Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Regardless of where you live, pests are an inevitable fact of life and encountering them is a pain. 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 setting up routine pest control, is important.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and made a list of some of the top pest control companies in Elkhart to help you make the right choice. Keep reading to discover the top companies 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 comparing costs, customer reviews, state availability, and more.
Here’s how the top companies ranked:
Terminix has 300 branches in more than 22 countries and has been in the pest control industry for about 100 years. The company provides state-of-the-art pest control treatments that are safe for your family.
Terminix’s specialty termite services are their most widely known service, but they handle much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, spiders, ticks, ants, cockroaches, rodents, and wildlife control including raccoons, skunks, opossums, squirrels, and more. Terminix’s typical pest regimen includes a home inspection and preliminary treatment, with three seasonal treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin has been in the industry for over 100 years. It has positive consumer reviews and competent pest control specialists who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin’s typical pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. After the first treatment, your Orkin exterminator will follow up to check that the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil, a business service group, is the world's largest pest control company, which owns hundreds of brands worldwide. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several local pest control providers like J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil handles the common pests in Elkhart, including bees, moths, bed bugs, wasps, spiders, crickets, flies, ants, cockroaches, and mosquitoes. After the initial inspection of your home, a technician will service your property as often as your contract states.
Not all pest control businesses are the identical in credibility, skill set, and effectiveness. Researching companies helps you identify the right choice for your pest issue. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control provider:
It's recommended to look for a pest control company that specializes in treating the pest you have, like roaches, bed bugs, termites, or rodents. The company should provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
When selecting a pest control provider, look for technicians with certifications in pest control methods from respected industry associations, like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), on top of proper state licensing. Solid credentials indicate that the technicians have completed adequate training. Also ask about required training hours and continuing education.
We suggest checking out customer reviews before scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and other sites will show whether a company consistently provides quality service and a good customer experience. 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 the latest pest control techniques and treatment methods. When you select a provider from our list of the top pest control in Elkhart, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” accreditations to get more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about humane trapping programs that don't harm pests like mice or snakes. Keep in mind that traditional methods might be a better option for significant infestations. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. This means that if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will make another visit and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is taken care of. One-time treatments may not have reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified your top pest management companies, reach out to each one to ask these questions:
Analyze potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will enable you to choose a qualified provider to effectively address your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
It's important to know which pests you might encounter as a resident of Elkhart. Our experts analyzed around 10 million posts on social media to determine the pests that pose the most problems in the area.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're well known in the industry and cover all common pests.
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 house.
Chemicals used in pest control 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 young children and pets — and how long you need to stay out of your house after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Typically, you should remain outside your home for two to four hours after spraying.
A pest control company gets rid of unwanted bugs or animals that have infested a home. Pest control also consists of preventative measures taken to stop said pests from coming back, which can happen at any point in Elkhart, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Elkhart homeowners wonder 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 companies for a quote.
We advise quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly if needed. For larger infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments over the course of the first three to six months.
