Ashgabat - Post Report Question and Answers
Are there any unusual problems with insects or other infestations in housing?
You're likely to get ants at some point when the seasons change, but the ant issue in my unit was resolved very quickly and without follow-up. - Jan 2024
Nope. - Dec 2020
No problems here. Haven't seen any at all. - Mar 2019
There are no bugs in my apartment. - Jun 2018
Ant problems are the most common. There have been a few scorpions and even lizards in the apartments but that is pretty rare. - Feb 2016
Almost none, as the lack of standing water beyond a few fountains in Ashgabat keeps the mosquito population to a minimum. Ants in residences will likely be the biggest annoyance. - Jul 2014
Ants infested the housing compound. There was a rat problem on the housing compound. And dont forget about the cobras that are everywhere. - Oct 2012
I saw some ants a couple of times. People say that there are mosquitoes, but I haven't seen one. - Mar 2012