One-Time Pest Control vs. Quarterly Service: Which Costs More

One-Time Pest Control vs. Quarterly Service: Which Costs More (and Which Saves Your Sanity)?
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Let’s talk bugs, Sarasota and Manatee friends. Not exactly your favorite topic? We get it. But if you’ve ever watched a line of ants march across your kitchen like they’re on a mission, or seen a roach the size of a Mini Cooper sprint across the floor, you know pests aren’t just annoying. They’re a full-blown invasion.

So the big question is:
Should you go with a one-time pest control treatment or sign up for a quarterly service?
Let’s break it down with a smile 😄

🧼 The One-Time Treatment: The Quick Fix

A one-time treatment is like calling a superhero just once. You’ve got a problem like ants, spiders, silverfish, or roaches and we come in like caped crusaders to kick them out. Boom. Problem solved... for now.

💲 Cost: Usually around $150 to $300 depending on your home size and the type of pest

🎯 Great for:
• Surprise infestations
• Post-party ant invasions
• “Help, there’s something crawling in the bathroom!” emergencies

But here's the catch. Florida is basically Club Med for bugs 🏖️
The warm weather, humidity, and lush landscaping mean pests don’t take seasons off. They don’t care that you treated once. They’ll be back with their cousins and in-laws.

Before you know it, you’re calling again. And again. And again.

🔄 Quarterly Pest Control: Your Year-Round Defense

Now let’s talk quarterly service. It's the behind-the-scenes hero of a pest-free life.

With quarterly pest control, we treat your home every three months. That means we’re stopping pests before they even have a chance to show up. It’s proactive, not reactive and your future self will thank you.

💲 Cost: Typically $85 to $120 per visit
That’s about $340 to $480 per year for ongoing protection

✨ Why people love it:
• It’s budget-friendly over time
• Free re-treats if bugs return between visits 🆓
• You don’t have to remember to call. We’re already scheduled
• Prevents major infestations (bye termites 👋 see ya roaches)

Imagine sipping your morning coffee without wondering what’s lurking under the toaster. That’s the magic of quarterly service ☕

🧐 So... Which Should You Choose?

If you’ve got a sudden issue and need a pest-busting blitz, a one-time treatment might do the trick.

But if you’d rather never have to deal with a sudden issue again, quarterly service is your best friend 🙌

It’s kind of like going to the gym once versus going every week. One visit feels good, but consistency gets results 💪

🐛 Why Choose Westfall’s?

At Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control, we’re local, friendly, and we really know our Florida bugs. We’ve been evicting them for years 🪳❌

Our team is trained, licensed, and just the right amount of obsessed with customer service. Whether it’s your first call or your 50th, we’ll show up with a smile and the tools to get the job done right ✅

We treat your home like our own and we stand behind every treatment we do. Seriously, if bugs come back, so do we. For free.

🏁 Final Takeaway

✅ One-time treatment: Great for short-term relief
✅ Quarterly service: Best for year-round peace of mind, long-term savings, and fewer pest surprises

Want to chat? We’re always here to help. Call us, text us, or send smoke signals. Just don’t invite the bugs to stay 🕷️❌

Westfall’s Lawn and Pest Control
Serving Sarasota & Manatee with bug-busting love ❤️🐜