Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
With warm, wet summers, it’s no wonder homeowners in Auburn experience a lot of pest problems. If the issue isn’t solved fast, you could have an infestation on your hands. This is why acting when you notice the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
There are plenty of exterminators to choose from, which makes finding the best one for your family difficult. For that reason, we’ve put together a guide on the best pest control companies in Auburn. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
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Lack of hidden fees
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspection policy
Educational web content
Services Offered
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Commitment to customer education
Free inspections
Services Offered
Consistently high customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
No-cost inspections
Preventative pest control services
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Services Offered
Free inspection policy
Preventative pest control services
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
Preventative pest control services
Consistently high customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Lack of hidden fees
Educational web content
Services Offered
Free inspections
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Proactive approach to pest control
Educational web content
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Commitment to customer education
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Offerings of preventative treatments
No-cost inspections
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
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:
Today's Homeowner identified the top pest control providers by comparing customer reviews, costs, state availability, and more.
Here’s how Auburn’s top companies ranked:
Terminix ranks as one of the top four pest control companies worldwide, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. The company offers state-of-the-art pest control services that are safe for your family.
Terminix helps with dozens of pests in Auburn, and it offers a 30-day guarantee. In addition to pest control, Terminix has other services, such as moisture control, attic insulation, mechanical exclusion, and home disinfection services.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. Due to its vast network, Orkin can offer next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin’s most popular pest control plan is its annual pest control contract. Each pest control contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. If your pest problem isn't handled, your exterminator will come back for another visit.
Rentokil is a respected name in pest control, with branches across the globe and close to a century of experience in the industry. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of quite a few regional pest control providers like Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil provides integrated pest management (IPM) services, focusing on both getting rid of existing pests and preventing future infestations. Depending on your location, Rentokil may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control companies aren't all equal when it comes to reputation, expertise, and capability. It’s important to research services to find the right one for your specific situation. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control professional:
It's recommended to look for a pest control company that focuses their business on the pest you have, like termites, bed bugs, roaches, or rodents. The company should describe how they go about 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 organizations like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials demonstrate that the technicians have completed proper training. You'll also want to question each company about continuing training for their employees.
Look through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to booking a pest control appointment. Confirm through customer feedback that the company reliably provides effective service and receives positive customer feedback. Also check the Better Business Bureau website for any complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive ongoing education on the most cutting-edge pest control treatments. When you select a company from our list of Auburn'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 companies that promote “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. Keep in mind that 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, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control providers typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. The guarantees mean the company will return 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 picking your top exterminators, call each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly analyze pest control companies using these questions. This will allow you to hire the best provider to effectively control your pest situation at a fair price.
There are various types of pests in Auburn, ranging from harmless annoyances to disease-carrying insects. We created a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing which pests were frequently posted about on social media sites.
The best pest control providers are Terminix and Orkin. They cover all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for a long time.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property regularly is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your home.
To find the right pest control company for you, the key is to take time to research your options thoroughly. We recommend obtaining estimates from several companies and reading through reviews to help figure out which company is the right one for you.
Whether you should do DIY pest control or hire an exterminator depends on your situation. You’ll want to consider factors like how much the pest control will cost, the size of the infestation, and what chemicals need to be used. In addition, you may want to also look into professional pest control if you're concerned about your young children.
Many Auburn 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 per visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control providers for an estimate.
If you already have a serious infestation, you should get pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’d just like preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come spray your home is in the spring before nest and colony numbers get too high in the hotter part of the year. But it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or any other season and see effective results.
