Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
With hot, wet summers, it’s no wonder those living in Waldwick experience a lot of pest problems. Homeowners and apartment dwellers who have a preventative pest control plan can avoid encounters with these uninvited tenants. Luckily, pest control companies can help take care of this for you.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the homework and put together this list of the best pest control companies in Waldwick 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 has narrowed down the best pest control experts so you can find the right provider for you. We considered contracts, customer reviews, costs, pest control treatments offered, state availability, and more.
Here’s how the top providers ranked:
Terminix’s headquarters are in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries worldwide. It has also been in the industry for nearly 100 years. It uses the latest innovations in pest control to rid your home of pests wherever they are.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they handle much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, ticks, ants, rodents, cockroaches, spiders, and wildlife control such as squirrels, raccoons, opossums, skunks, and more. Terminix’s typical pest regimen includes a home inspection and initial treatment, with three seasonal treatments during the year.
Orkin has been in the business for over 100 years. Its pest control specialists complete 160 hours of training. Plus, due to its large network, it can usually provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Pests Orkin helps with includes fleas, yellow jackets, rats, earwigs, flies, termites, silverfish, carpenter ants, spiders, ticks, and more. Orkin can schedule regular follow-up visits. Also, if you have recurrent problems or any other urgent pest control needs, you can contact Orkin’s customer service line.
Rentokil is a well-known name in pest control, with providers across the globe and almost a century of experience in the industry. Rentokil is the parent company of several North American pest control providers including J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator, which provide individual services.
Rentokil and its partners handle the following pests: bees, mosquitoes, spiders, crickets, flies, bed bugs, cockroaches, moths, wasps, and ants. After the initial inspection of your property, a technician will return to your property every four months.
Not all pest control services are the equal in reputation, experience, and competence. Evaluating services helps you identify the right choice for your pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider 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.
The ideal exterminator will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by organizations like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials indicate that the technicians have finished proper training. You'll also want to inquire with each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Peruse reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites before scheduling a pest control appointment. Ensure by reading reviews that the company reliably provides effective service and receives positive customer feedback. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive continuing regular education on the newest and most advanced pest control treatments. When you choose a provider from our list of Waldwick's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer natural pest control methods, look for providers that advertise “green” certifications. For larger pests like mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers gentle catch and release programs. But keep in mind natural options may not work as well for significant infestations. If you have a moderate to serious pest problem, you may need more potent traditional methods. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to 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.
Once you have determined your top pest management companies, reach out to each one to ask these questions:
Review potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will enable you to select a qualified provider to effectively address your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
Pests vary by location. In Waldwick, there are several that residents may deal with. To help you identify the most problematic pests, we examined various social media sites and compiled a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The best pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, service locations nationwide, and have been in the industry for a long time.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every two or three months. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and animals from returning.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. However, they must be handled by a trained professional to make sure they’re used properly and safely, which is especially important if you have young children. After your house has been sprayed, your exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain amount of time. This is typically 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
Whether you should do pest control yourself or hire an exterminator depends on your situation. You’ll want to consider factors like the size of the infestation, how much the pest control will cost, and what chemicals need to be used. In addition, you may want to also get professional pest control if you're concerned about your young children or pets.
Many Waldwick homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control providers for an estimate.
If you already have a serious pest infestation, you should seek pest control as soon as possible. However, if you just want 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. However, it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or in other seasons and see effective results.
