Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 2024
Alsip's common household pests are not only a nightmare, many can also spread disease, harm you and damage your property. Without a pest control regimen in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
There are many exterminators to choose from, which can make hard for homeowners to know which is best for them. That’s why we've analyzed plenty of options to find the best pest control companies in Alsip. Keep reading to discover the top providers near you.
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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 team at Today's Homeowner narrowed down the top pest control companies by considering factors like types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, industry experience, customer satisfaction, and more.
This is how we ranked them:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control industry. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix has both one-time extermination services and routine pest control. Additionally, every contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified technician will take a look at your situation and outline a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a large network of branches. Its exterminators have to undergo 160 hours of training. Plus, due to its big network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Pests Orkin handles are yellow jackets, rats, wasps, silverfish, mice, hornets, fleas, bees, centipedes, crickets, and more. After the initial visit, your technician will follow up regularly to make sure that the pests have not returned. If they have, your local technicians can assist
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has almost 100 years’ worth of experience handling pests. Rentokil is the parent company of top North American pest control providers like Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X, which can provide individual services.
Rentokil can help you with the common pests in Alsip, including wasps, crickets, bees, cockroaches, bed bugs, ants, flies, mosquitoes, moths, and spiders. Its treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Not all pest control businesses are identical when it comes to credibility, expertise, and capability. It's important to do your research to determine the best option for your specific pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that has extensive experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
The ideal exterminator 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 show that the technicians have completed proper training. You'll also want to ask each company about ongoing education for their employees.
Spend time perusing online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you determine for yourself 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 continual training to stay current on the latest pest control methods. When you select a company from our list of the top pest control in Alsip, 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 providers that specialize in “green” certified 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. No matter your approach to pest control, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control provides typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will come back and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is eliminated. One-time treatments may not have reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest management companies, contact each one to ask these questions:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will help you select the best provider to safely and successfully resolve your pest problem at a fair price.
It's important to know which pests you're bound to encounter while living in Alsip. For an idea of the most widespread pests in the city, we reviewed the pests discussed in around 10 million posts on various social media sites.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They can treat all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for several decades.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property routinely is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your home.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue cockroach, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some infestations warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have an out-of-control infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Alsip homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several pest control 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 pest control in the spring can help prevent your home from getting too many pests later.
