A blue communication cable in an attic chewed through by a rodent, exposing frayed copper strands above blown-in insulation and wood framing.

During an attic inspection in Allen, TX, we found a communication cable gnawed through by a rodent, leaving the inner copper wiring frayed and exposed above the blown insulation. Rodents chew wiring constantly, which can cause service outages and fire hazards. We identified the activity and recommended a treatment plan for the rodents in the … Read more

Close up of an open weep hole gap in a red brick exterior wall just above a pipe near the foundation.

This photo shows an open weep hole in the exterior brick wall near the foundation of an Allen home. Weep holes are built in to drain moisture and vent the wall, but when left uncovered they give mice, roaches, and wasps an easy path inside. We recommend a weep hole guard that keeps drainage and … Read more

A green anole lizard clings to textured exterior siding in bright sunlight on a residential wall in Allen, Texas during a routine inspection.

A green anole is seen basking on the exterior siding of a home in Allen, Texas in October. While not a pest, anoles indicate ample insect activity; sealing gaps and maintaining screens helps keep wildlife outdoors. Our service targets the insects that attract lizards and includes sealing entry points to reduce indoor intrusions.

An active paper wasp colony on an open comb nest attached near a garage door opener inside a residential garage in Allen, Texas.

Active paper wasp nest attached to garage door opener wiring inside a residential garage in Allen, Texas. Paper wasps can deliver painful stings and become aggressive when defending brood, creating a hazard near frequently used entry points. Professional removal and preventative treatment are recommended for Allen homeowners in August to eliminate the colony and prevent … Read more

Gloved technician holds a removed paper wasp comb nest by a home's front walkway during an exterior service visit in Allen, Texas.

A technician holds an old paper wasp comb recently removed from the exterior walkway area of a home in Allen, Texas. Paper wasps can deliver painful stings and often rebuild nests near entries if remnants remain. Professional removal and treatment in August helps prevent re-nesting around high-traffic areas.

Technician uses an extension wand to treat the exterior soffit and eaves for wasp prevention at a home in Montgomery Farm, Allen, Texas.

A technician applies a residual treatment to the exterior soffit and eaves for wasp control at a residential property in Montgomery Farm, Allen. In April, wasps often begin nesting under eaves, creating a stinging risk near entryways and windows. Professional perimeter treatment and prompt nest removal help prevent activity around doors and walkways.

A gloved technician holds a tan wolf spider discovered on a concrete driveway during an exterior inspection at a residence in Allen, Texas.

Tan wolf spider located on a homeowner’s driveway during an exterior inspection in Allen, Texas, in April 2026. While generally non-aggressive, wolf spiders can wander indoors and startle residents; bites may occur when handled. A perimeter treatment and sealing entry points are recommended to reduce spider activity around the home.

A Pest Me Off technician gently holds a small lizard encountered during an exterior yard inspection at a Twin Creeks home in Allen, Texas.

During an April exterior service in Twin Creeks, Allen, our technician gently handled a small lizard resting near the home’s foundation. Lizards are beneficial insect predators and generally harmless, but their presence signals active yard insect activity that can attract less welcome pests. Targeted exterior treatments and habitat cleanup help reduce insect pressure while relocating … Read more

Technician uses an extension duster to remove spider webs from second-story eaves during exterior service at a home in Allen, Texas.

A technician clears spider webs from the upper eaves of a two-story home in StarCreek, Allen in April. Web buildup attracts more spiders and can shelter egg sacs near windows, causing recurring activity around the home. Routine exterior sweeping and targeted perimeter treatments help reduce spiders and keep entry points clean.

Exclusion work sealing a gap between brick and exterior trim to help prevent rodent and insect entry in Allen.

Before-and-after exclusion repair sealing a wide gap between brick and exterior trim near the foundation in Allen, Texas. Closing these entry points helps keep rodents, ants, and other pests from getting into wall voids and interior spaces, improving long-term pest prevention for homes across the McKinney area.