Free Pest Inspection Calgary: What's Included & What to Expect
Calgary Pest Guard offers 100% free pest inspections with absolutely no obligation.
No hard sell. No pressure. No hidden fees. Just an honest assessment of your pest situation and a transparent quote if you choose to proceed.
Book your free inspection: Call (825) 760-5364
What Does a Free Pest Inspection Include?
Our Complete Inspection Process
Duration: 20-45 minutes (depending on property size)
What We Inspect:
Kitchen (15-20 minutes)
- Under and behind refrigerator
- Under and behind stove/range
- Inside all lower cabinet hinges
- Under sink (plumbing penetrations)
- Inside pantry and food storage areas
- Dishwasher cavity
- Garbage storage area
- Grease traps and drains (commercial)
Bathroom
- Under sink
- Behind toilet
- Cabinet interiors
- Around bathtub and shower
- Plumbing access panels
Bedrooms (Bed Bug Focus)
- Mattress seams and tags
- Box spring fabric
- Bed frame (all crevices)
- Headboard and footboard
- Nightstand drawers
- Dresser undersides
Basement and Utility Areas
- Water heater area
- Laundry appliance gaps
- Wall penetrations
- Floor drains
- HVAC components
Exterior Perimeter
- Foundation perimeter
- All utility penetrations
- Garage door seals
- Weep holes (brick homes)
- Door sweeps and thresholds
- Window well conditions
Attic (If Accessible)
- Insulation disturbance signs
- Rodent runways
- Eave penetrations
- Nesting evidence
What We're Looking For During Inspection
Signs of Different Pests
Cockroach Signs:
- Live cockroaches (especially nymphs)
- Droppings (pepper-like specks)
- Egg cases (ootheca) - brown, bean-shaped
- Shed skins (multiple sizes)
- Musty odor in severe infestations
- Grease marks along cabinet edges
Bed Bug Signs:
- Live bed bugs (size of apple seed)
- Rust-colored stains on mattress
- Tiny white eggs in seams
- Shed skins along mattress edges
- Black fecal spots on bed frame
- Sweet, musty odor in heavy infestations
Rodent Signs:
- Droppings (mouse: rice-sized; rat: larger)
- Gnaw marks on food packaging or wood
- Grease marks along walls and baseboards
- Scratching sounds
- Nesting materials (shredded insulation, paper)
- Active burrows exterior
- Urine stains (visible under UV light)
Elm Seed Bugs:
- Aggregations around windows and doors in spring
- Entry points around utility penetrations
- Overwintering clusters in attic/wall voids
What Happens After the Inspection
Step 1: Verbal Debriefing
Immediately after inspection, our technician explains:
- What we found (with photos on their phone)
- Severity assessment
- Root cause analysis (why it happened)
- What you need to do
- What we recommend
No jargon. Clear language. Honest assessment.
Step 2: Written Quote
You receive a written quote that includes:
- Exact service recommended
- Products to be used
- Number of visits included
- Guarantee terms
- Total price (no surprises)
Calgary Pest Guard Starting Prices:
- Rodent control: From $300
- Cockroach treatment: From $500
- Bed bug treatment: From $500
- Monthly plan: From $50/month
Step 3: Decision - Your Choice, Your Timeline
You can:
- Book immediately - We can often treat same-day
- Think about it - Quote is valid for 30 days
- Get other quotes - We welcome comparison shopping
- Decline - No pressure, no follow-up calls
Our approach: Give you honest information. Let you decide.
Why Offer Free Inspections?
The Calgary Pest Guard Philosophy
Many pest control companies charge $75-$150 for inspections. We don't.
Why?
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Trust: Free inspections remove the financial barrier to getting professional help. You shouldn't pay to find out you have a problem.
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Accuracy: Phone quotes without inspection are estimates. In-person inspection gives you an exact, honest price.
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Calgary Community: We live here too. We want every Calgary home to be pest-free.
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Long-Term Relationships: Many of our best clients started with a free inspection. We earn your business by being helpful first.
What a Free Inspection Will Tell You
Clear Answers to Important Questions
Do I actually have a pest infestation? Many Calgary homeowners call worried about pests they don't have. A free inspection gives peace of mind either way.
How bad is it really? Self-assessment of pest infestations is notoriously inaccurate. For every roach you see, 10-25 more are hiding. Professional inspection gives you the real picture.
Where are they coming from? Identifying entry points is crucial for permanent elimination. We find entry points homeowners miss 90% of the time.
How much will it actually cost? Accurate quote, not a bait-and-switch estimate.
What can I do myself to help? We always provide free sanitation and prevention advice, regardless of whether you book service.
Calgary Free Inspection: Specific Property Types
Residential Home Inspection
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Special Focus:
- Full interior inspection
- Complete exterior perimeter
- Garage and outbuildings
- Crawl space if accessible
- Attic if accessible
What You Get:
- Detailed written report
- Photo documentation of issues
- Exact treatment quote
- Prevention recommendations
Apartment/Condo Inspection
Duration: 20-30 minutes
Special Focus:
- Kitchen (most common cockroach area)
- Bathroom plumbing
- Bedroom (bed bug check)
- Shared wall penetrations
- Entry points from neighbors
Tenant Note: If pests are building-related (not your fault), we document this for your landlord or RTDRS claim.
Restaurant/Commercial Inspection
Duration: 45-90 minutes
Special Focus:
- Full kitchen and food preparation areas
- Walk-in cooler and freezer seals
- Receiving and storage areas
- Employee areas
- Dining area
- Exterior waste management areas
What You Get:
- Alberta Health Services compliant report
- Risk assessment by area
- Treatment plan recommendation
- Monthly service plan options
- Same-day treatment available for critical situations
Common Calgary Inspection Findings
What We Find Most Often
German Cockroaches (Restaurants - NE Calgary) Most common commercial finding. Often found in hinges of lower cabinets, under deep fryers, behind reach-in coolers.
House Mice (Residential - Fall) Common in October-February. Found via droppings, entry points at foundation level, garage door gaps.
Bed Bugs (Apartments - Beltline/Downtown) Found in mattress seams, bed frames, and adjacent upholstered furniture.
Elm Seed Bugs (Residential - Spring) New to Calgary in recent years. Found in wall voids and windows throughout the city.
After the Inspection: Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to book on the spot?
Absolutely not. Take all the time you need. Our quote is valid for 30 days.
What if you find nothing?
We'll tell you honestly that your home appears pest-free and give you prevention tips. That's a great outcome.
Can you treat the same day as the inspection?
Yes! If you decide to proceed immediately, we often have product on hand to treat same-day.
What areas do you inspect for free in Calgary?
All Calgary quadrants, plus Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks, Chestermere, Strathmore, High River, and surrounding areas.
How long does the inspection take?
Apartment: 20-30 minutes House: 30-45 minutes Commercial: 45-90 minutes
Do I need to be home during the inspection?
Yes, you or an authorized adult (18+) must be present. This also helps us explain findings directly.
Book Your Free Pest Inspection in Calgary
100% Free | No Obligation | Same-Day Available
Call (825) 760-5364 to book your free inspection.
Mention this article and we'll include a free UV flashlight check of your mattress and bed frame at no extra cost.
Service pricing after inspection:
- Rodents: From $300
- Cockroaches: From $500
- Bed Bugs: From $500
- Monthly plans: From $50/month
Calgary Pest Guard - Honest inspections, guaranteed results. Serving Calgary since 2022.