Q and L Pest Management serves Delray Beach homes, condos, HOAs and businesses. We start with an inspection, explain what we find in plain language, and then treat termites, ants, roaches, rodents, mosquitoes and lawn pests. Call (561) 725-5274 for a complimentary inspection.
Pest control in Delray Beach, FL: quick facts
Q and L Pest Management is a veteran-owned, family-owned pest control company based in Lantana, serving Delray Beach and all of Palm Beach County. In Delray Beach we serve older cottages near Atlantic Avenue and the beach, HOA and 55-plus communities to the west, and local businesses.
- Services: home and commercial pest control, termites, rodents, mosquitoes, bed bugs, and lawn and ornamental pest control and fertilization.
- Also serving: Boynton Beach, Boca Raton, Lantana and all of Palm Beach County.
- Estimates: request one online at qandlpest.com/estimate or call (561) 725-5274, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
For a closer look at one service in Delray Beach, see our Delray Beach pages for home pest control, termite control, rodent control and mosquito control.
Delray Beach runs from the beach and the Intracoastal through a busy downtown along Atlantic Avenue and west into large residential communities. Homes near the coast deal with salt air, older construction and dense tropical landscaping. Western neighborhoods tend to have lakes, irrigation and shared common areas.
Downtown’s restaurants and shops sit close to homes and apartments, so pests like roaches and rodents can travel between buildings. A good inspection looks at the whole property, including landscaping, rooflines and nearby structures, not only the room where you saw something.
Pest control services in Delray Beach
Every service starts with a complimentary inspection. Choose the page that fits your property to see how we handle it.
Residential pest control in Delray Beach
For Delray Beach homeowners, our residential pest control focuses on the exterior, where most pests start, and treats inside only when it’s needed.
- General household pest control for ants, roaches, spiders, wasps and more
- Ant control and cockroach and palmetto bug control
- Rodent and roof rat control
- Home termite treatment and tent fumigation
- Mosquito control and bed bug treatment
- Lawn and ornamental pest control
Commercial pest control in Delray Beach
Restaurants and retail along Atlantic Avenue and the surrounding blocks need discreet, scheduled service and good records. Condo associations near the beach and HOAs out west need consistent common-area treatment. We tailor the schedule to each property. Our commercial pest control programs serve restaurants, offices and retail, warehouses, medical offices, schools and hotels.
- Commercial general pest control
- Rodent control for businesses and commercial cockroach control
- Ant control for businesses and mosquito control for commercial properties
- Commercial termite control and commercial fumigation
- Bed bug control for hotels and businesses and commercial grounds care
Pest control for Delray Beach HOAs, condos and property managers
Our commercial programs serve HOA and condo associations, property managers, facility managers and apartment communities in Delray Beach, with work orders and written service reports.
- Common-area and unit pest control programs
- Apartment and condo cockroach control and bed bug response plans
- Community rodent programs and HOA ant control
- Condo termite inspections and treatment and building fumigation coordination
- Common-area mosquito control and HOA lawn and ornamental programs
Need pest help in Delray Beach?
Call our office, book a complimentary inspection online, or request a call back. Office hours: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Common pests in Delray Beach by season
In Delray Beach we often check for roof rats in palms and dense hedges, drywood termites in older coastal homes, and ghost ants on kitchen counters. Mosquitoes pick up with summer rain near lakes and canals, and lawn pests such as chinch bugs show up in the hot, dry season.
- November to January: rodents, especially roof rats, move indoors as nights cool.
- Spring: termite swarms. Save a few wings or bugs so we can identify them, and see our guide to termite signs.
- Rainy season: mosquitoes, plus ants and palmetto bugs pushed indoors by heavy rain.
- Hot, dry season: chinch bugs in St. Augustine lawns.
Not sure what you’re seeing? Our pest library covers the common pests in Palm Beach County, and our article on drywood vs. subterranean termites explains the difference.
Local pest notes for Delray Beach
We serve Delray Beach from the restaurants and shops along Atlantic Avenue and the Pineapple Grove arts district to the neighborhoods around Lake Ida, the beachside area of Seagate, and the canal homes of Tropic Isle.
Downtown, restaurants, bars and apartments sit close together. German cockroaches can arrive with deliveries and travel through shared walls, while rodents and flies gather around dumpster areas and the alleys behind Atlantic Avenue. A building can do everything right and still feel pressure from next door, so sanitation, exclusion and a regular schedule matter.
Near the beach, older cottages and mid-century homes have more exposed wood, and drywood termites can settle into trim, rafters and furniture. Along the Tropic Isle canals and the Lake Ida shoreline, still water at the edges means more mosquitoes after summer storms. Throughout the city, big-headed ants nest under pavers, patios and driveways and push up small piles of sand and soil. We check the yard, the hardscape and the structure together before recommending a plan. Our termite control page explains the options.
Recent job in Delray Beach
In September 2026 we serviced a Delray Beach home on its regular every-two-months plan. There were ants near the front door, so the technician treated inside and out, paying close attention to that entry, and knocked down webs and debris around the house. We also spotted an open plumbing pipe and pointed it out for the homeowner to repair, since gaps around pipes give ants and roaches an easy way inside. Small repairs like that help each treatment work longer.
Why Delray Beach neighbors choose Q and L
- Family-owned and operated, based in Lantana.
- Certified in all four major Florida pest control categories.
- Inspect first: we find the source and explain your options in plain language before we treat.
- Reduced-risk products, reviewed before use. We’ll explain any precautions.
- Written service reports, and work orders for HOAs, property managers and businesses.
- Appointments scheduled the day before, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
Nearby areas we also serve
Along with Delray Beach, we provide pest control in Boynton Beach, and serve Boca Raton, Gulf Stream, Highland Beach and Ocean Ridge. See our full list of service areas.
Delray Beach pest control FAQ
Are roof rats a problem in Delray Beach?
They’re common across coastal Palm Beach County. Roof rats nest in palms, fruit trees and dense vegetation and often move into attics in the cooler months, roughly November through January. Scratching in the ceiling at night is a common first sign.
Do you service restaurants in downtown Delray Beach?
Yes. We provide commercial pest control for restaurants, retail, offices and multifamily properties, with scheduled visits and written service notes.
Is it termites or flying ants?
Both swarm, and they’re easy to confuse. Termites have straight antennae, a thick waist and wings of equal length. Ants have elbowed antennae and a pinched waist. Save a few and we’ll identify them during an inspection.
What can a downtown Delray Beach restaurant do between service visits?
Clean under and behind equipment on a schedule, keep dumpster lids closed and the pad clean, break down cardboard quickly, keep dry goods off the floor, and fix leaks and slow drains. Ask staff to report sightings to the manager right away so we can schedule a follow-up. Our written service reports also note anything in the building that needs repair.
Why do ants push sand up between my pavers?
That’s usually big-headed ants, and sometimes other ground-nesting ants, digging out nests under pavers, patios and driveways. The loose sand they push up can leave gaps and uneven spots over time. We locate the colonies and treat them, and refilling the joints afterward helps the pavers stay level.
Do beachside cottages need different termite care?
The termites are the same, but older coastal cottages often have more exposed wood in attics, trim and porches, which drywood termites favor. Watch for small piles of pellets near windows, doors and baseboards. Treatment depends on how widespread the activity is, from localized treatment to tent fumigation, and we’ll explain the options after an inspection.
Is termite pretreatment available for new construction in Delray Beach?
Yes. New builds can get a soil pretreatment from us before the foundation is poured, which guards against subterranean termites. A pretreatment targets termites that come up from the ground; drywood termites fly in, so periodic inspections are still worthwhile once the home is finished.
Can a downtown Delray Beach restaurant or a beachside cottage book a complimentary inspection?
Yes. Call (561) 725-5274 or use our contact page and tell us whether the property is a restaurant, a cottage or another type of building. We inspect first and then explain the plan, including roof rat or termite concerns when those come up.
How do I choose a pest control company in Delray Beach?
Look for a Florida-licensed, insured company that inspects before it treats and knows the local pests in Delray Beach, such as drywood termites in older cottages, ghost ants and palmetto bugs, and mosquitoes near lakes and canals. Q and L Pest Management holds Florida pest control business license JB333443, is family owned, licensed and insured, veteran-owned, and certified in the four major Florida pest control categories. We offer pet-friendly service with reduced-risk products reviewed before use, and you can request an estimate online at qandlpest.com/estimate or call (561) 725-5274.
Get a Complimentary Online Estimate in Delray Beach
We can do your estimate by phone, by text or from photos you send us. Prefer an in-person look? Book a complimentary inspection in Delray Beach. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.