Ashland Pest Control Services

Local Help When Pests Disrupt Your Home

Finding insects, rodents, or other pests in your home or business can be unsettling. You want the problem contained quickly, and you want to feel sure the people who come to help will treat your property with care. That is exactly how we approach every visit at Ford's Hometown Services.

We provide tailored pest and rodent control for homes and businesses in Ashland and across Central Massachusetts. Whether you are hearing scratching in the walls, seeing ants in the kitchen, or avoiding your yard because of mosquitoes, our team works to find the source and build a practical plan that fits your space.

We have been serving this region since 1941 as a family business. Over more than 85 years, we have earned the trust of local families and property managers who rely on us to protect their buildings, lawns, and outdoor areas.

Why Ashland Residents Choose Our Team

When you invite a pest control company into your home or business, you need to know they are reputable and consistent. Ford's Hometown Services was voted the number one pest control company in Central Massachusetts in the 2024 Best of Central Mass readers' choice contest. That recognition reflects how many of your neighbors already trust us to look after their properties.

Our history in Worcester and surrounding communities dates back to 1941. Because we have worked in this region for so long, we understand how New England seasons, basements, wooded neighborhoods, and nearby wetlands influence pest and rodent activity. We use that local knowledge to recommend realistic solutions instead of one size fits all treatments.

We also hold QualityPro accreditation, which is a service quality credential earned by fewer than three percent of pest control companies in the United States, and we maintain Better Business Bureau accreditation. These credentials mean we follow documented standards for hiring, training, safety, and customer service, which helps you feel more confident about who is entering your space.

Our services are backed by a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied with our work, we work with you to make it right. Along with that, our FHS Cleanliness Promise outlines a four step approach that focuses on how we move through your property, protect your belongings, and clean up our work areas before we leave.

Common Pest Problems In Ashland

Ashland has a mix of wooded streets, conservation land, and established neighborhoods. These features make it a great place to live, but they also give pests plenty of ways to reach your home or business. Our technicians frequently see mice and rats using utility lines and foundation gaps to move into basements, garages, and attics as temperatures drop.

In warmer months, ants, wasps, and other insects are common around foundations, patios, and commercial entryways. Moisture in crawlspaces or basements can attract insects such as centipedes and certain types of beetles. Many residents also notice more mosquitoes and ticks when they spend time in their yards or around wooded edges of their properties once spring and summer arrive.

For businesses, stored product pests, flies, and rodents can create health and reputation concerns. For homes, droppings, gnaw marks, or chewed packaging are often the first signs that something has moved in. Scratching noises in walls or ceilings at night may also indicate rodent activity.

We handle a wide range of these issues, including general household pests, rodent infestations, wildlife intrusions such as squirrels and raccoons in structures, and outdoor problems involving ticks and mosquitoes. Because we also offer lawn care, we can look at how your turf, landscaping, and outdoor conditions contribute to pest pressure and suggest ways to reduce it.

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Central Mass Trusts Us. See Why.

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Gold Standard!
"I've used Fords Hometown Services a few times for carpenter Ants and I have always been impressed with the results. They are the Gold standard in pest control!"

Josh R.
1/25/26
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Highly Recommend Ford Hometown Services
"Easy to schedule, showed up on time, and provided report immediately."

Kerstin Bean
1/06/26
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Knowledgeable and Polite.
"Easy to schedule, showed up on time, and provided report immediately. The technician, Bob was knowledgeable and polite. Highly recommend Ford Hometown Services."

Kerstin B.
1/04/26
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Very Good and Extremely Professional
"I appreciate his work ethic in caring that I understand what he’s doing."

Jim Schnare
1/02/26
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What a Great Technician You Are
"Pleasant, knowledgeable, on time every time!"

Patty Battista
12/24/25
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Very Satisfied With the Thorough Job.
"Was expecting Ben, was sent Dean and was pleasantly surprised because he is a really personable guy and did an excellent job! Very satisfied with the thorough job he did, and his attention to detail. Look forward to having either him or Ben in the future."

Stephanie D.
12/18/25
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Highly Recommended!
"Ford’s Hometown Services has done an awesome job with my lawn. The team is professional, reliable and the results speak for themselves. My yard had never looked better. Highly recommended!"

Denise M.
12/17/25
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Consistency Is What Stands Out
"The consistency is what stands out the most—every technician who’s come out has been punctual, respectful, and thorough."

Steven Mercier
12/11/25
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Awesome Job With My Lawn
"Ford’s Hometown Services has done an awesome job with my lawn."

Denise McGreevey
12/11/25

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Trust the Team Worcester Voted Number One

Voted the Area's Top Choice for Pest Control

We were voted the #1 pest control company in Central Massachusetts in 2024, something we achieved by putting people first and providing lasting results.
85+ Years Of Know-How

With us, you get practical, tailor-made solutions that are backed by over eight decades of industry experience.

Cleaner Visits, Every Time

We follow a four-step cleanliness process to keep homes and businesses neat and tidy, all while delivering effective pest control and lawn care.
Comprehensive Care, One Team

We're your one-stop shop for complete pest and wildlife control and lawn care, all under one roof.

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Call (774) 418-4908 or send the form below, and we’ll connect you with a team member who can walk you through your options and help you choose a plan that fits your needs.

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