Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
Pests such as mosquitos and silverfish may be more of an issue if your home is in a wetter area, like North Decatur. Scheduling routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests in the future.
Pest control is a serious matter. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the homework and ranked the best pest control companies in North Decatur for you. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
Preventative pest control services
Punctual arrival
Commitment to customer education
Consistently high customer service reviews
Lack of hidden fees
No-cost inspections
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Educational web content
Free inspection policy
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
No-cost inspections
Commitment to customer education
Promotes fair employee compensation
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Free inspection policy
Transparent pricing
Offerings of preventative treatments
Services Offered
Reliable exterminators
Reviews praise customer service
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspection policy
Commitment to customer education
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free inspections
Reviews praise customer service
Commitment to customer education
Offerings of preventative treatments
Services Offered
Free inspection policy
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Reliable exterminators
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspection policy
Lack of hidden fees
Educational web content
Services Offered
Offerings of preventative treatments
Educational web content
Free inspections
Reviews praise customer service
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Reviews praise customer service
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:
When ranking these pest control companies, we took into consideration several factors including industry experience, customer service, types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, and more.
Here’s how we ranked them:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies worldwide, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. It uses the latest technology in pest control to get rid of insects and unwanted wildlife no matter where they are.
Terminix offers both one-time extermination services and routine pest control. Additionally, every contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. Their service also includes follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
With more than 100 years of experience, Orkin is one of the largest pest control companies in the country. Its pest control specialists have to complete 160 hours of training. Additionally, because of its big network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Pests Orkin helps with are yellow jackets, bees, ticks, cockroaches, silverfish, carpenter ants, earwigs, flies, crickets, moths, and more. After the first treatment, your Orkin specialist will follow up to check that the pests haven’t come back. If they have, your local technicians can assist.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners rid themselves of common pests for over 90 years. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control companies in North America. These include J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil provides integrated pest management (IPM) services, which means your pest control specialist will focus on both exterminating current pests and preventing future infestations. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Not all pest control businesses are identical when it comes to reputation, qualifications, and effectiveness. It's important to do your research to determine the right option for your specific pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control professional:
Choose a pest control company that is equipped to handle your specific problem, whether it's rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should clearly describe on their website its expertise with your specific pest.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians that hold certifications from respected industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to proper state licensing. These credentials indicate that the technicians have completed proper training. Also inquire about continuing education policies and total training hours.
We suggest checking out customer reviews prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and similar sites will show whether a company consistently provides quality service and has happy customers. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of continuing education technicians receive to stay current on best pest control practices. When you select a professional from our list of North Decatur's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that 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” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or other burrowing rodents. 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. No matter your approach to pest control, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control companies usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The warranties mean that a provider will return to re-treat your home free of charge if pests remain after the initial treatment. One-off treatments typically don't include these reservice guarantees.
After picking your top exterminators, contact each one and ask questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control companies using these questions. This will allow you to select the best provider to effectively manage your pest situation at a fair price.
You should know which pests you could see while living in North Decatur. To help you prepare for the most problematic pests, we studied online discussions and made a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, service many locations, 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 two or three months. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. That being said, they must be handled by a trained exterminator to make sure they’re used properly. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain period of time. This is typically 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
Many North Decatur 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 determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control providers for an estimate.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or even bi-monthly pest control treatments are advisable. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may have to get monthly treatments for a few months until the issue is resolved.
