Pest control in Utah
Cities
- Alpine
- American Fork
- Bountiful
- Brian Head
- Brigham City
- Cedar City
- Centerville
- Clearfield
- Coalville
- Draper
- Eagle Mountain
- Enterprise
- Farmington
- Fort Duchesne
- Garland
- Gunnison
- Heber City
- Herriman
- Hurricane
- Hyde Park
- Hyrum
- Ivins
- Kamas
- Kanab
- Kaysville
- La Verkin
- Lapoint
- Layton
- Leeds
- Lehi
- Lindon
- Logan
- Magna
- Mapleton
- Marriott-Slaterville
- Midvale
- Midway
- Murray
- Neola
- Nephi
- North Salt Lake
- Ogden
- Orem
- Panguitch
- Park City
- Parowan
- Payson
- Pleasant Grove
- Providence
- Provo
- Randlett
- Richfield
- Richmond
- Riverton
- Roosevelt
- Roy
- Saint George
- Salem
- Salt Lake City
- Sandy
- Santa Clara
- Santaquin
- Saratoga Springs
- Smithfield
- South Jordan
- Spanish Fork
- Springville
- St. George
- Toquerville
- Tremonton
- Tridell
- Vernal
- Washington
- Wellsville
- West Jordan
- West Valley City
- Whiterocks
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See all on the mapWhat to know about pest control in Utah
Utah's dry climate keeps some pests away, but termites, black widows, scorpions and mice still send many homeowners looking for help. Where you live in the state matters, since the warm south and the northern valleys see different problems.
Common pests in Utah
Utah State University Extension and the Utah Department of Health and Human Services describe these pests as common concerns for Utah homes.
- Subterranean termites. USU Extension says subterranean termites are the most common termites in Utah. They nest underground and reach a house through foundation cracks or mud tubes, so damage can stay hidden. Compare termite companies if you see mud tubes or shed wings.
- Black widow spiders. USU Extension calls black widows a serious health risk, especially for children and older people. They live around foundations, rock piles, woodpiles, sheds and outdoor lights.
- Scorpions. Most Utah scorpions live in the southern part of the state, though a few species turn up in northern Utah. USU Extension says they mainly become a problem near homes in newly built desert neighborhoods.
- Mice and other rodents. Rodent droppings can carry hantavirus. Utah health officials advise airing out closed buildings before you go in and never sweeping up droppings, which puts the virus into the air.
Who licenses pest control companies in Utah
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food licenses pesticide businesses and applicators. A company that applies pesticides for hire needs a Commercial Pesticide Business License. Each technician needs a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License and must work for a business that holds a valid business license.
How to check a company before you hire
- Ask for the company's business license number and the applicator license of the technician who will treat your home.
- Contact the department's pesticide program to confirm the licenses are current.
- Ask which pest was found, what treatment is planned and what you need to do to prepare.
- Get the plan and any warranty in writing, including how follow-up visits work.
- Read reviews from other Utah customers, and leave your own once the job is done at write a review.