Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated May 2023
Atlanta's plentiful rainfall and warm summers mean the city can experience a range of pest issues--from rats to ants. You may want to try and deal with the issue on your own, but pest control is often best left to the professionals, especially if you have a serious infestation.
There are many options for pest management services in Atlanta, so the team at Today's Homeowner has done the research and compiled a list of some of the top companies to help you make the right choice.
Read on to learn more about each company's plans.
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Positive customer service reviews
Timeliness of service
Proactive solutions for pest control
Free inspections
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
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Reviews praise customer service
Offerings of preventative treatments
No-cost inspections
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Positive customer service reviews
Offerings of preventative treatments
Free inspection policy
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Reviews praise customer service
Commitment to customer education
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Consistently high customer service reviews
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
Free inspections
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Preventative pest control services
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Offerings of preventative treatments
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Proactive solutions for pest control
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Consistently high customer service reviews
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
User Rating
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Commitment to customer education
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Our Rating
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on pest 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:
Looking for a pest control company with nation-wide expertise? Here are our top picks:
Terminix is one of the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been assisting homeowners with staying pest-free for over 90 years. Terminix has gotten several awards for its service, including Pest Control Technology Magazine's Top 100 Pest Control Companies, Watauga County Best of the Best, and NCPMA's Technician of the Year.
Terminix's specialty termite services are their most widely known service, but they take care of much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, cockroaches, ticks, rodents, spiders, ants, and wildlife control such as squirrels, opossums, skunks, raccoons, and more. In addition to pest control, Terminix provides other services, such as attic insulation, moisture control, home disinfection services, and mechanical exclusion.
Orkin has more than 100 years of experience in the industry and is one of the largest pest control companies in the country. It has positive customer reviews and trained exterminators who must do 160 hours of training.
Orkin's most popular pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. Orkin can schedule regular follow up visits. Also, if you have recurring problems or any other urgent pest control needs, you can contact a customer service representative.
Atlanta is home to several pests, from wildlife to insects. We analyzed around 10 million online discussions to figure out which pests people in different cities had problems with the most.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're well-respected in the industry and help get rid of all common pests.
Pest control involves exterminating unwanted insects like bed bugs, cockroaches, and other unwanted bigs or animals from your home. When you hire a pest control company, a professional will do an inspection. Then they will use various techniques to get rid of the pests and stop them from returning, such as chemical or natural sprays, bait, and traps.
Pest control chemicals are safe but have to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions or concerns about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around children and pets — and 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.
Many Atlanta homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually 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 getting in touch with several pest control companies for a quote.
We recommend quarterly pest control treatments, or even bi-monthly in Atlanta where the heat can make pests more prevalent. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments over the course of the first three to six months.
