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Local Pest News for Nashville & Middle Tennessee
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Field Report: Wasp Nests Stop a Squirrel Job on a Third Floor in Sylvan Park
A wildlife crew came to a Sylvan Park home for squirrels in the attic and found wasp nests all over the third floor. Here’s what our technician found, how we fixed it, and the one thing to check at your house this month.
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Seasonal Alerts
What’s moving in, swarming, or waking up right now, and what to do before it becomes a problem.
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Why Didn’t We See Stink Bugs in Tennessee Back in the ’80s?
The stink bug crawling up your curtains every October wasn’t in Tennessee when many of us were growing up. Here’s where it came from, why it moves inside in the fall, why it stinks, and how to keep it out.
Health & Weather Updates
West Nile virus, tick-borne illness, and weather swings that change pest activity, explained plainly with links to the Tennessee Department of Health and Metro Public Health.
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Nashville’s Bone-Dry September: What Drought Means for Pests in Middle Tennessee, and What Happens When the Rain Comes Back
Drought pushes ants, rodents, and termites toward water around your home, and the first big rain brings its own wave. Here’s what Middle Tennessee homeowners should watch for.
Field Reports
What our technicians are finding in homes across Middle Tennessee, with real photos from the field.
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Field Report: Wasp Nests Stop a Squirrel Job on a Third Floor in Sylvan Park
A wildlife crew came to a Sylvan Park home for squirrels in the attic and found wasp nests all over the third floor. Here’s what our technician found, how we fixed it, and the one thing to check at your house this month.
Straight From the Technicians Who See It First
What’s happening with pests in your part of Middle Tennessee right now? Our team shares seasonal alerts, weather-driven pest activity, public health updates explained in plain language, and field reports from technicians who are in Middle Tennessee yards, crawl spaces, and attics every day. If you’re seeing something around your home, call 615-590-1260 or schedule a free inspection.
Why Middle Tennessee families choose U.S. Pest
U.S. Pest Protection is family- and female-owned and has protected Middle Tennessee homes since 1985. We serve more than 50,000 customers, our technicians average seven years with the company, and we’re ranked among the top 100 pest control companies in the country by PCT Magazine. We’re members of the National Pest Management Association and the Tennessee Pest Control Association. Every plan is backed by our Whatever It Takes Guarantee: free re-treatment, a full refund, or we’ll pay a competitor to solve the problem. Learn more about us.
Pest News FAQs
How often do you post?
Two to four times a month, and more often during termite swarm season or when a public health alert comes out.
Who writes these posts?
Our own team, including President & CEO Erica Brister and Regional Commercial General Manager James Hawkins, with reporting from our technicians in the field. We link to the health departments, weather reports, and research behind every post.
I’m seeing something in my home. What should I do?
Call 615-590-1260 or schedule a free inspection. We’ll identify what you’re dealing with and explain what it takes to fix it, backed by our Whatever It Takes Guarantee.
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Annual termite inspection was completed. Our service representative called before coming, arrived on time, completed the inspection efficiently,and produced a receipt before leaving. All in all a very positive experience.
Joan B.
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U.S. Pest has taken care of my home since they treated the ground before we built and have been caring for us for 31 years. I am a happy customer who knows that they do the job well. Thank you!
Eunie H., Gallatin, TN
Start with a free home inspection
Find out what’s bringing pests into your home and which plan fits. Schedule your free inspection or call 615-590-1260.
