Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend waiting 2 to 3 weeks before removing any existing spider webs. This allows time for spiders to return to their webs, which have been treated, increasing the chances of effective control. It also helps ensure that any newly hatched spiderlings come into contact with the treatment.
For best results, hold off on cleaning windows and similar areas during this period as well.
We typically only treat inside cupboards if there’s a significant issue—such as a German cockroach infestation or other pests nesting there. If you’re planning to clean your cupboards, doing so before your scheduled service is ideal. It’s a great time to declutter, remove any spoiled food, and ensure all items are stored in airtight containers.
If treatment inside the cupboards is necessary, we recommend avoiding cleaning the edges and corners for 4–6 weeks to allow the product to remain effective. Once the treatment has dried (usually within a few minutes), it’s safe to return your items to the cupboards.
We recommend cleaning your floors before your scheduled pest control service—this helps the treatment bond better to surfaces and ensures longer-lasting results.
After your treatment, it’s best to avoid mopping along the perimeter areas of rooms (like skirting boards or baseboards) for 4 to 6 weeks, as this is where treatments are typically applied. However, you’re free to sweep, vacuum, and mop all other floor areas as needed—this won’t interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment.
Not at all. Rain is common during mosquito season, and treatments are often applied with rain in the forecast. As long as the product has about 10–15 minutes to dry, rainfall won’t impact its effectiveness. Here’s why:
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Immediate Impact – Our treatment works on contact, providing instant knockdown of both mosquitoes and ticks present at the time of application.
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Long-Lasting Protection – The products we use contain binding agents that help them adhere to grass and foliage, so they won’t be washed away by rain after drying.
Not at all. For black ants, we use Termidor, which is designed to bond securely to surfaces. Once it has dried—usually within 10 to 20 minutes—it won’t be washed away by rain. In fact, a bit of rain can actually help by encouraging ants to become more active, increasing their contact with the treatment and improving its effectiveness.
No need to worry—rain typically doesn’t affect your pest control treatment. Most applications are done around areas like windows, door frames, and weep holes, which are sheltered by the home’s overhangs and stay relatively dry. Additionally, the products we use are specially formulated with bonding agents that help them adhere to surfaces, so they don’t wash away easily—even in wet conditions.
If it rains more than 30 minutes after application, most products are designed to be absorbed and rain-resistant and most are need to be watered in after the initial product has dried on the blade.
Generally, you’ll need to mow the lawn weekly and water it on your regular schedule (usually once a week in the winter and twice a week in summer). It’s always best to ask your tech for specific preparation instructions based on your lawn. Instructions usually require application to be watered within 48 hours to be most effective.
While one-time treatments can address immediate problems, ongoing services help maintain long-term lawn health and prevent recurring issues. We can do this but do not recommend.
Pricing is based on the size of your lawn, the type of treatments required, and the service frequency. Please call us for a lawn analysis and free estimate from the professionals at Consolidated Pest Control. Prices start at $65 and increase with additional square footage.
Per the product labels, we use the wording nontoxic to mammals. We also employ modern pest control products and use environmentally responsible methods and treatment practices. Be sure to ask about something you may have a concern about.
It’s usually not necessary for you to be home, but if you would like a call before our service is scheduled, we will be glad to let you know, especially if you have pets or a locked gate.
Pest control treatments for lawn pests can last anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on the type of pest and the treatment used.
Yes, Consolidated offers a mosquito reduction program. A backpack misting mosquito control treatment applied monthly to reduce their population around your home.
For optimal protection, a regular fertilization and pest control schedule is often recommended. At Consolidated we only offer monthly lawn and ornamental treatments.
Yes, our products according to the label are non-toxic to mammals. Our pest control services use eco-friendly and pet-safe treatments, but it’s always important to ask your technician about the specific products used if you have any concerns.
Symptoms of pest problems include yellowing or dead patches in the lawn, excessive insect activity, or visible pests on the grass. There are multiple different insects that can have different symptoms.
Common pests in Florida include chinch bugs, sod webworms, mole crickets grubs and fire ants.
While DIY fertilization is possible, professional services ensure precise application and avoid over-fertilizing, which can harm your lawn or the environment. It could be more costly and may not save you any money if that is the reason for DIY.
The amount depends on the size of your lawn and the type of fertilizer. A lawn care expert will provide guidance based on your specific needs. 4 pounds of nitrogen per thousand square feet divided over multiple applications throughout the year.
Depending on the type of fertilizer, you should see noticeable improvements in a few weeks to a couple of months. This varies on temperatures and watering habits.
Fertilizing during the winter is generally not recommended, as grass growth slows down. Fertilizing in the late fall is often a good time to prepare the lawn for winter dormancy. It is good and healthy to allow the lawn to go dormant.
The best fertilizer depends on your lawn type, but many Florida lawns benefit from slow-release nitrogen fertilizers, specifically designed for sandy soils. We use 50% slow-release fertilizer on both lawn and shrubs. We also use lucid nutritional supplements on both the lawn and shrubs.
In Florida, it’s recommended to fertilize your lawn 3-4 times a year, typically during the growing seasons (spring, summer, and fall). At Consolidated we like to use a granular fertilizer in spring and fall. In between we use a combination of liquid fertilizer and micronutrients.
Lawn fertilization involves applying nutrients to your lawn to support healthy growth. It helps improve grass color, root development, and overall health. The pest control serves to prevent and cure problems with turf damaging insects like chinch bugs, sod webworms, grubs, and mole crickets. Our service also treats disease and fungus problems in the lawn and landscape shrubs.
