Your First Year Checklist
The first year in a new home is when pests are most likely to test the house. Construction disturbs soil, landscaping goes in, irrigation starts running, and pests that lived on open ground nearby look for new shelter.
Here are the things we look at first when starting service in a new Cadence home:
- Garage door seals and side door sweeps
- Weep screeds along the base of stucco
- Utility and plumbing penetrations
- New irrigation and drip line placement
- Block wall seams and gaps under gates
Why New Homes Get Pests
Newer homes are built tighter than older ones, but they are not sealed against everything. Small gaps around garage doors and utility lines are common, and moving boxes stacked in the garage create perfect shelter for spiders and scorpions.
Southeast Mesa still has open and developing land in the area. When that ground is graded, mice, pack rats, ants, and scorpions move toward the closest available shelter, and new neighborhoods are often first in line.
Fresh landscaping matters too. New plants and drip irrigation add moisture to soil that used to be dry, drawing ants and crickets, and the scorpions that feed on them.
Spiders are usually the first pest new owners notice, often in the garage among unpacked boxes. Clearing webs early keeps them from building up.
Cadence at Gateway Pest Control Made Simple
Bi-monthly service starts starting at $45 a month for homes up to 2,500 square feet, with honest, published pricing and free re-treatments between visits. Same or next-day service is our standard, so you can get protection in place quickly after your move.
Our technicians are paid by the day, so your first visit includes a careful look at the whole property, not a quick spray.
Pest control services in Cadence at Gateway
Scorpion control in Cadence at Gateway
Barrier treatments where bark scorpions hide and travel.
Learn moreAnt control in Cadence at Gateway
Stops trails at the source, not just on the counter.
Learn moreRodent control in Cadence at Gateway
Trapping, exclusion and sealing for rats and mice.
Learn moreSpider control in Cadence at Gateway
Web removal and treatment for black widows and more.
Learn moreTermite treatment in Cadence at Gateway
Inspections and treatment for subterranean termites.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
Should I start pest control right after closing?
Starting early is the best way to keep a new home quiet. It sets a barrier before pests settle into walls, garages, and storage areas.
Is my builder's termite treatment enough?
Pre-construction treatments help, but they do not last forever. We can inspect periodically so you know your home stays protected. Knowing where you stand gives you peace of mind.
Are your products safe for kids and pets?
Yes. We use eco-friendly, pet friendly products that are safe once they have been applied.
