Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Niceville’s plentiful rainfall and hot summers mean residents deal with a variety of pest issues, including bed bugs and cockroaches. Setting up routine pest control with a good company can reduce your encounters with these pests later on.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the homework and ranked the top pest control companies in Niceville for you. 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:
We've narrowed down the top pest control companies to help you find the best provider for you. We analyzed costs, state availability, customer reviews, pest control treatments offered, contracts, and more.
Here’s how the top companies ranked:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control industry. The company offers cutting-edge pest control treatments that are safe for your family and pets.
Terminix exterminates all types of pest issues for residential and commercial customers. These include spiders, ants, opossums, termites, roaches, raccoons, and rodents. Terminix’s general pest regimen consists of a home inspection and preliminary treatment, followed by three seasonal treatments during the year.
Orkin has been in the industry for over 100 years. Its exterminators have to undergo 160 hours of training. Plus, because of its large network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Pests Orkin deals with includes flies, cockroaches, scorpions, wasps, ticks, termites, silverfish, crickets, centipedes, spiders, and more. After your initial visit, your technician will follow up regularly to ensure that the pests have not returned. If they have, your local technicians can help
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has nearly 100 years’ worth of experience handling 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 deal with the following pests: bed bugs, crickets, cockroaches, spiders, flies, mosquitoes, ants, bees, wasps, and moths. After the initial inspection of your home, a technician will service your property every quarter.
Not all pest control companies are the same in reputation, skill set, and competence. Vetting businesses helps you identify the right choice for your pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when hiring a pest control provider:
It's best to choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly describe on their website its expertise with your specific pest.
Look for pest control companies with technicians that have certifications in pest control methods from reputable industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to state licensing. Possessing the proper credentials shows that the technicians have received adequate training. You'll also want to ask about regular training updates.
Look through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Verify for yourself that the company reliably provides effective service and receives positive customer feedback. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive consistent education on the most cutting-edge pest control treatments. When you select a company from our list of the top pest control in Niceville, 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 services that use “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. However, natural options may be less effective for serious infestations, and if you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need more potent chemical treatments. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control professionals normally offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the company will return and re-treat your home for free if pests remain after the first treatment. One-time services may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top exterminators, reach out to each one with these questions:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to hire the best provider to effectively manage your pest situation at a fair price.
You should know which pests you're bound to see as a resident of Niceville. We reviewed around 10 million social media conversations to identify which pests were causing the most trouble for residents.
The top pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They help with all common pests, have locations nationwide, and have been in the industry for decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every quarter or every two to three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
Chemicals used in pest control are safe but need to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around children and pets — or are wondering how long you should stay out of your home after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Typically, you should stay away from your home for two to four hours after spraying.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see a few ants or a rogue spider, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some infestations warrant calling the professionals. If you have a large infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Niceville 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 a visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several companies for an estimate.
We advise quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly in Niceville, where pests can be more common because of the heat. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
