Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Riverside's common household pests are not only a sore sight, many can also harm you, spread disease and damage your property. Without a pest control regimen in place, the chance of severe infestation is high.
Pest control is a serious matter. That’s why the team at Today's Homeowner has done the homework and ranked the best pest control companies in Riverside for you. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspections
Proactive solutions for pest control
Reviews praise customer service
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Consistently high customer service reviews
Preventative pest control services
Free inspection policy
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free inspections
Commitment to customer education
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspections
Offerings of preventative treatments
Educational web content
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Positive customer service reviews
No-cost inspections
Educational web content
Services Offered
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Lack of hidden fees
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Reviews praise customer service
Offerings of preventative treatments
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspection policy
Reviews praise customer service
Services Offered
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Punctual arrival
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Consistently high customer service reviews
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
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 down the top pest control providers by comparing state availability, costs, customer reviews, and more.
This is how the top pest control companies ranked in Riverside:
Terminix is one of the biggest and longest running pest control companies in the world, with many branches in 45 states and 22 other countries. Terminix has received multiple awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix treats many types of pests in Riverside, and it offers a 30-day guarantee. Terminix’s typical pest regimen includes a home inspection and initial treatment, followed by three additional treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a large network of branches. Due to its large network, Orkin can offer next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin offers a professional property inspection to identify potential problems and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Each contract with Orkin comes with a 30-day guarantee. If your pest problem isn't handled, your exterminator will come back for another visit.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of experience in the pest control industry. The company provides expert pest control solutions all around the world. The global brand owns the North American pest control providers Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X.
It deals with 36 of the most common pests including cockroaches, mice, bed bugs, rats, flies, spiders, moths, and more. Rentokil’s treatments are safe for your pets and children.
Pest control companies aren't all the same when it comes to reputation, expertise, and competence. It’s important to research services to find the right one for your specific circumstance. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that is able to handle the type of pest you have, whether it’s rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should be able to describe how they treat your type of pest.
When selecting 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 demonstrates that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
Spend time perusing online reviews on Google and Yelp before scheduling a pest control appointment. 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 recent pest control methods. When you choose a professional from our list of Riverside's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer more eco-friendly and natural pest control solutions, look for providers that have "green" certifications. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or raccoons nesting in trees, you can also inquire about humane catch and release methods. Bear in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective; consider a more traditional route if dealing with a serious infestation. Regardless of what methods you choose, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk are required to be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. This means that if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will make another visit and re-treat your home at no cost until the infestation is taken care of. One-time treatments may not include reservice guarantees.
Once you have narrowed down your top exterminators, reach out to each one to ask questions such as:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to hire a qualified provider to effectively handle your pest situation at a fair price.
A variety of pests can find their way into Riverside houses. Some are just harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can give homeowners anxiety. For an idea of the most widespread pests in the city, we analyzed the pests discussed in around 10 million posts on social media.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, service locations nationwide, and have been in business for a long time.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property regularly is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your home.
For the most part, pest control chemicals are safe. However, they need to be handled by a professional exterminator to ensure they’re used properly. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain period of time. This is typically 2 to 4 hours, but can be up to 24 hours.
Many Riverside homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control providers for an estimate.
If you already have a serious pest infestation, you should get pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’re just interested in preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come spray your house is in the spring before nest and colony numbers get too high in the hotter part of the year. However, it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or any other season and see effective results.
