Pest control in Kingston Hills: the short answer
Kingston is a quieter part of Prattville next to open, rural land, and homes on that edge see more mice in cool weather, more fire ant mounds and more ticks than homes in the middle of town. Newer construction also needs a termite plan. Call (334) 947-6234 to speak with a local pest control company that serves Kingston Hills and ZIP 36067.
About Kingston and Kingston Hills
Kingston is described as a quiet residential area bordering rural land, and Lennar is building new homes in Kingston Hills, listed in ZIP 36067. Being next to fields and woods brings a different mix of pests than a downtown street.
Termite control in Kingston Hills
Wood fences, firewood stacked against the house and stumps left from clearing land all give termites a path in. Alabama Extension links termite risk to wood touching soil and to moisture, and recommends a thorough inspection at least once a year. See termite control.
Tick and rodent control next to open land
Ticks wait in tall grass, brush and leaf litter, so the Alabama Department of Public Health suggests keeping to mowed areas, using EPA-registered repellent and checking pets carefully. For mice, the CDC's advice is to seal gaps, trap and remove food and shelter. Mice can fit through a hole about the size of a nickel.
Fire ant control along the property line
Open land next door means a steady supply of new fire ant colonies. The Encyclopedia of Alabama describes broadcast baits as often the most cost-effective option for a whole yard, with individual treatment for mounds near walkways, doors and play areas. Because new colonies keep moving in from neighboring land, many yards on the rural edge need treatment more than once a year. See fire ant control and our two-step method guide.
More pest control services in Kingston Hills
We also take calls in Kingston Hills about these pests.
Mosquito control in Kingston Hills
West Nile virus is the most reported mosquito-borne disease in Alabama, according to ADPH, which makes cutting breeding sites worth the effort. See mosquito control.
Cockroach control in Kingston Hills
Penn State Extension notes cockroach skins and droppings can trigger asthma attacks, one more reason to treat early. See cockroach control.
Ant control in Kingston Hills
Ant trails in the kitchen after rain usually respond better to baits than sprays, which can scatter the colony. See ant control.
Bed bug treatment in Kingston Hills
Bites after sleeping and small rusty spots on mattress seams are common signs. Skip foggers, which don't reach where bed bugs hide. See bed bug treatment.
Spider control in Kingston Hills
Most general pest plans cover common house spiders and web removal. See spider control.
Seasonal pests in Kingston Hills
Wasp and hornet removal
Yellowjackets peak in August or September, according to Alabama Extension, when colonies can reach thousands of workers. See wasp and hornet removal.
For all services, see our guide to pest control around Prattville.
Kingston Hills at a glance
- Area
- Quiet residential area next to rural land, with new Lennar homes
- County
- Autauga
- ZIP
- 36067
- Common calls
- Mice, fire ants, ticks, termite protection
When you call from Kingston Hills
Say whether the home is new, what you're seeing and whether it's inside or in the yard. Our guide to keeping mice out covers common entry points.