Pests in Hawaii range from mosquitoes and termites to wild pigs, all of which cause damage to property and public health worth hundreds of millions of dollars in the Aloha State alone every year. By staying on top of routine pest control, you can minimize the chances of your property falling prey to uninvited guests. But how often should pest control be done in Hawaii?

In this guide, we’ll let you know about general recommended pest inspection frequencies for a wide range of building types. If you want specific details and recommendations for your building or a building that isn’t listed below, don’t hesitate to call us.

General Guidelines for Pest Control Frequency in Hawaii

Here’s a breakdown of how often pest control should be done in Hawaii based on building type:

Hotels and Restaurants

Hotels and restaurants must keep their properties pest-free not just to comply with regulations but also to ensure customers want to keep returning. Due to the high traffic of people and food supplies that pass through these kinds of businesses, we recommend having a pest control inspection at least every month. If you’ve recently had an infestation, weekly follow-up inspections for at least a month are recommended.

Apartment Buildings

In apartment buildings, shared walls and common spaces make it easy for pests to spread from one unit to another. That’s why landlords and building managers need to take precautions to prevent a disaster. You might want to organize a building inspection once or twice every quarter. If a recently cleared infestation was localized to one apartment, you’ll need frequent follow-ups for a certain period of time to protect the rest of the entire building.

Residential Properties

For single-family homes, routine inspections and treatments every three months are recommended. Having a quarterly pest inspection for your home with preventative treatments virtually eliminates the risk of pests from ever becoming a severe or unmanageable problem. You may choose to increase the frequency of pest inspections during rainy periods.

Offices and Retail Buildings

Calling the pest control experts for an inspection every three months can help you maintain a clean, hygienic, safe, and productive work environment. Industries that handle food products might require more frequent services to prevent contamination and comply with health regulations.

Schools, Healthcare Facilities, and Industrial Buildings

Certain environments require monthly inspections for legal and safety reasons. For example, hospitals have a duty to maintain exceptionally high levels of hygiene, while schools must protect the health and safety of children. Depending on the nature of the stored goods, warehouses and industrial buildings may require commercial pest control services on a monthly to quarterly basis.

Learn More about Routine Pest Control in Hawaii

By staying on top of pest control through periodic inspections, proper home maintenance, and deterrent treatments, you can make sure that your abode remains a habitat for you and your family only. At Mid-Pacific Pest Control, we offer thorough inspections on almost all types of building, checking every nook and cranny to keep your property pest-free for good. Contact us today to learn more about routine pest control and its benefits.