Pest control in St. Augustine means caring for some of the oldest homes in the country. Wood houses in the historic district, many over a century old, give drywood and subterranean termites a lot of old timber to work in.
The city sits between the Matanzas River and the Atlantic. Salt marsh and tidal creeks keep humidity high, which suits palmetto bugs, silverfish and mosquitoes. Homes on Anastasia Island get the most salt air and wind-driven rain.
Tourist traffic matters too. Short-term rentals and inns turn over guests often, which raises the odds of bed bugs arriving in luggage. A quick check of beds between stays catches them early.
Around Saint Augustine
Places nearby:
- 📍Castillo de San Marcos
- 📍Matanzas River
- 📍Anastasia State Park
- 📍St. Augustine Lighthouse
Pest Control in Saint Augustine : local notes
- •Historic wood homes need termite checks in attics, window frames and floor framing.
- •Salt marsh and tidal creeks keep moisture pests active most of the year.
- •Short-term rentals should check beds and couches for bed bugs between guests.