Polk County County · Tennessee
Pest control in Ocoee, TN, from just up the road
Trust Exterminating provides pest control in Ocoee, TN, from our office a few minutes away in Benton. We handle termites, fire ants, ticks, mosquitoes, spiders and mice on the wooded, rural lots common around the US 64 and US 411 junction, with quarterly plans, one-time visits and termite work.
Ocoee is an unincorporated community in Polk County, sitting where US 64/74 crosses US 411, with the Ocoee River and the Cherokee National Forest close by. Most homes here are on larger lots with woods, pasture or creek bottom on at least one side, and that shapes almost every pest call we get from the area.
When the woods start at the edge of the yard, ticks, mice, spiders and carpenter bees don't have far to travel. Outbuildings, woodpiles and crawl spaces give them places to settle in. A good plan out here is less about spraying the kitchen and more about the perimeter, the foundation and what's stored around the house.
Ocoee is home turf for us. Our office and DIY Pest Shop are in Benton, so we can usually get out to look at a problem without making it an all-day trip, and if you'd rather handle something yourself, we'll point you to the right product and tell you how to use it.
Local pest pressure
What we see most in Ocoee
Ticks
Lone star and American dog ticks are the species most often found in Tennessee, and they wait in the tall grass and brush where a yard meets the woods. Dogs that roam the property bring them right to the porch.
Field guideEastern subterranean termites
Damp soil, wooded lots and homes built over crawl spaces are a good fit for termites. Swarms of winged termites usually show up on warm days after spring rain.
Field guideFire ants
Polk County is on Tennessee's imported fire ant quarantine list. Mounds pop up in pastures, along driveways and in sunny open yards, especially after a rain.
Field guideHouse mice
Fields and woods hold plenty of mice in summer. When nights turn cold in fall, they move into crawl spaces, garages and barns looking for warmth and stored feed.
Field guideBlack widow and brown recluse spiders
Sheds, woodpiles, stacked lumber and boxes in the garage are prime spots for both. Gloves and a quick look before you reach in go a long way.
Field guideCarpenter bees
Barns, porches, fences and eaves made of bare or weathered wood draw carpenter bees each spring. Their round holes and sawdust piles are easy to spot under rails and fascia.
Field guide
Why it matters here
Local conditions that drive pests
Woods on every side
Much of Polk County is forest, including large stretches of the Cherokee National Forest. Homes near that edge see more ticks, mice and wood-nesting insects than homes in town, so the yard line is where treatment starts.
River and creek moisture
The Ocoee River runs nearby and joins the Hiwassee just past Benton. Low ground near water stays damp, which favors termites, mosquitoes and moisture-loving pests under the house.
Rural lots and outbuildings
Barns, sheds, carports and stored hay or feed give rodents and spiders shelter away from the house. We look at those structures too, not just the home itself.
Long, wet growing season
Southeast Tennessee gets well over 50 inches of rain a year and mild winters. Insects stay active from early spring well into fall, so one treatment in May rarely carries a property through the year.
Services in Ocoee
Everything we offer, available here
From our customers
Notes from the field
“Polite, conscientious, thorough and professional. I'm happy to say there are no bugs in or around our household now that Jerry takes care of us.”
Lauren W.
“First time using Trust Exterminating. Great customer service, professional technician, and prompt. Better prices than the last company. Thank you!”
ETD A.
“Jerry has done an outstanding and professional job of keeping us bug free. On his first trip he found and eradicated a large fire ant hill. He is the best of the best.”
Stan S.
Questions
Pest control in Ocoee: FAQ
How far is your office from Ocoee?
Our office is in Benton, roughly a 10 to 15 minute drive from most of Ocoee. That makes Ocoee one of the easiest places for us to reach for inspections and follow-up visits.
My house backs up to woods. Can you do anything about ticks?
Yes. We treat the shaded edges, brush lines and tall grass where ticks wait for a host, and we'll suggest simple changes like keeping a mowed strip between the woods and the yard. Treating pets with a vet-recommended product at the same time makes a big difference.
Do you treat barns, sheds and other outbuildings?
We do. Rodents, spiders and carpenter bees often live in outbuildings first and work their way to the house. We'll include those structures in the inspection and tell you which ones need attention.
Are fire ants really a problem in Polk County?
Polk County is inside Tennessee's imported fire ant quarantine, so they're established here. Mounds in pastures and yards can be treated individually or with a broadcast bait across the whole area, depending on how many you have.
Can I pick up products myself instead of scheduling service?
Yes. Our DIY Pest Shop is inside the Benton office. Tell us what you're seeing and we'll recommend a product and explain how to apply it according to the label. If it doesn't solve the problem, we can come out.
Book an inspection in Ocoee
Tell us what you're seeing and where. We'll call you back to schedule.