1st Choice Pest Services
1st Choice Pest Services is a pest control company at 1156 E Tennessee St in Tallahassee, Florida, working with homeowners and businesses across Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla counties. Owner operator Brian Peschl established the company in August 2007 after a decade in the industry, having begun his career in 1997 with several large pest control operations and earned state licensing in all four major categories. He is a certified pest control operator in general pest control, wood destroying organisms and insects, fumigation, and lawn and ornamental care, and the crew includes additional state licensed operators alongside lead service and commercial technicians. General pest control follows a two-step approach: the interior is treated first to clear out what is already inside, then an exterior perimeter treatment keeps insects from getting back in. Treatment methods are matched to the pest and include dusts, baits, crystals, liquids, and granules, and the pests handled range across ants, mosquitoes, roaches, spiders, rodents, flies, ticks, fleas, woodboring beetles, occasional invaders, and termites. Beyond general pest work the company runs termite control with state-certified termite technicians who inspect the whole home before building a customized plan, real estate wood destroying organism inspections for property transactions, mosquito control, and substructure moisture control with 6 mm reinforced floor liners and automatic temp vents. Products are EPA-approved and applied in a targeted way, with organic and natural options and preventative measures used to limit chemical reliance. The company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured, its team holds state certifications in various pest control categories, and long-term contracts are not required.
Services
Pest control: residential and commercial
A two-step approach that treats the interior first to remove pests already inside, then adds an exterior perimeter treatment to keep insects from getting back in. Treatment options include dusts, baits, crystals, liquids, and granules.
Termite control
State-certified termite technicians inspect the entire home, then build a customized treatment plan. Subterranean termite work includes barrier treatments around the foundation, slab injection, and foam injection for wall voids.
Real estate (WDO) inspections
Wood destroying organism inspections for home buyers and sellers, covering exteriors, basements, crawl spaces, attics, closets, and garages, and looking for subterranean termites, drywood termites, powder post beetles, and wood decay fungi.
Substructure controls service
Moisture control under the home, including a 6 mm reinforced floor liner covering roughly 90 to 95 percent of the soil beneath the house, plus automatic temp vents that open at 70 degrees and close at 40 degrees.
Mosquito control
Treatment programs aimed at mosquito pressure around the property.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
1156 E Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
FAQs
Do I need to be home for treatments?
Generally no. The first application includes a preventive interior service plus a comprehensive exterior treatment program. Future services are exterior perimeter treatments, so you do not need to be at home for them.
What do your services cost?
1st Choice Pest Services builds customized treatment plans based on the type of service, the size of the home, and how often service is needed, so generic pricing is not practical. Call (850) 656-5982 and the office will work out the pricing options that fit your property.
How long does the first pest control visit take?
The initial service usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, though it varies with the size of the home and the pest issues found. That visit treats both the interior and the exterior. Regular services after that are exterior perimeter treatments.
Are your treatments safe for people and pets?
Yes. The company uses EPA-approved products designed for residential use, chosen to be effective against pests while minimizing risk to people and animals, and technicians apply them in a targeted way to limit exposure. Organic and natural options are used as well. When a precaution is needed, such as staying out of a treated area for a short period, you get clear instructions.
Do I really need ongoing service?
Programs are designed around the pest pressures that show up through the year, with regular treatments to prevent future infestations. Several plan options are available for a home. The most popular is the quarterly pest elimination program, and annual inspection and warranty programs are offered for termites, beetles, and fungi.
What happens if a treatment does not work?
The company provides follow-up service. It typically gives a guarantee period during which it will re-evaluate and, if necessary, re-treat the problem area at no additional charge, after assessing factors such as environmental conditions or pest resistance.
How do I know if I have termites?
Termites are far less obvious than roaches or ants because they stay hidden, and many owners only see them during swarm season. That is why annual inspections and preventive treatments matter. State-certified termite technicians inspect the whole home and then build a plan around what they find.
Which areas do you cover?
General pest control is offered in and around Tallahassee, with coverage across Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla counties. The office is at 1156 E Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32308, and the phone number is (850) 656-5982.