Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Sanford’s plentiful rainfall and warm summers mean homeowners deal with a range of pest issues, including bed bugs and wasps. Without a pest control treatment plan in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has researched some of the best pest control companies in Sanford to help you make the right decision. Read on 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:
We've narrowed down the best pest control companies to help you find the best provider for you. We considered state availability, customer reviews, costs, pest control treatments offered, contracts, and more.
This is how they ranked:
Terminix is one of the largest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with branches across the United States and 22 other countries. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix is widely known for its specialty termite services, but they take care of much more than that. Their other services include: spiders, rodents, ticks, mosquitoes, ants, cockroaches, and wildlife control such as skunks, raccoons, opossums, squirrels, and more. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections for guaranteed results.
Orkin has been in the industry for over 100 years. It has positive customer reviews and well-trained pest control specialists who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin takes care of many common pests, including ants, spiders, silverfish, and cockroaches. After the initial treatment, your Orkin exterminator will follow up to check that the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can assist.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of industry experience. The company provides professional pest control treatments for homeowners and business owners. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several local pest control branches like Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil provides integrated pest management (IPM) services, which means your pest control specialist will focus on both eliminating existing pests and preventing future infestations. Depending on the city, Rentokil may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control companies aren't all equal when it comes to reputation, knowledge, and effectiveness. It’s important to research businesses to find the right one for your specific issue. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that can address the type of pest you have, whether it’s roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should be able to provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
Look for pest control companies with technicians that have certifications in pest control methods from expert organizations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to state licensing. Possessing the proper credentials shows that the technicians have received adequate training. You'll also want to ask about ongoing educational requirements.
Look through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites before scheduling a pest control appointment. Ensure by reading reviews that the company reliably provides effective service and a positive customer experience. 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 provider from our list of Sanford's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for providers that have “green” accreditations if you want more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about gentle catch and release methods for larger animals like mice or snakes. Keep in mind that stronger methods might be a better option for significant infestations. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk are required to be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. This means that if pests remain after the initial treatment, the company will return and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is eliminated. One-time treatments might not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified a few top contending pest control companies, reach out to each of them and come prepared to ask these types of questions:
Review potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will allow you to select the right provider to effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
A variety of pests end up finding their way into Sanford residences. Some are just harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can cause anxiety. We studied around 10 million posts on social media to identify which pests were causing the most trouble for residents.
The best pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every two or three months. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
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, what chemicals need to be used, and the size of the infestation. Additionally, you may want to also get professional pest control if you're concerned about safety or pets.
Pest control involves removing unwanted insects like bees, fleas, and other unwanted bugs or animals from your home. When you hire a pest control company, a professional exterminator will do an inspection. Then they will use various methods to get rid of the pests and prevent them from coming back, such as chemical or natural sprays, bait, and traps.
Many Sanford homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control typically costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several pest control companies for a quote.
Spring is the best time for preventative pest control. This is because nests and colony numbers will get much higher in the summer, so pest control in the spring can help prevent your home from getting too many pests later.
