Our 8-step quarterly pest protection service
Every Rhino visit follows the same 8 steps, no matter which technician comes out. You know what you are paying for, and you can check that it got done.
A standard you can count on
Pests in Texas suburbs follow the edges of a home. Foundations, eaves, weep holes and door frames are where they get in.
Our 8 steps cover those spots inside and out on every quarterly visit.
- 1
Inspect inside and out
We look for activity, entry points and moisture before we treat anything.
- 2
Interior dust and bait
We treat bathrooms, kitchens and other places pests hide.
- 3
Remove cobwebs and nests
We knock down cobwebs, mud daubers and wasp nests within reach.
- 4
Treat entry points
We treat around windows, awnings and doors where pests get in.
- 5
Dust weep holes and voids
Weep holes are open gaps in brick homes, and pests use them as doors.
- 6
Perimeter treatment
We treat 1 to 2 feet up the foundation and 3 to 4 feet out.
- 7
Blow off hard surfaces
We clear the driveway, patio and walkways so they are left clean.
- 8
Written service report
You get a report of what we used, where, and tips to help.
What quarterly service covers
The quarterly plan covers the common pests that get into Texas homes.
- · Ants (sugar, carpenter, crazy)
- · Roaches (American, smoky brown, wood)
- · Spiders
- · Wasps and hornets
- · Silverfish
- · Earwigs
- · Crickets
- · Fire ant treatment around the house perimeter
Not in the quarterly plan
German roach infestations are a separate specialty service with their own quote.
Mosquitoes, rodents and full-yard fire ant treatment are separate plans.
Termites are not treated under the quarterly plan. Ask us and we will point you to the right help.
Why every three months
A quarterly treatment is built to protect for about 90 days under typical Texas conditions.
Heavy rain, nearby new construction or seasonal swarms can shorten that window. That is why returns between visits are free for covered pests.
That works out to four scheduled visits a year.
Your first visit and every visit after
First visit
Takes about 30-45 minutes. You need to be home.
We treat inside under sinks, in the garage and in the utility room, plus the full outside.
Later visits
Take about 20-30 minutes. They are done on the outside, so you do not need to be home.
Want the inside treated on a later visit? Tell us and the technician will do it.
What we look for on the first visit
On the first visit, your technician looks for signs that tell us which pest it is, like droppings, ant trails and mud tubes.
We also check for entry points, cracks, openings and harborage areas where pests hide and nest.
When needed, we place ant stations or bait stations where pests are active.
Between visits
A few simple habits help the treatment work longer.
- · Sanitation is key. Keep food stored and clean up crumbs and spills.
- · Keep the foundation clear of clutter, leaves and stored items.
- · Keep the yard well kept.
Kids, pets and the products we use
Every product we apply is EPA-registered. We keep EPA labels on file for everything we use.
Treatment is perimeter-first. We treat the edges of your home where pests travel, not the living spaces where kids and pets spend time.
Interior treatments dry quickly. After 30 minutes, your family and pets can move through treated areas normally.
Rhino is licensed by the State of Texas, license TPCL0887540. Your written service report shows what we used and where.
After the visit
If a covered pest comes back between quarterly visits, call us and we come back free. That is The Rhino Promise.
See what each plan includes on our residential pest protection page.
Questions about quarterly service
How much does quarterly service cost?
Starts at $104 plus tax. Estimates are free.
Does it stop every bug?
No. Your agreement lists the standard pests it covers.
What if pests come back between visits?
Call or text us. Under The Rhino Promise, we schedule your free return visit the same day or the next day, or whenever works best for you, and re-treat covered pests at no charge.
Is there a contract?
No contract. You sign a service agreement that lets us onto your property and confirms the price.
Do you use bait stations?
When necessary, yes. We use ant stations or bait stations where we see activity.
Do I need to be home?
Only for the first visit.
How long does a visit take?
30-45 minutes the first time, 20-30 minutes after that.
How can I pay?
All credit cards, cash and check.
Ready for a visit you can check?
Quarterly service starts at $104 plus tax, and estimates are free.