Highland is one of Utah County’s premier east bench communities — spacious lots, beautiful homes, and a quiet family atmosphere set against the backdrop of the Wasatch Range. The city’s elevated position at the base of the foothills means it shares many of the pest dynamics of its mountain-adjacent neighbors. Deer mice descend from American Fork Canyon and the surrounding hillsides every fall. Black widows thrive in the native landscaping and large garages common on Highland’s generous lots. And the horse properties that give parts of Highland its rural character bring their own pest considerations. Serve Pest Control knows Highland well. We treat the bench estates, the equestrian properties, and the family homes in the established neighborhoods. Every property gets a plan built around its specific location and lifestyle.
Process for Highland Homes
We sweep out and knock down any honeycombs and cobwebs in the eaves up to 35 ft.
We treat every entry point of the home on the ground level including doors, windows, and the garage.
Also known as the “crack and crevice” treatment. Our power sprayer will seal up any open spaces along the foundation of the home, giving pests no chance of entering the home from the ground.
Our technicians will walk around the perimeter of your home, spreading a granule that will sink deep into the soil, providing a 15ft barrier from the foundation into the yard.
Every house is different. If you have pests in a strange area on your property, let us know and we will service the requested area.
We won't just protect your house, we'll protect your property by setting a fence line perimeter.
Our Highland service is tailored to the property’s location and character. Bench homes near the foothills get aggressive rodent exclusion every fall — foundation sealing, attic vent screening, and year-round bait station maintenance. Equestrian properties get barn and outbuilding coverage included at no extra charge. Homes in the more established neighborhoods on the valley side of town get comprehensive perimeter ant and spider control. Our technicians know the Highland rodent migration patterns from the canyon, the black widow harborage common in Highland’s landscaping, and the seasonal ant cycles specific to this elevation. Every service includes a thorough inspection, targeted treatment, and clear follow-up recommendations.
Pavement ants and thatching ants are common in Highland’s irrigated lawns. Thatching ants build large visible mounds and can establish extensive colonies in the deep topsoil common on Highland’s spacious lots. Moisture ants are found near foundations where hillside runoff keeps the soil damp.
Black widow spiders are very prevalent in Highland. The large lots with native rock landscaping, retaining walls, stacked wood, and extensive garages provide abundant habitat. Hobo spiders are also common at ground level. Sealing foundation gaps and regular web removal are essential preventive measures.
German cockroaches are uncommon in Highland’s primarily single-family residential setting. Introductions typically come through travel or moving boxes. Early detection with glue traps in kitchens prevents small issues from becoming problems.
Deer mice from the surrounding foothills and American Fork Canyon are the single biggest pest concern in Highland. The migration begins in late summer and intensifies through fall. Aggressive foundation sealing, attic vent screening, and year-round exterior bait station maintenance are essential for every Highland property.
Subterranean termites are active in Highland’s foothills neighborhoods where well-drained soil and favorable conditions exist. Homes with wood siding, decks, landscaping timbers, or any wood-to-ground contact are at increased risk. Annual inspections are strongly recommended.
Bed bugs in Highland are introduced through travel, guests, or secondhand furniture. The city’s growing number of home-sharing rentals increases exposure. We offer thorough inspections and fast heat treatment for confirmed cases.
Highland is one of those communities where families settle down and stay. The homes are well cared for, the neighborhoods are quiet, and people take pride in their properties. We take that same pride in helping keep them pest-free.
What makes Highland unique is its position at the edge of the foothills. Every fall, the deer mice from American Fork Canyon and the surrounding hillsides make their way downhill. They don’t miss a year. Our Highland clients know this pattern, and they plan for it. Those who book their fall exclusion in August have a quiet winter. Those who wait until they see a mouse are already behind.
The other big story in Highland is the black widow population. The large lots, native landscaping, and extensive garages common in this community create ideal habitat. We treat these areas during every service and educate homeowners on where to be cautious.
Highland is a wonderful place to raise a family and call home. Serve Pest Control is proud to be part of this community, keeping homes pest-free season after season.
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