Q and L Pest Management serves the Village of Tequesta, Palm Beach County’s northernmost village. We provide inspection-first pest, termite and lawn and ornamental pest control and fertilization for its riverfront homes, neighborhoods and local businesses.
Pest control in Tequesta, FL: quick facts
Q and L Pest Management is a veteran-owned, family-owned pest control company based in Lantana, serving Tequesta and all of Palm Beach County. In Tequesta we serve river-front and canal homes along the Loxahatchee River, wooded lots under mature oaks, and condos near the water.
- Services: home and commercial pest control, termites, rodents, mosquitoes, bed bugs, and lawn and ornamental pest control and fertilization.
- Also serving: Jupiter, Juno Beach, North Palm Beach 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 Tequesta, see our Tequesta pages for home pest control, termite control, rodent control and mosquito control.
Tequesta sits at the northern edge of Palm Beach County along the Loxahatchee River, with riverfront homes, wooded neighborhoods and local shops.
River moisture, mature trees and dense native plantings make roof rats, mosquitoes and termites the pests we see most. We inspect the yard, the shoreline and the roofline.
Pest control services in Tequesta
Every service starts with a complimentary inspection. Choose the page that fits your property to see how we handle it.
Residential pest control in Tequesta
For Tequesta 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 Tequesta
Offices, restaurants and HOA communities need scheduled service and written records. 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 Tequesta HOAs, condos and property managers
Our commercial programs serve HOA and condo associations, property managers, facility managers and apartment communities in Tequesta, 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 Tequesta?
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 Tequesta by season
In Tequesta, roof rats in mature trees, mosquitoes near the river, palmetto bugs, ghost ants and subterranean and drywood termites are common calls. Lawns see chinch bugs and fungus.
- 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.
Why Tequesta 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 Tequesta, we provide pest control in Jupiter, and serve Jupiter Island, Jupiter Farms, Juno Beach, North Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. See our full list of service areas.
Tequesta pest control FAQ
Do riverfront homes get more mosquitoes?
Moisture and shade near the river give mosquitoes places to rest. We treat those areas and point out standing water.
Are roof rats common in Tequesta?
Yes, especially from November to January in neighborhoods with mature trees.
Do you service HOA communities?
Yes, with common-area service and written reports for the board.
Can you inspect a riverfront Tequesta home?
Yes. Call (561) 725-5274 or use our contact page and mention whether mosquitoes, roof rats or an HOA visit is the reason you are calling. Riverfront homes in Tequesta often need those items checked together.
How do I choose a pest control company in Tequesta?
Look for a Florida-licensed, insured company that inspects before it treats and knows the local pests in Tequesta, such as white-footed ants and roof rats under heavy tree canopy, subterranean termites in damp shaded soil, and mosquitoes along the river. 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 Tequesta
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 Tequesta. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM.
