May 22, 2025

DIY Pest Control Disasters: Why 'Store-Bought' Cost Me Thousands

By Cameron ClevelandPest Control Expert
DIY Pest Control Disasters: Why 'Store-Bought' Cost Me Thousands

We see it every day. A homeowner spends hundreds of dollars on foggers, sprays, and ultrasonic repellents trying to kill bed bugs or ants. Six months later, the infestation is ten times worse, and they call us.

The Hidden Cost of DIY

How much does exterminator cost? It depends on the size of the home and how far the infestation has spread, and the first step is a free estimate. Replacing infested furniture is a cost too. OTC products are often "repellents." When you spray them on a colony, you don't kill it; you scatter it. This is called "budding," and it turns one nest into five.

Is Pest Control Worth It?

Yes, because we have access to "non-repellent" transfer products that you cannot buy at a hardware store. These products allow ants and termites to carry the poison back to the queen, destroying the source. Stop wasting money on band-aids; get the cure with State Shield.

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