Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
If pests have infested your Los Altos Hills home, a pest control company can help take care of that problem for you. Homeowners and apartment dwellers who have a preventative pest control plan in place can avoid encounters with these unwelcome creatures. Fortunately, pest control companies can help you with this issue.
Pest control is an important matter. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has researched and put together this list of the top pest control companies in Los Altos Hills for you. Read on to discover the top companies near you.
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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 state availability, costs, contracts, pest control treatments offered, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top providers ranked:
Terminix is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries worldwide. It has also been in business for almost 100 years. With this experience, you can see why Terminix is a top choice for many homeowners.
Terminix offers both one-time extermination services and seasonal pest control. Plus, every contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified exterminator will take a look at your situation and detail a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Its exterminators have to complete 160 hours of training. In addition, because of its large network, it can usually provide next-day — or even same-day — service.
Pests Orkin helps with are bed bugs, silverfish, yellow jackets, flies, wasps, rats, scorpions, moths, fleas, termites, and more. Each pest control contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. If initial treatments are ineffective, your technician will come back for another visit.
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has close to 100 years’ worth of experience exterminating pests. The well-known brand owns the North American pest control companies Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: ants, moths, bees, flies, spiders, cockroaches, crickets, bed bugs, mosquitoes, and wasps. Rentokil’s services cover preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Pest control businesses aren't all equal when it comes to credibility, expertise, and competence. It’s important to research services to find the right one for your specific circumstance. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that has experience handling the type of pest you have, whether it’s bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should be able to provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
When choosing a pest control provider, 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). Possessing these credentials shows that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
Before booking an appointment, browse online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to verify that the company has a reputation for providing effective service and positive customer experiences. Also look for any complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Inquire about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on current pest control best practices. When you select a provider from our list of the top pest control in Los Altos Hills, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer more natural, eco-friendly pest control solutions, look for companies that have "green" accreditations. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or other rodents coming inside, you can also ask about humane catch and release. Keep in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective; consider the traditional route for a more serious infestation. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will return and re-treat your home at no cost until the infestation is taken care of. One-time treatments might not have reservice guarantees.
After choosing your top pest control companies, call each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control providers using these questions. This will help you choose the most qualified provider to safely and successfully eliminate your pest problem at a fair price.
There are a variety of pests in Los Altos Hills, ranging from harmless bothers to disease-carrying insects. To help you prepare for the most commonly seen pests, we studied online discussions and made a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control providers are Terminix and Orkin. They cover all common pests, service many locations, and have been in business for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property routinely is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your home.
Chemicals used in pest control are safe but have to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around your family and pets — or are wondering how long you need to stay out of your house after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Generally, you should stay away from your home for two to four hours after spraying.
In a town like Los Altos Hills, where the cost of living is very high compared to other cities, the cost of pest control is most likely a concern. How much pest control costs varies based on several factors, including what kind 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 usually cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or even bi-monthly pest control treatments are advisable. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may have to get monthly treatments for a few months until the problem is resolved.
