Pest control in Highland Farms: the short answer
Highland Farms is a newer community, so the common questions are about fire ants in new lawns, ants finding their way into new kitchens and what happens to termite protection after the builder's pretreatment. Call (334) 947-6234 to speak with a local pest control company that serves Highland Farms and ZIP 36066.
About Highland Farms
Highland Farms is a new-home community in Prattville built by D.R. Horton, listed in ZIP 36066. Like other new developments in town, it brings fresh lawns, new landscaping and new foundations, all of which affect which pests show up first.
Fire ant control in Highland Farms
New lawns and freshly graded lots give fire ant colonies open ground to settle. Treat mounds near walkways, driveways and play areas promptly, and check the yard again after heavy rain, when new mounds tend to appear. See fire ant control.
Mosquito control in Highland Farms
Low spots, gutters and drainage areas that hold water after storms are where mosquitoes breed. Fill low spots, keep gutters clear and dump containers every week, which is the Alabama Department of Public Health's advice for any yard. See mosquito control.
Termite control in new construction
Alabama Extension says current soil termiticides used during construction generally last about 5 years. Ask for your home's pretreatment paperwork, find out whether a warranty transfers, and keep mulch at least 12 inches from the foundation, since mulch against the house is one of the conditions Alabama Extension links to termites.
A first-year pest checklist for a new home
- file the builder's termite pretreatment paperwork and note the date
- check for gaps where pipes, wires and vents enter the house, and around garage doors
- walk the yard after watering or rain and dump any standing water
- watch new sod for fire ant mounds and treat them early
- check new eaves and porch ceilings for paper wasp nests in spring
More pest control services in Highland Farms
We also take calls in Highland Farms about these pests.
Rodent control in Highland Farms
The CDC's approach is seal, trap and clean: close entry points, set snap traps along walls and remove food and shelter. See rodent control.
Cockroach control in Highland Farms
Fix drips and store food tightly, so roaches have less to live on and baits work better. See cockroach control.
Ant control in Highland Farms
Carpenter ants in damp wood can point to a moisture problem worth fixing along with the treatment. See ant control.
Bed bug treatment in Highland Farms
Bed bug treatment is usually a separate, specialized service with prep steps and follow-up visits. See bed bug treatment.
Spider control in Highland Farms
Alabama has two venomous spiders, the black widow and the brown recluse, and Alabama Extension advises medical care for a suspected bite. See spider control.
Seasonal pests in Highland Farms
Wasp and hornet removal
A nest inside a wall void is a job for a professional, since sealing the hole can push wasps into the house. See wasp and hornet removal.
Flea and tick control
Keep grass mowed and use EPA-registered repellent to cut down on tick bites in the yard. See flea and tick control.
See our page on pest control in Prattville for every service.
Highland Farms at a glance
- Area
- New D.R. Horton community
- County
- Autauga
- ZIP
- 36066
- Common calls
- Fire ants, ants, termite protection, wasps
When you call from Highland Farms
Mention that the home is new, and have any termite pretreatment paperwork handy. See termite contracts in Alabama for what to ask.