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Last Updated: February 25, 2025
No matter where you call home, pests are unwanted little tenants that can wreak havoc in your home and cause you a lot of anxiety. If the problem isn’t solved quickly, you could end up with a bad infestation. This is why taking action as soon as you see the pests, and also arranging routine pest control, is important.
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 Lake Zurich for you. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Continuous highly praised customer service reports
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Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Consistently high customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
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Lack of hidden fees
Commitment to customer education
Positive customer service reviews
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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 Today's Homeowner team narrowed down the top pest control companies by looking at factors like customer satisfaction, industry experience, types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, and more.
This is how the top companies in Lake Zurich ranked:
Terminix is one of the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. Terminix has received numerous awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they exterminate much more than that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, spiders, ticks, cockroaches, ants, rodents, and wildlife control such as squirrels, skunks, raccoons, opossums, and more. Terminix’s typical pest regimen consists of a home inspection and preliminary treatment, followed by three additional treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a large network of branches. It has excellent customer reviews and professional exterminators who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin offers an expert property inspection to identify issues and draw up an appropriate treatment plan. Orkin can arrange regular follow-up visits. Also, if you have recurrent problems or any other immediate pest control needs, you can contact Orkin’s customer service.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners exterminate common pests for over 90 years. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control providers in North America. These include Presto-X, J.C. Ehrlich, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil offers integrated pest management (IPM) services, which means your pest control specialist will focus on both getting rid of existing pests and preventing future infestations. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Pest control businesses aren't all equal when it comes to reputation, understanding, and capability. It’s important to research companies to find the right one for your specific issue. Focus on these key factors when selecting a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that can address the type of pest you have, whether it’s termites, bed bugs, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should be able to describe how they treat your type of pest.
The ideal pest management provider will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by groups 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 continuing training for their employees.
Before scheduling an appointment, browse online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to verify that the company has a proven track record of providing positive experiences and effective services. Also look for any complaints via the Better Business Bureau. Ask about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on the latest pest control methods and treatments. When you select an exterminator from our list of Lake Zurich'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 services that use “green” certified solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. 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. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the company will make another visit and re-treat your home for free if there are still pests after the first treatment. One-time services may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have reduced your options to your top pest management companies, contact each one with questions such as:
Thoroughly evaluate potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you select the best provider to safely and effectively get rid of your pest problem at a reasonable price.
Different pests show up in different locations. In Lake Zurich, there are several that residents have to deal with. To help you identify the most commonly seen pests, we reviewed posts on social media and created a list of the ones mentioned the most.
Our top picks for pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They're respected in the industry and help get rid of all common pests.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property every quarter is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and other wildlife from coming inside your home.
A pest control company exterminates unwanted insects or animals that have infested your home. Pest control also consists of preventative measures taken to stop those pests from returning, which can happen at any point in Lake Zurich, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Lake Zurich 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 determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several providers for an estimate.
We recommend quarterly pest control treatments, or even bi-monthly if needed. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
