Rodent control
Traps, bait stations where safe, and a full check of the foundation, porch and utility gaps.
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Wick Park, North Heights, Brier Hill
Pest Control in North Side, Youngstown, OH
Inspections and treatment for the large older homes, duplexes and rentals north of downtown. We focus on how pests get into century-old houses and how to keep them out.
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
North Side pest control starts with the age of the house
Pest control on Youngstown's North Side is mostly about older buildings. Around Wick Park, about 70 percent of housing units were built before 1940, compared with about 40 percent citywide, according to the neighborhood's action plan. Older foundations, settled framing and many past repairs leave more small gaps for mice, insects and moisture.
The same plan found that most units near the park are rentals, and the housing mix includes multi-family buildings next to single-family homes. When pests show up in a shared house, the fix usually involves the whole building, not just 1 apartment.
Key facts
- About 70% of Wick Park area units were built before 1940 (citywide about 40%)
- About 30% owner occupied in 2010, the lowest rate in the city
- Bounded by the Mahoning River, Crab Creek and the Madison Avenue Expressway
- Wick Park and Crandall Park are city parks on the North Side
- (888) 752-0103, open 24/7
Where we work
The North Side at a glance
Boundaries. The city's 2010 Citywide Plan places the North Side between the Mahoning River on the west, the City of Girard and Liberty Township on the north, Crab Creek on the east and the Madison Avenue Expressway on the south. It lists Brier Hill, Wick Park and North Heights as its neighborhoods.
Wick Park. The park was a gift to the city from the Wick family and was laid out as open space with horse trails. Its neighborhood runs from Fifth Avenue east to Logan and Randall Avenues, and from Madison Avenue north to North Heights and Bissell Avenues, right above the Youngstown State University campus.
How it grew. Wealthy families began building near the park in the 1890s. Worker housing then filled the blocks between Elm and Wick Avenues and the hillsides above Andrews Avenue.
Other parks. City park listings put Crandall Park at 400 Redondo Road and the North Side Pool at 620 Tod Lane. Yards that back onto parks and wooded edges tend to see more ticks, wasps and wildlife pressure than blocks without green space.
Entry points
Where pests get into a large older house
The CDC notes a mouse can fit through a hole about 1/4 inch wide, the width of a pencil. Older houses have many openings that size.
Services
The 6 services North Side homes ask for most
Home sealing and exclusion
Steel mesh, caulk, door sweeps and vent screens for the gaps older houses build up over time.
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Unit-by-unit inspection in duplexes and converted houses, with clear prep steps for tenants.
Learn moreCockroach control
Baits and crack and crevice work in kitchens and baths, plus checks of shared walls and pipes.
Learn moreTermite inspection
Wood-destroying insect checks for buyers and sellers of older homes, including basements and porches.
Learn moreBee and wasp removal
Nests in eaves, porch ceilings and attic vents, which are common on tall older houses.
Learn moreWhat happens
How we handle a North Side pest call
Talk it through
On the phone we ask what you have seen, where and for how long. Photos help. Landlords can tell us how many units the house has.
Inspect top to bottom
We check the basement and foundation, the porch, windows, attic vents and any shared spaces in a multi-unit house.
Treat the cause
A licensed applicator uses the method that fits the pest, such as baits, traps or targeted products, always following the label.
Close the gaps
We seal entry points we can reach and list repairs that need a contractor, like rotted sills or broken basement windows.
Check back
Follow-up visits confirm activity is dropping. Keep kids and pets away from treated areas for as long as the technician directs.
Is it urgent?
What North Side homeowners notice, and how soon to call
| What you notice | What it may mean | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 1 or 2 spiders in the basement | Common in older basements and usually not a reason for treatment | Monitor |
| Scratching in walls or ceiling at night | Mice, or larger animals in the attic | Call soon |
| Droppings in a cabinet or drawer | Mice are living indoors, not just passing through | Call soon |
| Mud tubes on the foundation or a basement wall | Possible subterranean termite activity | Call soon |
| Small roaches in the kitchen by day | A growing German cockroach population | Call today |
| Bites and dark spots on mattress seams | Possible bed bugs, which can spread to other units | Call today |
| Wasps going in and out of a wall or vent | A nest inside the structure. Do not seal the hole while it is active | Call today |
If someone is stung and shows signs of a severe allergic reaction, call 911.
Coverage
Nearby areas and ZIP codes we cover
Next to the North Side, we also serve Brier Hill, Downtown Youngstown and the East Side, across Crab Creek. Every page explains what is different about that area.
- 44502
- 44503
- 44504
- 44505
- 44506
- 44507
- 44509
- 44510
- 44511
- 44512
- 44514
- 44515
- 44555
Not sure if your street is covered? Call (888) 752-0103 with your address.
FAQ
North Side Youngstown pest control questions
Why do older North Side houses get mice every fall?
Mice look for warm shelter as nights cool, and older homes often have many small openings. The CDC notes a mouse can squeeze through a hole about 1/4 inch wide. Common spots are the foundation, porch joints, basement windows and gaps around pipes and wires.
Who handles pests in a North Side rental?
That depends on the lease and Ohio landlord and tenant law, so check your lease first and report problems to the landlord in writing. Near Wick Park most units are rentals, so we often work with owners and tenants together. We can inspect every unit so 1 treatment does not just push pests next door.
My house is near Wick Park or Crandall Park. Will I see more pests?
Yards next to parks and wooded edges can see more ticks, wasps and wildlife than blocks without green space. That does not mean a problem is certain. Keeping grass short at the park edge, clearing brush piles and sealing gaps lowers the risk.
Do I need a termite inspection to buy an older North Side home?
Many lenders and buyers ask for a wood-destroying insect inspection, and it makes sense on older homes with basements and porches. Eastern subterranean termites are the most common termite in Ohio, and OSU Extension notes they swarm in spring and early summer. We check the foundation, sills, porch and basement for mud tubes and damage.
What if the house next door is vacant?
The Wick Park plan counted a high vacancy rate in 2010, so this is a real question here. A vacant house does not always mean pests, but it can give mice and wildlife shelter close by. Sealing your own foundation, porch and utility gaps is the best defense.
Book a pest inspection on the North Side
Older house, duplex or rental, we will find how pests are getting in and make a plan to stop them.
Pest Control Youngstown OH is a locally owned pest control company. Treatments are applied by Ohio-licensed applicators following the product label.
Sources
- YNDC and City of Youngstown, Wick Park Neighborhood Action Plan (Census and ACS data)
- City of Youngstown, Youngstown 2010 Citywide Plan (North Side Planning District)
- City of Youngstown, Park facilities list
- CDC, How to Seal Up to Prevent Rodents
- OSU Extension, Buckeye Yard and Garden onLine, Eastern Subterranean Termite
- Ohio Department of Agriculture, Pesticide Regulation