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Pest Control in Lake Nona, FL – Family Friendly Pest Protection
Keeping your Lake Nona home comfortable is a challenge when ants, roaches, spiders, and other pests treat your property like an open invitation year-round. Central Florida’s warm temperatures, frequent rainfall, and fast-growing landscaping—especially common in Lake Nona’s master-planned communities—create ideal conditions for pests to thrive outdoors and migrate inside your home.
Gato Lawn & Pest Control is a family-owned company that has been protecting Central Florida homes since 1999. Owner Johnny Gato has lived in the area for more than 40 years and built Gato around the everyday needs of local families, from Medical City to Lake Nona Estates, Laureate Park, Eagle Creek, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Why Lake Nona Residents Choose Gato for Pest Control
Lake Nona homeowners have plenty of choices for pest management. Here’s why so many trust Gato:
Authentically local & family-owned
Gato has remained family-run since 1999, providing consistent, community-rooted service you won’t get with national chains.
Lake Nona–focused service coverage
We protect homes throughout the rapidly growing Lake Nona region and surrounding areas—Medical City, Narcoossee, Moss Park, Vista East, Meadow Woods, Lake Hart, and neighboring communities.
Licensed, bonded & insured
You’re working with a professional team that meets Florida’s licensing requirements and carries full insurance coverage.
Targeted treatments—not blanket chemical spraying
We minimize harsh chemicals and use strategic, focused treatments where pests actually live and travel.
We use the same treatments in our own homes
Our technicians use the same products on their personal properties that we apply at customer homes, reflecting confidence in our safety-first approach.
Year-round defense programs built for Central Florida’s climate
Our preventive treatments are formulated to withstand heavy rain, irrigation, heat, and humidity common in Lake Nona.
Fast response & homeowner-focused service
If pests appear between scheduled visits, we return promptly to take care of it—no hassle.
Family & Pet-Friendly Pest Control in Lake Nona
Safety is one of the biggest concerns for Lake Nona families, especially in homes with children, pets, or frequent visitors.
We design every service with your household in mind:
- Precise, targeted applications in cracks, crevices, wall voids, and foundation areas
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques to minimize chemical use
- Product choices selected for safety, with clear re-entry instructions
- Full communication after each service so you always know what was done and why
This approach provides strong, dependable results while keeping your family’s comfort and safety front and center.
How Our Lake Nona Pest Control Program Works
Our residential pest control program is built for long-term prevention—not quick, one-time knockdowns. Here’s what you can expect:
1. Detailed Property Assessment & Consultation
Your technician begins with a thorough conversation and inspection:
- Where you’ve seen pests
- Moisture issues
- Entry points and gaps
- Exterior vegetation touching the home
- High-risk interior spaces (kitchen, bathrooms, garages, laundry rooms)
This allows us to build a treatment plan tailored to your home’s layout and Lake Nona’s unique environmental conditions.
2. Initial Population Reduction / “Clean-Out” Service
If you’re experiencing visible pest activity, your first treatment may include:
- Interior crack-and-crevice applications
- Targeted spot treatments where pests are active
- Wall-void dusting or baiting in key areas
- Attic or garage treatments if needed
This service drastically reduces the active population so we can move into full prevention mode.
3. Exterior Foundation & Perimeter Defense
Because most pests enter from outdoors, the exterior barrier is the core of our program:
- Treating your foundation and perimeter
- Targeting windows, doors, weep holes, eaves, utility lines, and hose bibs
- Removing reachable webs, nests, and harborage zones
- Addressing vegetation that touches or leans on the structure
We use water-resistant products designed to last through Lake Nona’s frequent storms.
4. Ongoing Preventive Maintenance
Depending on your home’s layout and pest pressure, most Lake Nona homeowners choose:
- Monthly
- Bi-monthly
- or Quarterly service
Each visit includes:
- Reapplication of the exterior protective barrier
- Inspection for activity and conducive conditions
- Spot interior treatments if needed
- Practical tips to reduce future pest activity
Between visits, if you see pests—just call us. We’ll return promptly.
Common Pest Problems in Lake Nona We Eliminate
Central Florida’s climate creates ideal conditions for a variety of pests, and Lake Nona is no exception. We concentrate on the pest issues most frequently affecting homes in this rapidly growing community.
Ants
Ants are one of the most persistent problems for Lake Nona homeowners. Species like ghost ants, sugar ants, fire ants, and carpenter ants invade kitchens, bathrooms, and exterior walls in search of moisture and food. Their colonies can grow quickly, making professional treatment essential to prevent ongoing infestations and structural concerns.
Mosquitoes
Mosquito activity is high throughout Lake Nona due to warm temperatures, frequent rainfall, and abundant shaded landscaping. These pests breed in standing water around properties and can make outdoor living spaces uncomfortable. Targeted mosquito reduction helps homeowners reclaim patios, pools, and backyards while minimizing bite pressure.
Stinging Insects
Wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets commonly build nests under eaves, in shrubs, and around outdoor structures. Their aggressive behavior—especially when defending a nest—poses a real safety concern for families. Proactive inspections and nest removal help reduce stinging risks and keep high-traffic outdoor areas safer year-round.
Rodents
Rodent issues have increased as Lake Nona continues to develop and natural habitats shift. Rats and mice often seek shelter in attics, garages, and wall voids when looking for food and warmth. Once inside, they can cause structural damage, contaminate surfaces, and create persistent noise disturbances, making timely exclusion and monitoring essential.
Pest Control for Lake Nona Businesses
Gato also services commercial properties in and around Lake Nona, including:
- Medical offices
- Retail plazas
- Restaurants & cafés
- Warehouses and storage facilities
- Professional buildings
- HOAs and community centers
We provide thorough documentation, regular inspections, and reliable commercial pest management.
What It’s Like to Work with Gato
1. Request a Free Estimate
Call (407) 447-9004 or complete the online form.
2. On-Site Evaluation
We inspect your home, answer questions, and provide straightforward recommendations—no pressure.
3. Tailored Service Plan
Based on your home’s design, pest activity, and family needs.
4. Dependable, Ongoing Service
You get consistent, on-time visits and quick follow-up whenever needed.
5. Clear, Friendly Communication
We explain everything in plain language.
And yes—Se Habla Español.
Ready to Protect Your Lake Nona Home from Pests?
If you’re tired of battling pests on your own—or you’re frustrated with inconsistent service—Gato Lawn & Pest Control can help.
- Local & family-owned since 1999
- Lake Nona–focused service area
- Family- and pet-conscious treatments
- Year-round prevention designed for Central Florida
Call (407) 447-9004 today to schedule your free pest control estimate for your Lake Nona home.
Home Protection Plans for Year-Round Peace of Mind
Explore our comprehensive pest control programs designed to keep your home protected and pest-free in every season.
- Bi-Monthly/Monthly Treatments
- Exterior Pest Inspection
- Interior Service (Upon Request)
- Exterior Power Spray
- Exterior Granular Bait Treatment
- Complimentary Retreats
- Cobweb and Wasp Nest Removal
- Covered Pests: ants, centipedes, millipedes, crickets, beetles, spiders, silverfish, large
cockroaches, earwigs - Satisfaction Guarantee
Lawn & Shrub Care
- Monthly Treatments
- Lawn Fertilizer
- Weed Control
- Lawn Feeding Insect
Control (chinch bugs, sod webworms, army worms, grub worms, mole crickets, fleas and fire ants) - Lawn Disease Control
- Shrub Fertilizer
- Shrub Disease Control
- Shrub Insect Control
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Termite Control
- Quarterly Inspections and Monitoring After Installation
- Sentricon Termite Elimination System
(Termite Bait Stations) - Repair Bond
- Retreat Bond
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Mosquito Control
- Seasonal Treatments:
March-October - Exterior Inspection
- Exterior Power Fogger
- Complimentary Retreats
- Satisfaction Guarantee
Rodent Control
- Bi-monthly Inspections
After Exclusion & Bait
Box Installation - Exterior Inspection for
Entry Points - Bait Box Maintenance
- Complimentary Retreats
- Satisfaction Guarantee
The #1 Exterminator in the Lake Nona Area
Why Choose Gato Lawn & Pest Control?
Gato Lawn & Pest Control provides reliable, hassle-free pest control in Lake Nona that keeps your home comfortable all year long. As a local exterminator, Gato understands how Central Florida’s heat, humidity, and frequent rain create the perfect conditions for ants, roaches, spiders, and other unwanted pests. Instead of generic treatments, they use targeted, science-based solutions designed specifically for Lake Nona homes and neighborhoods. From careful inspections and customized treatment plans to clear communication after every visit, Gato focuses on long-term prevention, not just quick sprays and short-lived results.
When you choose Gato as your Lake Nona exterminator, you’re choosing a company that treats your home like their own. Their family- and pet-conscious approach to pest control means they use professional products and precise application methods to reduce exposure while still delivering strong, dependable results. Whether you’re dealing with an active infestation or want a proactive barrier around your home, Gato Lawn & Pest Control offers year-round pest control services that help protect your property, your family, and your peace of mind.
Service Areas For Gato Pest Control
Central Florida area pest control. We service Orange, Seminole, Osceola and some areas of Lake and Polk Counties. Call if you don’t see your area for fast quotes by phone.
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Lake Nona Pest Control FAQs
Does newer construction in Lake Nona mean fewer pest problems?
Not necessarily—in fact, newer Lake Nona communities sometimes face unique pest challenges. Active construction in surrounding areas disturbs existing pest habitats, pushing them into established neighborhoods. New landscaping with fresh mulch and irrigation systems creates ideal conditions for ants, roaches, and mosquitoes. Many newer homes have modern energy-efficient seals that help, but builders sometimes leave gaps around utility penetrations, garage doors, and expansion joints. Additionally, Lake Nona’s lakes, retention ponds, and lush landscaping throughout the community provide constant pest habitat right in your backyard. Professional pest control prevents problems before they start, which is far easier and cheaper than dealing with established infestations later.
My HOA maintains common areas. Do I still need pest control for my home?
Yes. While HOA landscaping maintenance helps with outdoor aesthetics, it doesn’t protect your individual home from pest invasion. Common area treatments (if they happen at all) don’t create barriers around your specific property. Pests don’t recognize property lines—they travel from retention ponds, landscaped common areas, and neighboring properties directly to your home looking for food, water, and shelter. Your individual pest control program creates a defensive perimeter around your specific residence, treats your particular entry points, and addresses the unique conditions of your property. Think of HOA services as community maintenance and pest control as essential home protection.
How quickly can you respond if I have a pest emergency?
We prioritize quick response for Lake Nona residents. For urgent situations—like discovering a wasp nest near your entrance, roaches in your kitchen, or ants swarming your counters—we offer same-day or next-day service in most cases. For routine service, we schedule appointments that work with your busy lifestyle, including options when you’re at work since most treatments focus on exterior perimeters. We understand Lake Nona residents have demanding schedules between work at the Medical City, UCF, or commuting to downtown Orlando. We make pest control convenient by working around your calendar, not forcing you to rearrange your day.
What actually happens during a typical pest control visit?
Your technician arrives during your scheduled window, inspects your property’s perimeter for pest activity and vulnerabilities, applies treatments to your foundation and key entry points using weather-resistant products, removes accessible spider webs and wasp nests, addresses interior concerns if you’re home, and leaves detailed documentation about the service and observations. For exterior-only service, you don’t need to be present—we’ll complete the work and leave a comprehensive service report. Questions between visits? We’re always available by phone.
Can Gato help with other property services beyond pest control?
Absolutely. We’re your single-source solution for complete property protection. Beyond general pest control, we provide termite inspections and treatments (including WDO reports for real estate transactions), comprehensive lawn and landscape programs including fertilization and weed control, mosquito management, tree and palm care, and rodent exclusion. Many Lake Nona homeowners prefer working with one trusted local company for all outdoor property needs rather than juggling multiple service providers. We understand your property as a complete system and treat it that way. Call (407) 447-9004 to discuss your specific needs and we’ll explain exactly how we can help maintain your Lake Nona home.