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Proactive Pest Control For New Property Sites
Considering pest control during new building construction is a smart move for property portfolio owners. Not only do preventive treatments eliminate unwanted pests that may take refuge in active sites, but they also protect the structure and integrity of crucial materials, supporting ongoing building longevity.
At JP Pest Services, our pest control experts are experienced in all types of buildings, sites, and industries throughout New England, Eastern Massachusetts, and Southern Vermont.
Why Is Pest Control Necessary in Construction?
Construction sites can be sanctuaries for all sorts of unwanted pests because of the many hiding places they offer. There is also usually a reliable water source for wildlife, such as rodents and birds, to thrive. Professional pest control helps to eliminate these risks, keeping construction professionals and sites safe to work on.
Additionally, wood-boring termites, ants, and beetles can cause devastating damage to building materials and structures.
Pest control services ahead of construction provide due diligence for the longevity of the materials and finished construction, ensuring buildings remain fit for purpose for residential or commercial tenants.
Our Approach For Construction and New Builds
Every new construction project is different. We always start with site inspections to develop pest control and treatment plans tailored to your business’s or site’s requirements.
1. Inspection & Assessment
Our experienced technicians will conduct a site visit to assess your facilities and materials. They can identify current pest activity and potential threats to devise an effective pest control plan.
2. Effective Pre-Construction Treatment
We offer several pre-construction methods, such as treating soil with a termiticide and using termite-resistant or treated wood, to keep pests from entering sites and materials.
3. Monitoring & Follow-Up
We can work with you on the ongoing monitoring and prevention across your construction sites, through to building completion and management.
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Common Pest Risks in Construction
The most obvious pest risk to new builds is posed by wood-boring insects such as termites and carpenter ants, but construction sites can also host rodents, birds, and bats looking to nest and shelter.
New buildings and construction sites face high termite pressure due to exposed materials and high moisture. It’s essential to carry out early termite treatments.
Rats and mice can be destructive, gnawing through wires and other materials, and exploiting holes to nest. They can also pose health risks to occupants.
Carpenter ants don’t eat wood, but their activity still weakens materials and structures as they nest inside wood.
Industries We Work With
We work with a variety of property professionals to provide new construction pest control services throughout New England, Eastern Massachusetts, and Southern Vermont.
Commercial Property
Protect your investments ahead of time. Professional pest control can be carried out at all stages of property management, from pre-construction through to day-to-day operational management.
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Public Institutions
If your business is responsible for constructing important public buildings, maintaining structural integrity is key for public health and perception.
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Contact us if you're planning a new build project or need help auditing and assessing your sites.