New Year Home Reset: Planning Your Pest Control for the Next 12 Months

January is a good time to plan the year's pest control.

A simple calendar prevents emergencies.

The short answer

Review last year's problems, schedule inspections (termite, general), plan pre-monsoon and post-monsoon checks, budget for services, set cleaning and storage routines and decide whether an annual plan makes sense. Keep records of treatments and guarantees.

Plan

1. List last year's pest problems.
2. Schedule a termite and general inspection.
3. Plan pre- and post-monsoon checks.
4. Budget for treatments.
5. Review guarantees and contracts.

Habits

• Weekly drain and waste checks.
• Seasonal storage care.
• Keep records.

When to call a professional

If the problem is widespread, keeps returning or you are unsure what you are dealing with, a professional inspection will save time and avoid wasted effort.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an annual plan?

If you have recurring pests.

What if I have no problems?

Do light checks.

Should I book early?

Yes.

Can I change the plan?

Anytime.

This guide is part of IPest's complete resource on pest control. For identification help, prevention and treatment options, see our full pest control guide for Bangalore.