Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
No matter where you live, pests are an unavoidable fact of life and them is a nuisance. Homeowners who have a preventative pest control plan can avoid encounters with these unwanted creatures. Fortunately, pest control companies can help you with this issue.
There are plenty of exterminators to pick from, which makes finding the best one for your family difficult. For that reason, we’ve put together a list of the best pest control companies in Vernon. Read on 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:
The Today's Homeowner team narrowed down the top pest control providers by looking at factors like industry experience, coverage, customer satisfaction, types of pest control treatments offered, and more.
Here’s how Vernon’s top companies ranked:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. The company offers professional pest control services that are safe for you and your family.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they exterminate much more than just that. Their other services include: spiders, cockroaches, ants, rodents, ticks, mosquitoes, and wildlife control including skunks, squirrels, opossums, raccoons, and more. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified exterminator will assess your situation and detail a suitable control plan.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. It has positive customer reviews and well-trained pest control specialists who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin’s most common pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. After your initial visit, your pest control specialist will follow up regularly to make sure that the pests have stayed away for good. If they have, your local technicians can assist
Rentokil has been helping homeowners and business owners remove common pests for over 90 years. The global brand owns the North American pest control providers J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil can protect your home from the common pests in Vernon, including wasps, flies, cockroaches, spiders, bed bugs, mosquitoes, bees, moths, ants, and crickets. Depending on the city, Rentokil and its partners may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control services aren't all equal when it comes to credibility, expertise, and effectiveness. It’s important to research businesses to find the right one for your specific issue. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that primarily handles the pest you have, like rodents, roaches, bed bugs, or termites. The company should explain their process for treating your type of pest.
Look for pest control companies that employ technicians with certifications in pest control methods from expert organizations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to state licensing. Holding the proper credentials shows that the technicians have received adequate training. You'll also want to ask about ongoing educational requirements.
Read online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you verify 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 ongoing regular training to stay current on the most up-to-date pest control methods. When you select a provider from our list of Vernon's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” certifications to get more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about humane trapping programs that don't harm pests like mice or snakes. Keep in mind that stronger treatments might be a better option for major infestations. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean the provider will make another visit and re-treat for free if you still have pests in your home after the initial visit. One-time treatments don't typically include reservice guarantees.
After selecting your top exterminators, reach out to each one and ask questions such as these:
Carefully review potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you choose the best provider to safely and effectively eliminate your pest problem at a reasonable price.
Different pests come up in different locations. In Vernon, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. Our experts analyzed around 10 million posts on social media to identify the pests that pose the most problems in the area.
Our top picks for pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're well known in the industry and cover all common pests.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property once every quarter 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. Even so, they have to be handled by a trained professional to ensure they’re used properly, which is especially important if you have young children. 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 up to 24 hours.
Many Vernon 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 a visit. To figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several providers for an estimate.
Spring is the best time for preventative 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.
