Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Wilmington’s plentiful rainfall and hot summers mean homeowners experience a range of pest issues, including rats and cockroaches. If the problem isn’t solved as soon as possible, you could end up with a serious infestation. This is why taking action when you notice the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
There are many great exterminator options, so the team at Today's Homeowner has researched some of the top pest control companies in Wilmington to help you make the right decision. Keep reading 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:
The team at Today's Homeowner has narrowed down the best pest control companies to help you find the best provider for you. We analyzed pest control treatments offered, costs, state availability, contracts, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top providers ranked:
Terminix is one of the largest and longest running pest control companies in the world, with many branches in 45 states and 22 other countries. The company provides effective pest control services that are safe for your family and pets.
Terminix is widely known for its specialty termite services, but they exterminate much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, cockroaches, ants, rodents, ticks, spiders, and wildlife control such as raccoons, opossums, skunks, squirrels, and more. Terminix’s general pest regimen includes a home inspection and initial treatment, followed by three additional treatments during the year.
If you need quick pest control service in Wilmington, Orkin could be the company for you. Founded in 1901, Orkin has grown to be one of the largest pest control companies in the country. Due to its large network, Orkin can offer next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin can protect your home from many common pests, such as silverfish, spiders, ants, and cockroaches. After the initial treatment, your Orkin exterminator will follow up to make sure the pests haven’t returned. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil, a service group, is the world's largest pest control company, representing hundreds of brands worldwide. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several regional pest control companies like J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator.
It exterminates 36 of the most common pests such as mice, spiders, rats, cockroaches, flies, moths, bed bugs, and more. Depending on where you live, the pest control company may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control businesses aren't all the same when it comes to reputation, expertise, and competence. It’s important to research providers to find the right one for your specific issue. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control provider:
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 thoroughly describe on their website its area of expertise.
Look for pest control companies that employ technicians with 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 continuing education opportunities.
Before booking an appointment, take the time to read 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 complaints via the Better Business Bureau. Inquire about ongoing training at the company as well as how its technicians stay up to date on the latest pest control methods and treatments. When you choose an exterminator from our list of Wilmington'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 companies that promote “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. However, natural options may be less effective for serious infestations, and if you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need stronger traditional methods. Regardless of what methods you choose, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control companies usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The warranties mean that a company will come back to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the initial treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice warranties.
Once you have reduced your options to your top exterminators, contact each one to ask questions such as:
Thoroughly evaluate potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you choose the right provider to safely and effectively eliminate your pest problem at a reasonable price.
Pests vary by location. In Wilmington, there are a few different ones that residents have to deal with. We examined around 10 million online conversations to uncover the most common pests invading local homes.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They help with all common pests, service many locations, and have been in the industry for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your home once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from coming back.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. Even so, they have to be handled by a trained professional to ensure they’re used properly. After your house has been sprayed, your exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain amount of time. This is generally 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
There are some pests you can control yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue spider, chances are you can get rid of it on your own. But some situations warrant calling the professionals. If you have a big infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Wilmington homeowners are concerned 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 contacting several providers for a quote.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or bi-monthly pest control treatments are advisable. If you have a more serious infestation, on the other hand, you may need to get monthly treatments for a few months until the issue is resolved.
