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Pest Control Before Renting Your Property

The 48 hours between tenants is your most valuable pest prevention window. An empty unit lets you find problems before your new tenant does—and before they post a review about it.

Who This Is For

Landlords and property managers preparing a unit for new tenants. Vacation rental hosts between guest stays.

The Problem

Most landlords only treat pests after a tenant complains—by which point the problem has existed for weeks, spread to adjacent units, and generated negative reviews or legal complaints. Preventive treatment between tenancies costs a fraction of emergency response and tenant refunds.

When to Call a Professional

During every turnover window. An annual inspection costs $75-$200 and catches problems early. A bed bug infestation caught in one unit costs $300-$900. The same infestation caught after it spreads to 5 units costs $2,500-$15,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should rental units be professionally inspected?
At minimum between every tenant turnover. For buildings with history of pest issues, quarterly preventive monitoring. Mattress encasements on all beds provide continuous protection against bed bugs.

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