Neighborhood · DeKalb & Fulton County
Pest control in East Atlanta and Ormewood Park
Termites, rodents, outdoor roaches and mosquitoes are the main pest problems in East Atlanta and Ormewood Park homes. Call to find out what you’re dealing with and how to stop it.
About East Atlanta
East Atlanta lies south of I-20 on the city’s east side, centered on East Atlanta Village and Brownwood Park. Ormewood Park to the west and the unincorporated Gresham Park area to the southeast are covered on this page.
Looking for an exterminator in East Atlanta? We handle subterranean termites, rodents, cockroaches and other common pests in homes across East Atlanta & Ormewood Park.
Also covered on this page: East Atlanta Village, Ormewood Park, Gresham Park (unincorporated DeKalb).
Property characteristics
- Craftsman bungalows and 1940s–60s brick ranches
- New infill homes and townhomes
- Homes on wooded ravine lots
Local environmental conditions
- Mature canopy and wooded ravines
- Creek headwaters feeding Intrenchment Creek to the south
Common pest problems in East Atlanta
Subterranean termites
Crawl spaces and older framing.
Rodents
Mature trees, older homes and nearby busy streets.
Cockroaches
Smokybrowns from the trees and mulch.
Mosquitoes
Shaded yards and containers.
Fleas
Pets and wildlife.
Seasonal considerations
Spring brings termite swarms and the start of mosquito season; summer brings outdoor roaches; fall brings rodents.
Prevention for East Atlanta properties
- Inspect crawl spaces each spring
- Remove standing water weekly
- Seal gaps where pipes and cables enter the house
Pest control services for East Atlanta
East Atlanta pest control FAQ
Do ravine lots have more pests?
Wooded ravines hold moisture and leaf litter, which favor mosquitoes, ticks and smokybrown roaches. Keeping a cleared buffer near the house helps.
Are older brick ranches safer from termites than wood bungalows?
Not necessarily. Brick veneer homes still have wood framing, sills and floor joists, and termites can reach them through cracks, hollow block foundations and soil contact.
How do I stop roaches from coming in from outside?
Seal gaps around doors, windows and pipes, keep mulch a few inches away from the foundation, and clean gutters. Exterior treatment helps where the canopy is dense.
Nearby areas
- Grant Park & Glenwood ParkNeighborhood
- Kirkwood & EdgewoodNeighborhood
- East LakeNeighborhood
- Southeast & South-Central AtlantaRegional group
- Inman ParkNeighborhood