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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 2024
Cape Girardeau is home to 40 thousand people and, much to our dismay, a countless number of pests. If the issue isn’t solved quickly, 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.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the work and ranked the best pest control companies in Cape Girardeau for you. 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:
The team at Today's Homeowner narrowed it down to these pest control companies by comparing contracts, customer reviews, state availability, costs, pest control treatments offered, and more.
Here’s how Cape Girardeau’s top providers ranked:
Terminix is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries around the globe. It has also been in the industry for about 100 years. The company provides cutting-edge pest control treatments that are safe for you and your family.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they handle much more than just that. Their other services include: cockroaches, spiders, rodents, ticks, mosquitoes, ants, and wildlife control such as skunks, opossums, raccoons, squirrels, and more. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections for guaranteed results.
Orkin has more than 100 years of experience in the industry and is one of the most trustworthy pest control companies in the country. Because of its large network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Pests Orkin deals with includes centipedes, carpenter ants, crickets, fleas, ticks, silverfish, bed bugs, mice, rats, cockroaches, and more. Once the first treatment, your Orkin expert will follow up to check that the pests haven’t come back. If they have, your local technicians can assist.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of experience. The company provides expert pest control solutions for homeowners and business owners. This large service group is the parent company of several top regional pest control companies in North America. These include Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
It protects against 36 of the most common pests including moths, rats, cockroaches, spiders, flies, mice, bed bugs, and more. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Not all pest control businesses are identical when it comes to reputation, qualifications, and capability. It's important to do your research to determine the most suitable option for your specific pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when hiring a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that has extensive experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians that have the proper state licensing and are certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Possessing these credentials shows that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
Before scheduling an appointment, take the time to read online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to see which providers have a reputation for providing positive experiences and effective services. Also look for complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Ask about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on current pest control best practices. When you choose an exterminator from our list of Cape Girardeau'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 providers that specialize in “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. 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. No matter your approach to pest control, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control companies usually offer service guarantees for continuing plans. The warranties mean that a provider will come back to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice warranties.
After choosing your top pest management services, reach out to each one and ask questions such as these:
Thoroughly evaluate potential pest control providers using these questions. This will help you hire the best provider to safely and effectively eliminate your pest problem at a reasonable price.
A variety of pests find their way into Cape Girardeau houses. Some are relatively harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can cause anxiety. We compiled a list of the most common pests in the city by examining what pests were frequently posted about on social media platforms.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're well known in the industry and help get rid of all common pests.
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 other wildlife from coming inside your house.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. Even so, they need to be handled by a trained exterminator to ensure they’re used safely. After your house has been sprayed, your exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain amount of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be up to 24 hours.
A pest control company exterminates unwanted bugs or animals that have infested your property. Pest control also consists of preventative measures that stop those pests from returning, which can happen at any point in Cape Girardeau, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Cape Girardeau homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several companies for a quote.
If you already have a serious infestation, you should seek pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’d just like preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come spray your house is in the spring before colony numbers get too high when it's warmer. However, it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or any other season and see effective results.