Hilliard and the northwest side
Pest control in Hilliard
Mice in the basement, rats by the garage, bed bugs after a move, roaches in the kitchen or termite swarmers in spring? Request help anywhere in Hilliard and the northwest side, and ask for an inspection and a written price before any treatment.
Licensed companies only: an Ohio Department of Agriculture pesticide business license. Check any license yourself
25,932
homes
1995
median year built
32%
renter occupied
Homes and pests in Hilliard
Hilliard is the northwest suburb that grew up around an old railroad town, now mostly subdivisions built since the 1990s. Part of ZIP 43026 lies inside Columbus city limits, but the City of Hilliard runs its own services. The Census counts about 25,932 homes in ZIP 43026 (ACS 2020 to 2024).
Housing here is a mix: about 9% built before 1960 and 30% in 2000 or later. Older homes tend to have more gaps at basements and doors; newer ones still get termites from the soil and ants along slab edges.
Most homes here are owner occupied (68%), so a pest problem is usually yours to arrange, and a termite inspection is worth doing before you buy.
Hilliard is its own city, so Columbus 311 and the Columbus Public Health rat program don't cover it. For rodents or insects in or around the house, a licensed private company is the usual route.
The weather sets the calendar. John Glenn airport averages 216 insect-active days a year, termites swarm in spring, mosquito nights run June to August, and mice move in after the first freeze around October 29.
Hilliard at a glance
| ZIP | Homes | Median year built | Built before 1960 | Renter occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43026 | 25,932 | 1995 | 9% | 32% |
Census ACS 2020-2024. Compare all 36 ZIP codes.
Insect-active days per month in Columbus (daily mean 50°F or warmer)
Common pest problems in Hilliard
How it works
- Tell us what you're seeing. Use the form, or text a photo of the bug or the damage.
- A licensed local company calls you back. They ask a few questions and set a time to look.
- Ask for an inspection and a written price. Nothing is treated until you say yes.
Questions people ask
Do you cover all of Hilliard?
Yes, including ZIP 43026. The company confirms your address when they call.
How soon can someone come out?
It depends on the company's schedule and the problem. Say in your request if it's urgent, like wasps inside the house or a bat in a bedroom.
Do I get a price first?
Ask for one. Licensed companies can inspect and quote before treating. If you only want a price, pick that option in the form.
Who licenses pest control in Ohio?
The Ohio Department of Agriculture. A pest control business needs a pesticide business license, and the person treating your home needs a commercial applicator license in the right category. You can look up applicators on the ODA website.