Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
No matter where you live, pests are an inevitable fact of life and having to deal with them is a bother. If the issue isn’t solved fast, you could end up with an infestation. This is why acting as soon as you notice the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
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 Leicester. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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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:
Today's Homeowner has narrowed down the best pest control experts so you can find the best provider for you. We assessed costs, customer reviews, pest control treatments offered, contracts, state availability, and more.
Here’s how the top providers ranked:
Terminix is one of the biggest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with branches across the United States and 22 other countries. Terminix has received numerous awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they deal with much more than that. Their other services include: cockroaches, ants, ticks, rodents, mosquitoes, spiders, and wildlife control such as squirrels, raccoons, skunks, opossums, and more. In addition to pest control, Terminix has services, like moisture control, attic insulation, home disinfection services, and mechanical exclusion.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. Its exterminators need to undergo 160 hours of training. Additionally, because of its large network, it can usually provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Orkin’s typical pest control plan is its annual pest control contract. Once the first treatment, your Orkin expert 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 experience in the pest control industry. The company provides innovative pest control treatments for homeowners and business owners. The brand owns the North American pest control companies Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners control for the following pests: flies, spiders, bees, cockroaches, mosquitoes, ants, crickets, wasps, bed bugs, and moths. Depending on your location, Rentokil may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control businesses vary in reputation, understanding, and capability. It's important to research providers to find the right fit for your pest problem. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control provider:
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 provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
When choosing a pest control company, look for technicians that are licensed by the state and certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Having these credentials indicates that a technician has adequate training. Ask the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
We suggest looking at customer reviews before scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and other 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 an exterminator from our list of Leicester's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” certifications 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 squirrels. Keep in mind that stronger methods might be a better option for significant infestations. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as 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 at no cost until the infestation is eliminated. One-time treatments may not have reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified your top pest control providers, reach out to each one with these questions:
Assess potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will allow you to select the best provider to effectively address your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
Leicester is home to several pests, from wildlife to insects. To help you identify the most common pests, we reviewed social media conversations and created a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They help with all common pests, service locations nationwide, and have been in the industry for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property regularly is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your house.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. However, they need to be handled by a professional exterminator to make sure they’re used properly and safely. After your house has been sprayed, your exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain amount of time. This is typically 2 to 4 hours, but can be as much as 24 hours.
Whether you should do pest control yourself or hire a company depends on your situation. You’ll want to consider factors like how much the pest control will cost, the size of the infestation, and what chemicals need to be used. Additionally, you may want to also get professional pest control if you're concerned about safety.
Many Leicester 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 per visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several companies for an estimate.
Spring is the best time for proactive pest control. The reason is nests and colony numbers will grow much larger in the summer, so pest control in the spring can help prevent your property from getting too many pests later.
