Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Pests are never welcome in your home, whether they're termites, roaches, mice, or bed bugs. Scheduling routine pest control with a good company can reduce your encounters with these pests later on.
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 reviewed plenty of options to find the best pest control companies in Somerset. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Transparent pricing
No-cost inspections
Positive customer service reviews
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Positive customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Punctual arrival
Lack of hidden fees
Commitment to customer education
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Educational web content
Offerings of preventative treatments
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspections
Services Offered
Free inspections
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free inspection policy
Lack of hidden fees
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Positive customer service reviews
Services Offered
Offerings of preventative treatments
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Free inspections
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Offerings of preventative treatments
Punctuality
Commitment to customer education
Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
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:
We narrowed down the top pest control providers by comparing factors like customer satisfaction, types of pest control treatments offered, industry experience, coverage, and more.
Here’s how Somerset’s top providers ranked:
Terminix is one of the biggest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with branches in 45 states and 22 other countries. Terminix has received multiple awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix helps with dozens of pests in Somerset, and it offers a 30-day guarantee. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified exterminator will assess your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a large network of branches. Due to its large network, Orkin can provide same-day or next-day service.
Orkin deals with many common pests, including spiders, ants, cockroaches, and silverfish. After the initial treatment, your Orkin exterminator 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. The company provides professional 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 Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X.
Rentokil and its partners handle the following pests: ants, crickets, bed bugs, spiders, cockroaches, moths, wasps, mosquitoes, flies, and bees. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Pest control businesses vary in credibility, knowledge, and effectiveness. 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 best to choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should have clearly laid out its expertise with your specific pest.
When selecting a pest control provider, 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 shows that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
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 check for any complaints via the Better Business Bureau. Inquire about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on current pest control best practices. When you select an exterminator from our list of the top pest control in Somerset, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” accreditations if you want more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about humane trapping programs that don't harm pests like mice or snakes. Keep in mind that stronger solutions might be a better option for significant infestations. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control professionals usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The guarantees mean that a provider will come back to re-treat your home free of charge if pests remain after the initial treatment. One-off treatments may not include these reservice guarantees.
After picking your top pest management services, call each one and ask questions such as these:
Assess potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will allow you to choose the right provider to effectively solve your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
Somerset is home to various pests, from wildlife to insects. We generated a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing what pests were often mentioned on social media.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies in Somerset are Orkin and Terminix. They're respected in the industry and cover all common pests.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every two or three months. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and other wildlife from coming back.
A pest control company gets rid of unwanted insects or animals that have infested your property. Pest control also includes preventative measures taken to help stop said pests from coming back, which can happen at any point in Somerset, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Somerset homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control 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 spray your house is in the spring before nest and 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 in other seasons and see effective results.
