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Pest Control in Cornelia, GA

Led by an Associate Certified Entomologist

Red Hawk Pest Control serves homes and businesses in Cornelia, Georgia. Owner Joshua Sheppard is an Associate Certified Entomologist credentialed by the Entomological Society of America, who personally handles inspections and oversees every treatment. Quarterly residential pest control starts at $30 per month. Mosquito service is included in the Silver Flight plan at $70 per month from March through October. 

Joshua Sheppard, Associate Certified Entomologist and owner of Red Hawk Pest Control, serving Cornelia, GA

Pest Conditions in Cornelia

Cornelia's climate, foothills terrain, and mix of older and newer homes shape what pests show up most often. Here's what Red Hawk sees throughout the year in Cornelia.

  • Subterranean termites. Termite swarms in Cornelia follow the same March through May pattern as the rest of Habersham County, when warm humid days drive subterranean termite colonies to swarm. Active colonies can do structural damage year-round.

  • Carpenter ants. Common in homes near wooded areas. Carpenter ants are often mistaken for termites; the structural threat is different and so is the treatment.

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  • Mosquitoes. Habersham County mosquito pressure runs March through October. Cornelia's proximity to streams and low-lying areas creates breeding habitat. Red Hawk's Silver Flight plan covers mosquito service for the full season.

  • Fire ants. Established across North Georgia yards. Red Hawk treats fire ants with yard-wide granular bait.

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  • Brown recluse and other spiders. Found in basements, crawlspaces, and outbuildings throughout Cornelia. Joro spiders, the large invasive species established across North Georgia, are also addressed under Red Hawk's mosquito service.

  • Rodents. Field mice and roof rats move indoors in fall and winter. Cornelia's mix of older homes and newer construction means rodent entry points vary widely from property to property.

Services in Cornelia

Comprehensive residential and commercial pest control for Cornelia homeowners and businesses, designed and overseen by an Associate Certified Entomologist.

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Residential Pest Control

Quarterly preventive treatment for homes. Three Flight Packages starting at $30 per month.

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Commercial Pest Control

Custom programs for Cornelia restaurants, retail, warehouses, and offices.

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Termite Inspection & Treatment

Termidor HE liquid treatment and the Trelona Advanced Termite Bait System. Termite warranty available with Gold Flight.

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Mosquito Control

Seasonal treatment March through October. Also addresses Joro spiders, established in North Georgia.

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Bed Bug Treatment

Aprehend fungal treatment, a targeted approach that works on resistant populations.

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Fire Ant Treatment

Yard-wide granular bait treatment for established fire ant colonies.

Common Questions About Pest Control in Cornelia

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Owner Joshua Sheppard, Associate Certified Entomologist, personally walks the property, identifies what is going on, and gives a clear, itemized price. No pressure. No commitment.

Associate Certified Entomologist 

Best of Habersham 2025 & 2026 - The NE Georgian

★★★★★  5.0 on Google

Locally Owned & Operated

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