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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
Scio is home to 17 thousand people and, much to our dismay, an untold number of pests. Without a pest control routine in place, the chance of severe 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 Scio to help you make the right decision. 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 has narrowed down the top pest control companies to help you find the right provider for you. We considered state availability, pest control treatments offered, costs, contracts, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how Scio’s top companies ranked:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control business. Terminix has received multiple awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they deal with much more than that. Their other services include: rodents, cockroaches, ants, spiders, mosquitoes, ticks, and wildlife control such as skunks, raccoons, squirrels, opossums, and more. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
Started in 1901 by a rat poison salesman named Otto, the Orkin brand has become one of the most trusted in the pest control industry. Due to its vast network, Orkin can offer next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin handles many common pests, including ants, spiders, silverfish, and cockroaches. Each pest control contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If your pest problem isn't handled, your technician will come back for another visit.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of industry experience. The company provides innovative pest control treatments for homeowners and business owners. This large service group is the parent company of several top regional pest control providers in North America. These include Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: bees, crickets, spiders, bed bugs, flies, cockroaches, ants, moths, mosquitoes, and wasps. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Pest control companies vary in reputation, knowledge, and skill. It's important to research services to find the right fit for your pest problem. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control professional:
It's recommended to look for a pest control company that focuses their business on the pest you have, like rodents, roaches, bed bugs, or termites. The company should 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). Possessing these credentials demonstrates that the technicians have adequate training. Ask the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
We highly recommend looking at customer reviews before scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and similar sites will show whether a company consistently provides quality service and has happy customers. Also check the Better Business Bureau website for any complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of ongoing education technicians receive to stay current on the latest pest control techniques and treatment methods. When you select a company from our list of Scio's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Homeowners who want natural, eco-friendly pest control should look for services that use “green” certified solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. Keep in mind that natural options may be less effective for serious infestations, and if you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need more potent chemical treatments. Regardless of what methods you choose, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the company will return 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 identified a few highly reviewed exterminator services, have conversations with each one and come prepared to ask these types of questions:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control providers using these questions. This will help you hire the right provider to safely and successfully get rid of your pest problem at a fair price.
A variety of pests like to find their way into Scio houses. Some are just harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can cause anxiety. We examined around 10 million online conversations to uncover the most common pests infesting local homes.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They can treat all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property routinely is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and other wildlife from coming inside your house.
The key to finding the best pest control company for you is to contact multiple companies and get estimates from them. You should also be sure you read reviews to check their reputation and customer satisfaction.
Many Scio homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control typically costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control companies for an estimate.
If you already have a serious infestation, you should get pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’re just interested in preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come spray your home is in the spring before nest and colony numbers get too high when it's warmer. But it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or any other season and see effective results.