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Old 04-08-2018, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Travel Addict View Post
We are first time Florida residents and it seems like having an annual pest control contract appears to be the norm. Compared Deans and Massey's general pest contract which includes 4 sprayings per year and on-call visits for the interior of the home as needed.

Seeking wisdom from long term residents ...anyone find this really isn't necessary or a must have?

We do have a water retention pond in our backyard - so perhaps may get more mosquitoes as well.
We purchased a preowned that had not had termite application done in 2 years. Before we closed owner had to have deans come with dog to sniff for termites. $500 for dog inspection, and application.