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Last Updated: February 25, 2025
If pests have infested your Madison home, hiring a pest control company can help. Homeowners and apartment dwellers who have a preventative pest control plan in place can avoid encounters with these unwanted creatures. Luckily, pest control companies can help you with this.
Pest control is an important matter. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the work and put together this list of the top pest control companies in Madison for you. 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:
Our team at Today's Homeowner narrowed down the top pest control companies by comparing state availability, costs, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top companies 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. Terminix has received numerous awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix has both one-time extermination services and seasonal pest control. Plus, every contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified pest control expert will take a look at your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. It has excellent consumer reviews and trained pest control specialists who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin’s typical pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. Each contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If your pest problem isn't handled, your technician will return for another visit.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of industry experience. The company provides professional pest control treatments all around the world. This large service group is the parent company of several top regional pest control providers in North America. These include J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator.
It deals with 36 of the most common pests including moths, mice, rats, flies, bed bugs, cockroaches, spiders, and more. The company guarantees satisfaction with its treatments. If you still have pest problems after service, Rentokil will visit again until the issue is resolved.
Pest control companies vary in reputation, understanding, and skill. It's important to research services to find the right fit for your pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that specializes in treating the pest you have, like termites, bed bugs, roaches, or rodents. The company should explain their process for treating your type of pest.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians with certifications in pest control methods from respected industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), on top of proper state licensing. The right credentials show that the technicians have completed adequate training. Also ask about required training hours and continuing education.
Take some time to read online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you determine for yourself whether the company consistently provides quality service and positive experiences. Also check the Better Business Bureau for any complaints. Ask the provider whether technicians receive continual training to stay current on the most recent pest control methods. When you choose a professional from our list of Madison's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer natural pest control methods, look for providers offering “green” certifications. For bigger animals such as mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers humane trapping and relocation. But keep in mind natural options may not work as well for significant infestations. If you have a considerable pest problem, you may need more potent traditional methods. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, any pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the provider will come back and re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the first treatment. One-time services usually don't come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have narrowed down your top exterminators, reach out to each one and ask questions such as:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will allow you to hire the best provider to effectively control your pest situation at a fair price.
Different pests come up in different locations. In Madison, there are several that residents have to deal with. Our team analyzed around 10 million online discussions to identify the pests that are the biggest headache in the area.
Our top picks for 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.
There are some pests you can handle 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 cases warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have a big infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Madison 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 per visit. To figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control companies for an estimate.
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 have to get monthly treatments for a few months until the infestation is resolved.
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