Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Fruita is home to 14 thousand people and, much to our dismay, an uncountable amount of pests. Homeowners who have a preventative pest control plan can avoid encounters with these unwanted creatures. Luckily, pest control companies can help you with this problem.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and put together a list of some of the best pest control companies in Fruita to help you make the right decision. Keep reading 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:
We narrowed it down to these pest control providers by analyzing pest control treatments offered, contracts, customer reviews, costs, state availability, and more.
This is how we ranked them:
Terminix has several hundred branches in over 22 countries and has been in business for about 100 years. The company provides professional pest control services that are safe for your family and pets.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they deal with much more than just that. Their other services include: ants, mosquitoes, spiders, ticks, rodents, cockroaches, and wildlife control such as opossums, skunks, squirrels, raccoons, and more. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified exterminator will assess your situation and outline a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Due to its vast network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Pests Orkin handles are scorpions, silverfish, mice, cockroaches, flies, hornets, fleas, wasps, yellow jackets, centipedes, and more. After the first treatment, your Orkin expert will follow up to make sure the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can assist.
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has nearly 100 years’ worth of experience dealing with pests. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several local pest control companies like Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners take care of the following pests: moths, bees, crickets, mosquitoes, wasps, bed bugs, flies, spiders, cockroaches, and ants. After the initial inspection of your home, a technician will return to your property as often as your contract states.
Pest control businesses aren't all the same when it comes to reputation, qualifications, and capability. It’s important to research providers to find the right one for your specific situation. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control professional:
Choose a pest control company that is equipped to handle your specific problem, whether it's termites, bed bugs, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should have clearly laid out its expertise with your specific pest.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians that hold certifications from respected industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to proper state licensing. The right credentials show that the technicians have completed proper training. Also ask about continuing education policies and total training hours.
Peruse reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to booking a pest control appointment. Verify for yourself that the company reliably provides effective service and a positive customer experience. Also check the Better Business Bureau website for any complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive ongoing education on the newest and most advanced pest control treatments. When you choose an exterminator from our list of Fruita's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing 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" accreditations. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or squirrels invading your attic, you can also inquire about humane catch and release. Bear in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective. You may need to consider the traditional route if dealing with a serious infestation. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides that are classified as greater than 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 company will come back and re-treat your home for free if there are still pests after the first treatment. One-time services usually don't include reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest control providers, reach out to each one to ask these questions:
Evaluate potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will enable you to choose the right provider to effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
Pests vary by location. In Fruita, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. To help you identify the most commonly seen pests, we studied posts on social media and put together a list of the ones mentioned the most.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're well known in the industry and help get rid of all common pests.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from coming back.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. However, they have to be handled by a professional exterminator to ensure they’re used safely. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain period of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
Many Fruita 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 getting in touch with several providers for a quote.
We advise quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly if needed. For larger infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments over the course of the first three to six months.
