Pest Control Tempe, AZ

We provide affordable, reliable pest control services to homeowners throughout Tempe, AZ, including Daley Park, Maple-Ash, The Lakes, Raintree, Riverside, Shalimar, Broadmor, Gililland, Marlborough Park, South Tempe, and more.

Yes, our safety-conscious Field Experts provide treatments that are pet- and family-friendly. We ask that you follow any instructions from our team and keep children and pets away from treated areas until they’re completely dry, which is typically about 30 minutes outdoors, depending on the weather, and 1 to 3 hours indoors, based on airflow. We might also suggest a few extra precautions if you have fish tanks, bird cages, or terrariums.

Tempe’s warm, desert environment creates ideal conditions for pests like scorpions, cockroaches, ants, spiders, and rodents. Scorpions often slip indoors through small openings, while ants and cockroaches are drawn to kitchens and bathrooms for food and moisture. Spiders tend to settle in garages and tucked-away corners, and rodents may move inside to avoid extreme heat or cooler winter nights. Moxie’s pest control service is designed to address these common pests during every visit.

While you can attempt DIY pest control, most store-bought sprays and traps only deal with the pests you can see. Many insects, rodents, and other pests remain hidden, continuing to multiply and cause damage from behind the scenes.

Moxie’s licensed Field Experts can locate nests, apply targeted treatments, and create a plan to help keep pests from returning. With regular visits and expert strategies, professional pest control offers long-term results that are difficult to achieve with retail products alone.

Yes, we offer monthly mosquito fogging services during peak mosquito season. Even in Tempe’s dry desert climate, mosquitoes can still thrive when moisture is present. Lawn watering, shaded landscaping, standing water, and humid conditions following monsoon rains can all contribute to increased mosquito activity around homes.

Mosquito activity in Tempe typically increases from late June through September, when seasonal rainfall creates favorable breeding conditions. Our local Field Experts return regularly to reapply treatments and focus on areas where mosquitoes rest and gather, helping reduce activity throughout the season.

German cockroaches are a common indoor roach in Tempe and are often found in kitchens and bathrooms where food and moisture are available. American cockroaches (sometimes called “sewer roaches”) are also encountered in the Tempe area and may enter homes through sewer systems and drains. Other species, such as the brown-banded cockroach, can also be found inside homes.

Moxie’s local Field Experts are trained to identify the species, locate harborage areas, and apply targeted treatments to help reduce populations and limit future activity.

Tempe’s desert climate plays a big role in when and where pests show up. During the summer, extreme heat and dry conditions often drive pests like scorpions, ants, and cockroaches indoors as they search for cooler, more humid environments. Air-conditioned homes, especially those with leaky pipes or shaded areas, become ideal hiding spots. In contrast, the monsoon season brings a sudden spike in moisture and humidity, which can trigger increased breeding activity for pests like mosquitoes, termites, and ants.

Our Field Experts understand these seasonal patterns and adjust treatment strategies throughout the year to address shifting pest behavior.

Tempe’s distinct desert seasons influence which pests are most active throughout the year. In spring, rising temperatures lead to an increase in ants and wasps, which become more aggressive as they forage and build nests. Summer brings intense heat, pushing scorpions, cockroaches, and rodents to seek shelter inside cooler homes. The added humidity from monsoon storms can also trigger termite swarms and mosquito activity.

In fall, pests like spiders and crickets often move indoors to escape dropping nighttime temperatures. During winter, while many pests slow down, roof rats and mice become more noticeable as they nest in attics, garages, and wall voids.

Each season requires a unique pest control approach, and our Field Experts adjust treatments accordingly to help keep your home comfortable year-round.

An increase in pest activity right after the first treatment is expected and is a sign that the treatment is working. The initial treatment disrupts pests and sends them fleeing from their hiding spaces and out into the open. After a follow-up treatment, you can expect to see a sharp decline in activity. If you notice that pests are active between scheduled visits, Moxie offers free warranty reservice visits to customers on our year-round plan.