Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 2024
In Bloomington, where the summers can be quite hot with average highs of 77 degrees, pests can be a real nuisance. Without a pest control treatment plan in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and compiled a list of some of the best pest control companies in Bloomington to help you make the right decision. Keep reading to discover the top providers near you.
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Consistently high customer service reviews
Lack of hidden fees
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Free inspection policy
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Consistently high customer service reviews
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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:
Our team at Today's Homeowner narrowed it down to these pest control companies by comparing pest control treatments offered, state availability, contracts, costs, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how we ranked them:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control business. Terminix has received numerous awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they take care of much more than that. Their other services include: rodents, mosquitoes, ants, spiders, cockroaches, ticks, and wildlife control including skunks, raccoons, squirrels, opossums, and more. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified exterminator will take a look at your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
If you need quick pest control service in Bloomington, Orkin might be the company for you. Since 1901, Orkin has grown to be one of the largest pest control companies in the country. It has great customer reviews and skilled exterminators who all complete 160 hours of training.
Pests Orkin deals with includes spiders, scorpions, centipedes, rats, termites, ticks, earwigs, silverfish, flies, carpenter ants, and more. After the first visit, your pest control specialist will follow up regularly to ensure that the pests have stayed away for good. If they have, your local technicians can help
Rentokil, a business service group, is the world's largest and most widely recognized pest control company, which owns hundreds of brands worldwide. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control companies in North America. These include J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil and its partners handle the following pests: cockroaches, bees, moths, bed bugs, flies, crickets, wasps, mosquitoes, spiders, and ants. After the initial inspection and treatment of your property, a technician will service your property every quarter.
Pest control companies aren't all identical when it comes to reputation, qualifications, and capability. It’s important to research companies to find the right one for your specific issue. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that has extensive experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
When choosing a pest control provider, look for technicians that are licensed by the state and certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Possessing these credentials demonstrates that the technicians have adequate training. Inquire with the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
Read online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you determine for yourself whether the company consistently provides quality service and positive experiences. Also check the Better Business Bureau for any complaints. Ask the provider whether technicians receive consistent training to stay current on the most up-to-date pest control methods. When you select a company from our list of the top pest control in Bloomington, 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” accreditation. For larger pests like mice or snakes, 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 effective traditional treatments. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control providers usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The warranties mean that a company will return to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice warranties.
After picking your top exterminators, call each one and ask questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly review pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to select the right provider to effectively control your pest situation at a fair price.
Many kinds of pests like to find their way into Bloomington homes. Some are just harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can cause anxiety. We created a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing what pests were often mentioned on social media.
The best pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for a long time.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property regularly is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your home.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue cockroach, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some infestations warrant calling 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.
Many Bloomington homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control typically costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control providers for an estimate.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or even bi-monthly pest control treatments are advisable. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may need to get monthly treatments for a few months until the problem is resolved.
