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Protecting Berwyn’s historic homes and businesses since 2018 with safe, effective pest elimination
Berwyn’s rich architectural heritage, dense urban neighborhoods, and proximity to Chicago create a unique community where over 56,000 residents enjoy diverse culture, walkable streets, and iconic bungalows. But the same historic charm that defines this vibrant suburb—vintage homes, shared walls, mature trees, and proximity to the Des Plaines River—also creates persistent pest challenges that demand specialized local expertise.
At Midwest Pest Solutions, we’ve spent 7 years protecting Berwyn’s historic bungalows, multi-family buildings, and thriving businesses from the distinct pest pressures of this close-knit community. Whether you’re dealing with cockroaches in your Roosevelt Road apartment, mice in your Depot District bungalow’s basement, or bed bugs threatening your rental property, our licensed technicians understand Berwyn’s unique pest ecology and deliver results that last.
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Berwyn’s urban density and historic character create pest control challenges distinct from suburban areas:
The majority of Berwyn’s homes date from 1910-1940, featuring the iconic Chicago bungalow design. While architecturally beautiful, these vintage structures often have:
With over 13,000 residents per square mile, Berwyn’s density means:
Located just 8 miles from downtown Chicago, Berwyn sits along major transit routes (CTA Pink Line, Metra BNSF, I-290, Ogden Avenue) that facilitate pest movement from the city, while the nearby Des Plaines River and parks provide natural pest habitats.
Berwyn’s vibrant commercial districts along Roosevelt Road, Cermak Road, and Ogden Avenue feature restaurants, shops, and services that attract pests. These businesses often share buildings with residential units above, creating complex pest management scenarios.
From single-family bungalows to large apartment complexes, from historic storefront buildings to modern commercial spaces, Berwyn’s variety demands tailored pest control strategies for each property type.
We know how frustrating it is to deal with pests and rodents, so we do our best to treat your home as soon as possible. To get started, call 708-439-1324 or request an instant price online!
We’ll get in touch to confirm your contact information, learn more about your unique situation, and finalize pricing. We’ll then schedule your first service if you agree to move forward with us.
We’ll show up on time and treat your problem right the first time around. This gives you peace of mind knowing your family and pets are protected from unwanted pests and rodents.
Understanding Berwyn’s Pest Ecology: Why Professional Help Matters
Berwyn’s pest challenges aren’t just about individual homes—they’re about the interconnected nature of urban living. Here’s what makes professional pest control essential:
When one apartment unit has cockroaches or bed bugs, the problem rarely stays contained. Pests travel through:
DIY treatments in one unit often just push pests to neighboring units, creating a cycle of re-infestation. Professional building-wide coordination breaks this cycle permanently.
Berwyn’s beautiful vintage bungalows and older apartment buildings feature:
These structures require specialized knowledge to identify and address the unique entry points and conducive conditions common in early 20th-century construction.
With properties close together, alleys running behind buildings, and shared walls between units:
Unlike rural or suburban areas with seasonal lulls, Berwyn’s urban environment maintains constant pest pressure:
Based on thousands of service calls throughout Berwyn’s diverse neighborhoods, here are the pests our customers encounter most:
German cockroaches dominate multi-family buildings and restaurants, breeding rapidly in kitchens and bathrooms. American cockroaches (also called “water bugs”) thrive in Berwyn’s aging sewer systems and basement spaces. Both species spread bacteria, trigger allergies and asthma, and damage Berwyn’s reputation as a clean, desirable community.
Signs you have a cockroach problem:
Why cockroaches are so problematic in Berwyn: Dense housing allows roaches to spread between units through shared walls, plumbing chases, and electrical conduits. One infested apartment can re-infest an entire building if not treated comprehensively.
House mice infiltrate Berwyn homes through gaps as small as a dime, seeking warmth and food in basements, kitchens, and wall voids. Norway rats infest alleys, sewers, and commercial dumpster areas, particularly along business corridors. A female mouse can produce 6-10 litters annually, making small problems explode quickly.
Signs you have a rodent problem:
Why rodents are so problematic in Berwyn: Berwyn’s alley system, aging infrastructure, and dense housing create ideal rodent habitat. Shared walls in multi-family buildings allow mice to travel freely between units. Commercial areas with restaurants provide constant food sources.
These hitchhiking parasites spread through apartment buildings, hotels, public transit, and secondhand furniture—all common in Berwyn’s urban environment. They bite at night, leaving itchy welts, and infestations grow exponentially if not treated professionally.
Signs you have a bed bug problem:
Why bed bugs are so problematic in Berwyn: High-density housing and proximity to Chicago’s transit system increase exposure risk. Multi-family buildings face repeated introductions from new tenants, visitors, and shared laundry facilities.
Odorous house ants invade kitchens seeking sweets and moisture, creating trails across counters. Carpenter ants nest in water-damaged wood in older homes, potentially causing structural damage. Pavement ants emerge from cracks in sidewalks and foundations.
Signs you have an ant problem:
Eastern subterranean termites threaten Berwyn’s aging housing stock, causing hidden structural damage that can compromise property values. With many homes featuring original wood framing and flooring, termite protection is essential.
Signs you have a termite problem:
House spiders, cellar spiders, and wolf spiders are common in Berwyn basements and garages. Occasionally, brown recluse spiders are found in older structures. While most are harmless, their webs and presence concern residents, especially families with children.
Signs you have a spider problem:
Fleas (Peak Season: June-September, Year-Round Indoors) Pet-owning households and properties near feral cat colonies experience flea infestations. These blood-feeding pests multiply rapidly and bite humans when pet hosts are unavailable.
Silverfish (Year-Round, Worse in Humid Conditions) These moisture-loving insects damage books, papers, photographs, and fabrics in Berwyn’s damp basements and bathrooms, especially in older homes with humidity issues.
Wasps & Hornets (Peak Season: June-September) Paper wasps, yellow jackets, and bald-faced hornets nest in eaves, attics, trees, and underground, posing sting risks in yards and near entry points.
Children’s health and comfort compromised
Sleep disruption from bed bugs or nocturnal pests
Stress and anxiety from ongoing infestations
Social embarrassment preventing entertaining guests
Fear of judgment from neighbors or colleagues
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Getting rid of ants in Chicago, IL is no easy task. Ants are social insects that live in colonies, which means you must fully eliminate them to avoid another infestation down the road.
Midwest Pest Solutions, LLC can handle anything from a small office space to a large multi-unit building. We provide our property managers, owners or responsible party with all documentation and sanitation reporting needed.
We know how scary waking up to red welts, rashes, and hives due to bed bug bites can be. So if you’ve spent the last few nights tossing and turning, we can help! You see, bed bugs are troublesome pests.
Bees are important for the environment, but their stings are painful and can be deadly if you’re allergic. Our team will safely remove bee nests from your property and prevent them from settling in the first place.
Moles can cause severe damage to your yard and landscape in Chicago, IL by creating a network of tunnels and mounds in the grass and dirt. Once Midwest Pest Solutions, LLC locates all tunnels, we will take a conventional approach to eradicate the moles by trapping and baiting.
Roaches are nocturnal pests and adept at hiding, which means your roach problem can get out of hand before you know it. Trust the experts at Midwest Pest Solutions, LLC to stop these crawling pests dead in their tracks.
Rodents spread diseases, contaminate food, damage property, and breed quickly. Luckily, the team at Midwest Pest Solutions, LLC can help. With over 7 years of experience, we’re Chicago, IL‘s most dependable rodent control experts.
Keeping Silverfish at bay without the help of a professional is no simple task. If you spot one, it suggests a much greater population already infesting your property. They hide near pipes and wires, tiny cracks and crevices, and blend easily into the carpet. Give us a call to help get rid of your silverfish problem today.
Spiders are skilled predators, using their webs to trap unsuspecting pests. And, while most species are harmless, discovering their webs can be unsettling. To get rid of spiders around your home, give us a call!
If you’ve stumbled upon a hornet, yellow jacket, or paper wasp nest, don’t worry, our team can help! With over 7 years of experience removing wasps nests, we’re Chicago, IL‘s leading provider of wasp control
Termites cause an estimated $5 billion in damages each year. Rather than allowing these wood destroying pests to chew through your home, trust the team at Midwest Pest Solutions, LLC to protect your greatest investment.
Our licensed technician conducts a thorough evaluation of your property, including:
You’ll receive a detailed report with photos, findings, and customized treatment recommendations before any work begins. For multi-family buildings, we can coordinate with property managers to assess the full scope.
Based on your specific pest pressure, property type, and concerns (pets, children, building occupancy, budget), we design a targeted solution using Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles:
For Cockroaches:
For Rodents:
For Bed Bugs:
For Ants:
For Termites:
For Spiders:
For Fleas:
Our technicians use commercial-grade products and equipment not available to consumers, applying treatments safely and effectively according to Illinois Department of Public Health regulations. We protect your family, pets, and property throughout the process.
Treatment times typically range:
Most treatments include scheduled follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination:
Our quarterly maintenance plans provide year-round protection with seasonal adjustments for emerging pest threats—particularly valuable in Berwyn’s dense urban environment where re-infestation pressure is constant.
Is pest control safe for my family and pets?
Yes. We prioritize safety through careful product selection and application methods:
Re-entry times:
Special populations:
We provide detailed safety instructions and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) upon request.
We stand behind our work with a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee:
Under Illinois law (735 ILCS 5/9-201 et seq.), landlords are generally responsible for maintaining rental properties free of pest infestations, with some exceptions:
Documentation & Compliance
Tenant Relations
Cost-Effective Solutions
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Building-Wide Coordination We can manage the entire process:
Berwyn’s thriving business districts along Roosevelt Road, Cermak Road, and Ogden Avenue demand specialized commercial pest control:
Unlike suburban-focused companies, we specialize in the unique challenges of dense urban environments like Berwyn. We understand:
We’ve treated thousands of Berwyn’s iconic bungalows and vintage apartments. We know:
Property managers and landlords trust us for:
Primary threats: Termite swarms, ant colonies emerging, rodents still active from winter
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Primary threats: Peak cockroach breeding, ants at full strength, fleas, wasps, flies
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Primary threats: Rodents seeking winter shelter, spiders moving indoors, cockroaches migrating to heated spaces
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Primary threats: Mice in heated spaces, cockroaches in apartment buildings, bed bugs (indoor activity continues)
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While professional pest control provides the most effective protection in Berwyn’s challenging urban environment, these steps help minimize pest attraction:
We proudly serve all Berwyn neighborhoods and districts:
Residential Areas:
Commercial Districts:
Property Types We Serve:
Also serving nearby communities: Cicero, Oak Park, Riverside, Stickney, Forest Park, Brookfield, and surrounding areas.
How quickly can you respond to emergencies in Berwyn? We offer same-day service for pest emergencies like cockroach infestations, bed bugs, and rodent activity. Call before noon for potential same-day availability.
Do you service apartment buildings and multi-family properties? Absolutely. Multi-family buildings are a specialty. We coordinate with property managers, schedule treatments efficiently, communicate with tenants, and provide documentation for city inspections. We offer volume pricing for multiple units.
I’m a renter and my landlord says it’s my responsibility. Can you still help? Yes. While Illinois law generally requires landlords to address pest issues, we can service your unit directly. We recommend documenting the issue with your landlord in writing first. We can provide documentation showing the problem existed before you moved in if needed.
How do bed bugs spread in apartment buildings? Bed bugs travel through wall voids, electrical conduits, and plumbing chases between units. They also spread via shared laundry facilities, hallways, and on personal belongings. One infested unit can spread to adjacent and above/below units within weeks if not treated promptly.
My neighbor has cockroaches. Will they come to my unit? Very likely, yes. In multi-family buildings, cockroaches travel freely through shared walls. We recommend coordinating treatment with your property manager to treat adjacent units simultaneously, preventing the problem from bouncing between apartments.
Do I need to leave my apartment during treatment? For most treatments, you’ll need to leave for 2-3 hours until products dry. For bed bug heat treatments, you’ll need to vacate for 6-8 hours. We can treat one room at a time if you cannot leave entirely.
Are treatments safe for my pets? Yes. We use EPA-approved products that are safe when applied correctly. Remove pets during application and keep them away for 2-3 hours until surfaces dry. Fish tanks should be covered and aerators turned off. We can provide specific guidance based on your pet type.
How much does cockroach treatment cost? German cockroach elimination usually requires 3-4 total visits. We offer package pricing that’s more affordable than paying per visit.
Why do I need multiple visits for cockroaches? Cockroaches have a complex life cycle. Initial treatment kills adults, but eggs are resistant to pesticides. Follow-up visits target newly hatched nymphs before they can reproduce. This breaks the breeding cycle and eliminates the infestation completely.
How do I prepare for bed bug treatment? For heat treatments, preparation is minimal (remove heat-sensitive items like candles, crayons, vinyl records). For chemical treatments, you’ll need to launder all bedding and clothing, vacuum thoroughly, and move furniture away from walls. We provide detailed preparation checklists when scheduling.
Can you guarantee bed bugs won’t come back? We guarantee our treatment will eliminate the current infestation. However, bed bugs can be re-introduced anytime through travel, visitors, or secondhand items. We provide prevention education and offer discounted re-inspections if you’re concerned about new activity.
How do mice get into my Berwyn bungalow? Common entry points in Berwyn’s older homes include: gaps around basement windows, foundation cracks, openings where utility lines enter, gaps under doors, unscreened vents, and deteriorated mortar between bricks. Mice can squeeze through openings as small as a dime (1/4 inch).
What’s included in rodent exclusion service? We conduct an exterior inspection identifying all potential entry points, seal gaps with steel wool and expanding foam or hardware cloth, install door sweeps, screen vents, seal foundation cracks, and address other vulnerabilities. This prevents new mice from entering while traps eliminate those inside.
Do you offer eco-friendly or green pest control? Yes. We offer treatment programs using botanical insecticides, mechanical exclusion methods, non-toxic baits, and heat treatments. These are particularly popular in Berwyn’s health-conscious community. Ask about our green options when scheduling.
I have a historic Berwyn bungalow. Will treatments damage original features? No. We’re experienced working in historic properties and take care to protect original woodwork, plaster, and architectural details. We use minimally invasive exclusion methods and can avoid drilling into historic materials when possible.
Do you work with Berwyn property managers? Extensively. We serve numerous multi-family portfolios in Berwyn. We provide tenant coordination, detailed service reports, documentation for inspections, online portals for tracking, and competitive multi-unit pricing. Contact us for property management services.
What if I see pests after treatment? Some pest activity immediately after treatment is normal as insects are flushed from hiding spots. If activity continues beyond 7-10 days, contact us immediately. We’ll return for a free re-treatment under our service guarantee.
Do you handle restaurant pest control? Yes. We serve many Berwyn restaurants along Roosevelt Road and Cermak Road. We offer:
Are you licensed to work in Berwyn? Yes. We hold Illinois Structural Pest Control License and comply with all City of Berwyn and Cook County regulations. We’re fully insured with liability coverage and workers compensation.
Do you offer payment plans? Yes. We offer financing options for larger projects like termite treatments, extensive rodent exclusion, or whole-building bed bug treatments. We accept cash, checks, all major credit cards, and electronic payments.
Can I get a quote over the phone? We can provide price ranges over the phone, but accurate quotes require an in-person inspection to assess the specific situation, property layout, and infestation severity. We offer free, no-obligation inspections and will provide a written estimate before any work begins.
How long does treatment take?
Do you speak Spanish? Sí. We have bi-lingual technicians available to serve Berwyn’s diverse community. Hablamos español.
Midwest Pest Solutions has been protecting Berwyn homes and businesses since 2018. Founded by Diana & Jhovany Gaytan, a 15-year veteran of the urban pest control industry, we’ve built our reputation on honest service, technical expertise, and a genuine commitment to the communities we serve.
Having treated thousands of properties throughout Berwyn’s neighborhoods—from historic bungalows in the Depot District to large apartment complexes along Roosevelt Road—we understand the unique pest pressures of this vibrant community. We know how pests behave in Berwyn’s aging housing stock, how they move through multi-family buildings, and what it takes to eliminate them permanently in this dense urban environment.
When you choose Midwest Pest Solutions, you’re not just hiring a pest control company—you’re partnering with neighbors who care about keeping Berwyn healthy, safe, and pest-free.
We’re local. We’re experienced. We’re here to help.
Don’t let pests compromise your family’s health, your property’s value, or your business’s reputation. Midwest Pest Solutions delivers the expert, responsive pest control Berwyn residents and business owners have trusted since 2018.
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