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 warm, rainy summers, it’s no wonder homeowners in Great Neck experience a lot of pest problems. Scheduling routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests in the future.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the team at Today's Homeowner has researched and put together this list of the top pest control companies in Great Neck for you. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
Preventative pest control services
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Educational web content
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspections
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Consistently high customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Educational web content
Offerings of preventative treatments
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
Reliable exterminators
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Commitment to customer education
Proactive solutions for pest control
Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Free inspections
Commitment to customer education
Preventative pest control services
Lack of hidden fees
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Consistently high customer service reviews
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Preventative pest control services
Consistently high customer service reviews
Reliable exterminators
Lack of hidden fees
No-cost inspections
Educational web content
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Positive customer service reviews
Educational web content
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:
The team at Today's Homeowner has narrowed down the top pest control companies to help you find the right provider for you. We assessed costs, state availability, customer reviews, contracts, pest control treatments offered, and more.
Here’s how the top providers 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, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix treats many types of pests in Great Neck, and if you’re not completely satisfied with the service you receive 30 days after treatment, you can get a refund. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections for guaranteed results.
With more than 100 years of experience, Orkin is one of the largest pest control companies in the country. It has great customer reviews and well-trained pest control specialists who all complete 160 hours of training.
Pests Orkin helps with includes ticks, hornets, scorpions, rats, crickets, bees, bed bugs, wasps, flies, cockroaches, and more. Once the first treatment, your Orkin exterminator will follow up to check that the pests haven’t come back. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners get rid of common pests for over 90 years. Rentokil is the parent company of several North American pest control providers such as J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator, which can provide tailored services.
Rentokil and its partners control for the following pests: bees, crickets, spiders, moths, bed bugs, wasps, flies, ants, cockroaches, and mosquitoes. Its services consist of preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Not all pest control companies are the equal in reputation, experience, and proficiency. Evaluating providers helps you identify the right choice for your pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a pest control professional:
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 thoroughly describe on their website its area of expertise.
Look for pest control companies that employ technicians with certifications in pest control methods from qualified industry groups, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to state licensing. Having the proper credentials shows that the technicians have received adequate training. Also ask about regular training updates.
We highly recommend reading customer reviews prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and similar sites will show whether a company consistently provides quality service and a good customer experience. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of continuing education technicians receive to stay current on the latest pest control techniques and treatment methods. When you choose a professional from our list of Great Neck'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 companies that promote “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. Keep in mind that natural options may be less effective for serious infestations. If you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need stronger traditional methods. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. The guarantees mean the company will make another visit and re-treat at no cost if your home still has pests after the initial visit. One-time treatments don't typically include reservice guarantees.
After picking your top pest management services, reach out to each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control providers using these questions. This will help you hire the most qualified provider to safely and successfully eliminate your pest problem at a fair price.
Which pests you see depends on where you live. In Great Neck, there are a few different ones that residents have to deal with. For an idea of the most prevalent pests in the city, we reviewed the pests talked about in around 10 million posts on various social media sites.
Our top picks for pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They're well-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 house once every quarter or every two to three months. Getting your property sprayed regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
The key to finding the best pest control company for you is to contact multiple companies and get quotes from them. You should also make sure to read reviews to check their reputation and customer satisfaction.
There are some pests you can get rid of yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue wasp, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some cases warrant calling the professionals. If you have a big infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company, especially if you have young children.
In a town like Great Neck, where the cost of living is really high compared to other cities, the cost of pest control is most likely a concern. The cost of pest control depends on several factors, such as what type of pests are troubling you and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, but a quarterly treatment plan is generally cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
If you already have a serious 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 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.
