Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Pests can be a nuisance, particularly in a city like Bakersfield, which is known for its hot summers. Setting up routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests in the future.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and ranked the best pest control companies in Bakersfield for you. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on pest control companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
Today's Homeowner has narrowed down the best pest control experts so you can find the best provider for you. We considered pest control treatments offered, costs, contracts, state availability, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top companies ranked:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control industry. With the amount of experience the company has, it’s easy to see why Terminix is one of the top companies in the country.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they help with much more than just that. Their other services include: ants, mosquitoes, spiders, rodents, ticks, cockroaches, and wildlife control such as opossums, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, and more. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified technician will assess your situation and outline a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a large network of branches. Its exterminators need to complete 160 hours of training. Plus, due to its large network, it can often offer next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Orkin offers a professional property inspection to identify problem pests and areas and develop a suitable treatment plan. After the first treatment, your Orkin expert will follow up to check that the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can assist.
Rentokil is a well-known name in pest control, with providers across the globe and almost a century of experience in the industry. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control companies in North America. These include Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
It helps with 36 of the most common pests including flies, moths, cockroaches, rats, bed bugs, mice, spiders, and more. Depending on where you live, Rentokil and its partners may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control companies vary in reputation, knowledge, and capability. It's important to research providers to find the right fit for your pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that primarily handles the pest you have, like roaches, bed bugs, termites, or rodents. The company should provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians that have the proper state licensing and are certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Having these credentials demonstrates that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
We advise reading customer reviews prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and similar sites can tell you whether a company consistently provides quality service and has happy customers. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of ongoing education technicians receive to stay current on best pest control practices. When you choose an exterminator from our list of Bakersfield's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer natural pest control methods, look for providers offering “green” certifications. For larger pests like mice or squirrels, ask if a provider offers humane trapping and relocation. Bear in mind natural options may not work as well for significant infestations. If you have a moderate to serious pest problem, you may need more potent traditional treatments. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control providers normally offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the provider will return and re-treat your home at no cost if there are still pests after the first treatment. One-time services may not come with reservice guarantees.
After picking your top exterminators, contact each one and ask questions such as these:
Thoroughly evaluate potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you hire the best provider to safely and effectively eliminate your pest problem at a reasonable price.
Different pests come up in different locations. In Bakersfield, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. To help you identify the most commonly seen pests, we examined various social media sites and compiled a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control providers are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, service many locations, and have been in the industry for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every quarter or every two to three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
To find the right pest control company for you, the key is to take time to do thorough research. We recommend getting quotes from multiple companies and reading reviews to help determine which company is the right one for you.
There are some pests you can control yourself. For example, if you see a few ants or a stray spider, chances are you can get rid of it on your own. But some cases warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have an out-of-control infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
In a big city like Bakersfield, where the cost of living is above average compared to other cities, the cost of pest control is most likely a concern. The cost of pest control varies depending on several factors, such as what type of pests are troubling you and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, but a quarterly treatment plan is typically cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
We recommend quarterly pest control treatments, or even bi-monthly in Bakersfield, where the heat can make pests more prevalent. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
