Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
If pests have infested your Roxborough Park home, a professional pest control company can help deal with that problem for you. If the issue isn’t solved fast, you could have an infestation on your hands. This is why taking action the moment you notice the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
Pest control is a serious matter. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and ranked the best pest control companies in Roxborough Park for you. 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, costs, state availability, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top companies in Roxborough Park ranked:
Terminix’s headquarters are in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries worldwide. It has also been in the industry for nearly 100 years. With this experience, you can see why Terminix is one of the top companies in the country.
Terminix treats dozens of pests in Roxborough Park, and it guarantees that your pest problems will be solved. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified technician will take a look at your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
Orkin has been in the business for over 100 years. Its pest control specialists must complete 160 hours of training. And, due to its big network, it can usually offer next-day — or even same-day — visits.
Orkin offers a professional property inspection to identify potential problems and develop a suitable treatment plan. Once the initial treatment, your Orkin specialist will follow up to check that the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil, a service group, is the world's largest pest control company, representing hundreds of brands worldwide. The well-known brand owns the North American pest control providers J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil can protect your home from the common pests in Roxborough Park, including cockroaches, mosquitoes, spiders, bees, wasps, moths, ants, flies, crickets, and bed bugs. The company has a satisfaction guarantee for its treatments. If you still have pests after service, Rentokil will visit again until the issue is resolved.
Not all pest control companies are the same in credibility, qualifications, and competence. Researching services helps you identify the right choice for your pest issue. Here are the key factors to consider when hiring a pest control company:
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 explain their approach for treating your type of pest.
The ideal pest management provider will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by groups like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials demonstrate that the technicians have finished proper training. You'll also want to inquire with each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Take some time to read online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you confirm 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 latest pest control methods. When you select a provider from our list of Roxborough Park's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Homeowners who want natural, eco-friendly pest control should look for providers that specialize in “green” certified solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. However, natural options may be less effective for serious infestations; if you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need stronger traditional methods. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides that are classified as greater than 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 provider will make another visit to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments may not include these reservice warranties.
Once you have identified a few highly reviewed exterminator services, reach out to each of them and be prepared to ask these types of questions:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to select a qualified provider to effectively handle your pest situation at a fair price.
Pests vary by location. In Roxborough Park, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. We reviewed around 10 million posts on social media to uncover the most common pests invading local homes.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, service many locations, and have been in business for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your house once every two or three months. Getting your property sprayed 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, your exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain amount of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
There are some pests you can control yourself. For example, if you see a few ants or a rogue spider, chances are you can get rid of it on your own. But some pest infestations warrant calling the professionals. If you have a large infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Roxborough Park homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control typically costs $40 to $70 a 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.
Spring is the best time for proactive pest control. This is because nests and colony numbers will get much higher as it gets warmer, so spraying in the spring can help prevent you from getting too many pests later.
