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Bugs don’t wait, so neither should you. Enter your ZIP code and the pest you’re seeing, and we’ll match you with a licensed provider who serves your area.

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    How it works

    Pest Help in 3 Simple Steps

    Tell us what’s bugging you, get matched with a licensed local pro, then compare your free quote. Here’s everything that happens along the way:

    Why Beetle Detectives

    Pest Problems Solved Like a Detective

    Beetle Detectives was built for one moment: you just spotted a bug and you need answers. We help you name the pest, understand the risk and reach the right local pro without the runaround. More about us.

    Share your ZIP code and the pest you’re seeing, and we match you with an independent, licensed provider who serves your area. They give you a free quote, and you decide what happens next.

    Not sure what you found? Our Pest Library pairs clear photos with plain-English guides, researched against university extension and EPA guidance, so you can identify pests and keep them out.

    Beetle Detectives is a referral service. Treatments are performed by independent local providers.

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    Services we help with

    The Right Pro for
    Every Pest Problem

    One request. One licensed local pro. Zero guesswork.


    From a few ants in the kitchen to termites in the walls, we match you with a provider who handles your exact problem. Pick your pest below to get started.

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    Our promise

    Free to Use. No Pressure. Ever.

    Requesting a quote is always free, and you are never obligated to hire anyone. We only share your details with the provider you’re matched with, never with a list of strangers.

    Why homeowners trust us

    Pest Advice You Can Rely On

    We’re upfront about how we work, so you can make the call with confidence.

    Our sources:

    University Extension Research
    EPA Guidelines
    CDC Pest Info
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    House mouse peeking out from under a kitchen cabinet
    Adult bed bug on a white mattress near the seam

    Identify and protect

    What Pest Are You Dealing With?

    Match what you’re seeing to our photo guides, then learn how to stop it.
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    House spider on its web in a window corner

    Browse by pest type

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    Beetles

    Carpet, pantry and wood-boring beetles

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    Spiders

    House spiders to black widows

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    Cockroaches

    German, American and smoky brown

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    Termites

    Subterranean, drywood and swarmers

    Pest guides

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    Good questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Yes. Requesting a quote through Beetle Detectives costs you nothing, and you are never obligated to book. Your matched provider explains the price for your specific situation, and you decide whether to go ahead. If it isn’t right for you, simply say no.

    No. Beetle Detectives is a referral service and pest information resource. We connect you with independent, licensed local pest control providers, and they carry out any inspections and treatments. We also publish free pest identification and prevention guides so you know what you’re dealing with.

    It depends on your area and the provider’s schedule. Some local pros can offer same-day or next-day visits, especially for urgent problems like stinging insects or rodents. Mention the urgency in your request, and your provider will confirm the exact timing with you.

    Licensed providers are trained to apply products according to label directions, which include precautions for people and pets. Always tell your provider about children, pets, pregnancy or allergies in your home. Ask which products they plan to use, how long to stay out of treated areas, and whether lower-toxicity options fit your situation.

    Prices vary by pest, home size, how severe the problem is and where you live. A one-time general treatment usually costs less than termite or bed bug work, which often needs specialized equipment and follow-up visits. The only way to know your real price is a quote from a local pro. Our pest control cost guide explains what drives the price.

    We connect homeowners and renters with providers across the United States, and our pest guides are free to use wherever you live. Enter your ZIP code in the quote form to check for a licensed provider near you. If no provider is available in your area yet, our guides can still help you identify the pest and take first steps.

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