Pest control in Franklin, KY

Pest season in Franklin

NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the PORTLAND SEWAGE PLT, TN station (about 9 miles away) show an average temperature of 58.2°F, about 54.3 inches of precipitation a year spread over roughly 83 days with measurable rain or snow, 80 nights at or below freezing and 38 days reaching 90°F or more. Monthly averages are at or above 50°F for 7 months, so insect activity is concentrated in a clear warm season, while 80 freezing nights a year push mice and some insects to look for shelter indoors. Average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about April through October.

Moisture and pests

At about 54.3 inches a year, Franklin is wet by national standards. Damp soil, gutters and crawl spaces favor subterranean termites, mosquitoes breeding in standing water, and moisture-loving pests such as cockroaches, silverfish and carpenter ants in water-damaged wood.

Homes and pest entry points

The median year built for housing in Franklin is 1973, and about 60% of its 4,233 housing units were built before 1980. Homes from this era often have settled foundations, aging weatherstripping and wood trim that can let pests in, and many have crawl spaces or basements worth checking for moisture. About 75% of housing units are single-family detached homes.

Services most relevant in Franklin

• Termite Control58.2°F average temperature and 54.3 in of precipitation a year
• Rodent Controlabout 80 freezing nights a year push mice indoors
• Bed Bug Treatment45% of homes are rented, with more move-ins and used furniture
• Mosquito Control54.3 in of precipitation and 79°F in the warmest month
• Ant Controlabout 7 months a year average 50°F or more
• General Pest Controlone call when you are not sure what the pest is

Owners, landlords and tenants

About 55% of occupied homes in Franklin are owner-occupied and 45% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should usually report pest problems to their landlord or property manager first, since leases and local rules often make treatment their responsibility.

Nearby places

Franklin is in Simpson County. Places within about 30 miles include Bowling Green (19 mi), Hendersonville, TN (28 mi), Gallatin, TN (24 mi), Springfield, TN (23 mi) and Goodlettsville, TN (28 mi).

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates; American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25003, B25024, B25034, B25035); 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual and monthly).