Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
No matter where you live, pests are an inevitable fact of life and having to deal with them is a hassle. Arranging routine pest control with a good company can reduce your encounters with these pests in the future.
There are many exterminators to pick from, which makes finding the best one for your needs difficult. For that reason, we’ve compiled a guide on the best pest control companies in Cornwall. 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:
The team at Today's Homeowner narrowed down the top pest control providers by considering factors like customer satisfaction, coverage, industry experience, types of pest control treatments offered, and more.
Here’s how Cornwall’s top companies ranked:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of pest control industry experience. The company provides professional pest control services that are safe for your family.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they exterminate much more than just that. Their other services include: cockroaches, ticks, rodents, mosquitoes, ants, spiders, and wildlife control such as skunks, raccoons, squirrels, opossums, and more. Their service also includes follow-up visits and annual inspections for guaranteed results.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. It has excellent customer reviews and qualified exterminators who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin offers a professional property inspection to identify potential problems and draw up a suitable treatment plan. After the initial visit, your technician will follow up regularly to make sure that the pests have stayed away for good. If they have, your local technicians can help
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has nearly a century’s worth of experience exterminating pests. 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.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: moths, crickets, mosquitoes, cockroaches, bees, spiders, flies, wasps, ants, and bed bugs. Depending on where you live, the pest control company may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Not all pest control services are identical when it comes to reputation, proficiency, and capability. It's important to do your research to determine the right option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control company:
You should choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should provide detailed explanations of its expertise with your specific pest.
When choosing 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). Having these credentials demonstrates that a technician has adequate training. Question the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
We highly recommend reading customer reviews before scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and similar sites can tell you 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 professional from our list of Cornwall'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” 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, any pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean the provider will make another visit and re-treat at no cost if your home still has pests following the initial visit. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
After selecting your top pest management services, contact each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly review pest control providers using these questions. This will help you choose the most qualified provider to safely and successfully eliminate your pest problem at a fair price.
There are a variety of pests in Cornwall, ranging from harmless nuisances to ones that can damage your home. We studied around 10 million online conversations to identify the pests that were causing the most trouble for residents.
The best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They can treat all common pests, service locations nationwide, and have been in business for a long time.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every quarter or every two to three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from coming back.
A pest control company exterminates unwanted bugs or animals that have infested your property. Pest control also includes preventative measures taken to stop those pests from coming back, which can happen at any point in Cornwall, but usually during the warm summers.
In a town like Cornwall, where the cost of living is very high compared to other cities, the cost of pest control is most likely a concern. How much pest control costs varies based on several factors, such as what type of pests you have an issue with and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, but a quarterly treatment plan is typically cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
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 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 in other seasons and see effective results.
