Summit offers three pest control plans: Essentials, Standard, and Elite. They're built around the same idea — proactive, year-round prevention instead of reactive emergency calls — but they cover different levels of pest pressure and different homeowner priorities.
Here's a clear, no-pressure breakdown of what's in each plan, who it's right for, and how to figure out which one fits your home.
Why Plans Beat One-Off Calls
Before picking a plan, it's worth understanding why a plan structure exists at all.
Pest activity in Guelph runs on seasons. Mice in the fall. Wasps in the summer. Ants in the spring. Mosquitoes and ticks all summer. A single emergency call solves one problem at one moment in time. A plan keeps those problems from showing up in the first place.
Per-visit pricing in a plan is also lower than ad-hoc service calls — and the bigger value is that a $1,200 prevention plan beats a $3,000 emergency cleanup of a problem that got out of hand.
Summit Essentials
Best for: Homes with low or moderate pest pressure that want baseline rodent protection without overpaying.
What's included:
- 4 visits per year (quarterly)
- Mice protection
- Unlimited warranty (we come back at no charge if covered pests appear between visits)
Per-visit price: $249–$349 + HST
Who this is for:Homeowners in newer subdivisions, condos, townhouses, or properties without a history of major issues. Quarterly visits are enough to catch new pressure before it becomes a problem.
What it doesn't cover:Insect issues, wasp/hornet treatment, rats, mosquitoes, ticks. If those are concerns, look at Standard or Elite.
Summit Standard — Best Value
Best for: Most Guelph homes. The right balance of protection, frequency, and price.
What's included:
- 6 visits per year (bi-monthly)
- Mice protection
- Rat protection
- Unlimited warranty
- Free insect control ($1,549 value)
- Free wasp/hornet control ($499 value)
Per-visit price: $249–$349 + HST
Who this is for:Older homes, homes with garages or sheds, properties near wooded areas or rural edges, anyone who's had recurring issues, or any homeowner who wants comprehensive coverage without going all-in.
This is the plan most Guelph homeowners pick. The free insect and wasp coverage on top of bi-monthly visits typically pays for the upgrade from Essentials.
Summit Elite
Best for: Properties with high pest pressure, homeowners who want full hands-off coverage, or homes with kids and pets where ticks and mosquitoes matter most.
What's included:
- 12 visits per year (monthly)
- Mice protection
- Rat protection
- Unlimited warranty
- Free insect control ($1,549 value)
- Free wasp/hornet control ($499 value)
- Free mosquito control ($997 value)
- Free tick control ($749 value)
Per-visit price: $249–$349 + HST
Who this is for:Larger properties, older homes near wooded areas, families who use the backyard heavily through summer, or homes with ongoing pest pressure from neighbouring properties or natural areas. Elite essentially gives you a year-round, fully managed pest program with no add-on calls.
How to Choose
A few honest questions to help decide:
Have you had pest issues at this property before?
- No, never → Essentials is fine
- Once or twice → Standard
- Repeatedly → Elite, or Standard with add-ons
How much do you use the backyard in summer?
- A little → Standard is enough
- A lot, with kids and pets → Elite (mosquito and tick coverage matter)
Is the home older or near woods/water?
- Yes → Standard or Elite
- No → Essentials might be enough
Do you want to forget about pests entirely?
- Yes → Elite
- I'm okay being involved → Standard
What Every Plan Includes (No Matter Which)
- Owner-operated service. Tateum handles your visits.
- Unlimited warranty. If a covered pest shows up between visits, we come back at no charge.
- Personal communication. Text or call directly. No call centres.
- Transparent pricing. No surprise charges, no upsell pressure.
- Local response. Same-day or next-day for warranty visits whenever possible.
What Plans Don't Cover
Worth being clear about. Plans cover the listed pests. They don't cover:
- Bed bugs (treated as a separate service, since they require specific treatment protocols)
- Wildlife (raccoons, squirrels, etc.)
- Major structural issues from previous damage
- Properties significantly outside our regular service area
If any of those apply, we'll talk through it on the call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch plans mid-year?Yes. If a new issue comes up that your current plan doesn't cover, we can upgrade and prorate.
What if I just need one wasp nest removed?That's fine. Plans aren't required for service. One-off jobs are quoted as standalone work.
Can I cancel a plan?Yes. Plans aren't long-term contracts in the traditional sense. We'll work with you on what makes sense.
Do plans cover commercial properties?Commercial properties usually need a custom plan. Reach out and we'll tailor something to the situation.
Pick the Right Fit, Not the Biggest Plan
The right plan is the one that matches your actual situation. We'd rather put you on Essentials and have you happy than upsell you to Elite and leave you feeling oversold.
If you're not sure, Tateum will walk through your property and circumstances and recommend the plan that genuinely makes sense.
Call (226) 780-6446 or request a quick estimate today.