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All our treatments are safe for pets and children while being highly effective against pests.
Fast response times with most treatments scheduled within the same week you call.
If pests return within 60 days, we'll come back at no additional charge.
No hidden fees or surprise charges. You'll know the exact cost upfront.
Des Moines area professionals who understand local pest challenges.
Fully licensed pest control professionals with comprehensive insurance coverage.
Comprehensive pest control solutions for Des Moines area homes and businesses
Comprehensive interior and exterior treatments for common household pests
Get a Quote →Targeted elimination of ant colonies and prevention of future infestations
Get a Quote →Safe removal of wasp nests, hornet colonies, and other stinging insects
Get a Quote →Seasonal yard treatments to reduce mosquitoes and ticks around your property
Get a Quote →Professional termite inspections and treatments to protect your Des Moines home from wood-destroying insects. We identify termite activity early and provide comprehensive treatment plans.
Get a Quote →Effective bed bug elimination using proven heat and chemical treatments. We inspect, treat, and follow up to ensure complete removal from your Des Moines home or business.
Get a Quote →Simple, straightforward process to get your home pest-free
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Our licensed technician inspects your property and applies pet-safe treatments.
Enjoy a pest-free home with our 60-day re-service guarantee for peace of mind.
All treatments are applied by licensed professionals using pet and family-safe products
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*Prices vary by property size and pest type. Free quotes include detailed inspection.
Year-round protection with quarterly treatments, Interior and Exterior
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Real reviews from satisfied customers across the metro
"Fast service and very thorough. Haven't seen a single ant since they treated our kitchen!"
"Great communication and fair pricing. The technician explained everything clearly."
"Pet-safe products were important to us. DSM Pest Control delivered exactly what they promised."
Proudly serving Polk & Dallas counties
Des Moines' humid continental climate creates unique pest challenges throughout the year. Understanding seasonal pest patterns helps homeowners stay protected year-round.
As temperatures warm, Des Moines homes face increased ant activity, particularly carpenter ants and pavement ants. The area's clay-heavy soil retains moisture, creating ideal conditions for subterranean termites to become active. Spring is also when overwintering box elder bugs emerge from wall voids and attics. Our spring treatments focus on exterior perimeter protection and termite inspections to catch problems early.
Summer brings mosquitoes and ticks, especially near Des Moines' many water features like Gray's Lake, Saylorville Lake, and the Des Moines River. Wasps and hornets build nests in eaves and yard structures. Spiders become more visible as they hunt for other insects. Our summer services include mosquito yard treatments, wasp nest removal, and comprehensive exterior sprays to keep pests outside where they belong.
Fall is the busiest season for pest control in Des Moines. Asian lady beetles and box elder bugs seek warm shelter in massive numbers, often clustering on south-facing walls before finding entry points. Mice and rats begin seeking indoor shelter as temperatures drop. Stink bugs also become problematic in many Des Moines neighborhoods. Our fall treatments create a protective barrier before pests attempt to overwinter in your home.
While outdoor pest activity slows, rodents remain active indoors throughout Iowa winters. Mice are particularly problematic in older Des Moines homes with foundation cracks or gaps around utilities. Overwintering pests like lady beetles and box elder bugs may emerge on warm winter days. Our winter services focus on rodent control and sealing entry points to prevent spring infestations.
We provide fast, reliable pest control throughout the greater Des Moines area. Our local technicians understand the unique pest challenges in each neighborhood.
Beaverdale, Sherman Hill, Ingersoll Park, Drake, Waveland Park, Woodland Heights, Highland Park, River Bend, Gray's Woods, Waterbury, Union Park, and downtown Des Moines.
Valley Junction, Clive, Waukee, Jordan Creek area, and all West Des Moines residential and commercial properties.
Altoona, Bondurant, Mitchellville, Pleasant Hill, Runnells, and surrounding Polk County areas.
Ankeny, Johnston, Grimes, Polk City, Saylorville, and northern Des Moines metro communities.
Norwalk, Indianola, Carlisle, Hartford, and southern Polk and Warren County areas.
Whether you're in a historic home in Sherman Hill, a newer development in Ankeny, or a business in downtown Des Moines, we provide same-week service with our 60-day guarantee. Our technicians live and work in the Des Moines metro, so we understand local pest patterns and respond quickly to your needs.
Des Moines' location in Central Iowa creates perfect conditions for year-round pest activity. Understanding these local factors helps explain why quarterly pest control is essential for Iowa homeowners.
Des Moines experiences hot, humid summers and cold winters—conditions that drive pests to seek shelter indoors. The Des Moines River, Raccoon River, and numerous lakes create moisture-rich environments where mosquitoes, ants, and other pests thrive. Our clay-heavy soil retains water, providing ideal conditions for termites and creating damp basements that attract silverfish, spiders, and centipedes.
Many Des Moines neighborhoods feature beautiful historic homes built in the early 1900s. While charming, these older structures often have foundation cracks, gaps around original windows, and crawl spaces that provide easy pest entry points. Even newer homes in developments around Ankeny, Waukee, and West Des Moines face pest pressure from nearby agricultural areas and construction activity that displaces rodents and insects.
Central Iowa's agricultural landscape means Des Moines homes are surrounded by fields and farms. When crops are harvested or fields are tilled, mice, rats, and insects seek new food sources—often finding their way into suburban neighborhoods. Box elder bugs and Asian lady beetles, common agricultural pests, invade homes in massive numbers each fall.
Our Home Shield Membership provides treatments every 90 days, aligning with Iowa's seasonal pest patterns. Spring treatments prevent ant and termite activity. Summer services control mosquitoes and stinging insects. Fall applications create barriers before overwintering pests invade. Winter visits address rodent activity and prepare your home for spring. This proactive approach costs less than reactive emergency treatments and keeps your Des Moines home pest-free year-round.
Everything you need to know about our pest control services
Yes, we use pet and family-safe products that are effective against pests while being safe for your loved ones. All treatments are applied by licensed technicians following strict safety protocols.
We offer same-week scheduling for most services. Emergency treatments can often be arranged within 24-48 hours depending on availability.
We stand behind our work with a 60-day re-service guarantee. If pests return within 60 days, we'll come back at no additional charge.
For exterior treatments, you don't need to be home. For interior services, someone should be present to provide access and discuss any specific pest issues.
We serve Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Clive, Waukee, Altoona, Johnston, Pleasant Hill, Grimes, and surrounding areas in the greater Des Moines metro.
We'll provide specific preparation instructions when you schedule. Generally, you'll want to remove food and dishes from counter areas and ensure access to treatment areas.
Yes, we offer quarterly maintenance plans starting at $39/month to keep your home pest-free year-round with regular treatments and inspections.
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