pest Control
4.6(
302
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Serving Portage, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found mice entry points in a few minutes and caulked the garage roof hole. I paid a major pest control company bimonthly for nine year without a solution !!! Very unprofessional business which I’ve shared with relatives, friends and neighbors!!! Extremely pleased with Ketchum and very professional serviceman."
Response time2 days
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Hawx Pest Control
4.2(
320
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Serving Portage, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Pest Control employee arrived earlier than told. He went to work outside and then inside. He asked questions about were the bug problem was the worst. He was very polite and informative."
Hawx Pest Control Services
Hawx Pest Control Services
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FAQs for termite pest control service projects in Portage, IN

Most termite treatments protect your home for one to two years. Once the chemicals break down, colonies can move back in, so schedule a follow-up application before that window closes. Many pros offer ongoing service plans, but it’s smart to wait a few months to confirm the first round worked before you sign a contract. 

If your property sees repeat infestations, ask about a termite bond—an annual agreement that often covers both inspections and any additional treatments.

Drilling into the concrete foundation around your home is not always necessary for termite treatment. While drilling can be highly effective in exterminating subterranean termite colonies, there are alternative methods that work well for termite control. 

Drilling is safer than applying ground-level chemicals, which can be hazardous for children and pets, but a thorough termite treatment plan can be achieved without drilling. Consult with a termite professional to determine the best treatment method for your situation.

DIY termite treatment is possible, but its effectiveness in eliminating termite colonies is far inferior to that of professional treatment. DIY methods address only very minor infestations and do not guarantee complete termite control. 

A professional termite inspection accurately determines the infestation’s extent, and expert treatments—whether chemical or bait systems—ensure that all termite activity is eradicated and the structure is protected.

The best termite treatment is determined by the termite species, the infestation size, and your budget. Liquid termiticide applied to soil is an effective method for eliminating termites, while termite bait systems provide controlled management. 

For severe infestations, gas fumigation or heat tenting delivers thorough extermination solutions. A professional inspection guarantees that the proper treatment is selected to completely eradicate termite activity and secure your home.

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