Neighborhood · Fulton County
Pest control in Virginia-Highland
Most Virginia-Highland bungalows sit on crawl spaces under heavy tree cover, which makes termites, roof rats and carpenter ants the top pest problems. A careful inspection shows where they’re getting in.
About Virginia-Highland
Virginia-Highland stretches along North Highland Avenue between Ponce de Leon and Morningside, west of Druid Hills, with small commercial nodes at Virginia & Highland and St. Charles & Highland. Piedmont Park and John Howell Park are close by.
Looking for an exterminator in Virginia-Highland? We handle subterranean termites, roof rats, carpenter ants and other common pests in homes across Virginia-Highland.
Property characteristics
- Craftsman bungalows and early-1900s cottages, mostly on crawl spaces
- Small vintage apartment buildings
- Renovations and second-story additions that change rooflines and foundations
Local environmental conditions
- Heavy oak and hardwood canopy over narrow lots
- Hilly terrain that pushes stormwater toward foundations
- Dense neighbor-to-neighbor spacing that lets rodents move between homes
Common pest problems in Virginia-Highland
Subterranean termites
Crawl-space bungalows with wood near soil.
Roof rats
Limbs touching roofs on close-set homes.
Carpenter ants
Damp eaves and window trim.
Mosquitoes
Shaded yards, gutters and containers.
Argentine ants
Kitchen invasions in dry spells.
Seasonal considerations
Late winter and spring bring termite swarms and the first ant trails. Summer is mosquito season under the canopy. Fall gutter clogs and cooler nights bring rodents to the attic.
Prevention for Virginia-Highland properties
- Have the crawl space inspected for mud tubes, moisture and wood debris
- Seal roof returns and gable vents after any renovation
- Keep downspouts discharging away from foundations on sloped lots
- Check for termites when adding decks, patios or additions
Pest control services for Virginia-Highland
Virginia-Highland pest control FAQ
Do renovations increase termite risk?
They can. New patios, additions and landscape beds can bridge treated zones or put wood in contact with soil. Tell your termite provider before you build.
What’s scratching in my bungalow ceiling at night?
In tree-covered intown neighborhoods it is often roof rats. See scratching in walls.
What are the big roaches flying around on summer nights?
Most likely smokybrown cockroaches, which live in the tree canopy and gutters. They come toward porch lights and slip in through gaps around doors and windows.
Nearby areas
- Morningside-Lenox ParkNeighborhood
- Poncey-HighlandNeighborhood
- Ansley ParkNeighborhood
- Druid Hills, GACensus-designated place
- Midtown AtlantaNeighborhood district