Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Southold’s plentiful rainfall and hot summers mean residents experience a range of pest problems, including bed bugs and ants. Scheduling routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests later on.
There are many exterminators to choose from, which can make a challenge for you to know which is best for you. That’s why we've examined plenty of options to find the best pest control companies in Southold. Keep reading to discover the top providers near you.
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Lack of hidden fees
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Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Commitment to customer education
Proactive approach to pest control
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Reviews praise customer service
Educational web content
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Free inspection policy
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Preventative pest control services
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Consistently high customer service reviews
Helpful homeowner content on its website
No-cost inspections
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Commitment to customer education
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
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 identified the top pest control companies by comparing state availability, costs, customer reviews, and more.
This is how the top pest control companies ranked in Southold:
Terminix has several hundred branches in more than 22 countries and has been in business for about 100 years. It uses the latest pest control techniques to eliminate pests wherever they are.
Terminix helps with all kinds of pests in Southold, and if you aren’t completely satisfied with the service you receive 30 days after treatment, you can get a refund. In addition to pest control, Terminix offers services, like home disinfection services, moisture control, mechanical exclusion, and attic insulation.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Its exterminators must undergo 160 hours of training. Additionally, due to its large network, it can usually offer next-day — or even same-day — service.
Orkin’s typical pest control plan is its annual pest control contract. Once the initial 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 is a respected name in pest control, with branches across the world and nearly a century of experience in the industry. Rentokil is the parent company of several North American pest control providers including Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X, which can provide tailored services.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: moths, bees, wasps, spiders, cockroaches, ants, crickets, bed bugs, mosquitoes, and flies. Rentokil uses treatments that are safe for your pets and children.
Not all pest control providers are the identical in credibility, background, and proficiency. Evaluating services helps you identify the right choice for your pest issue. 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 termites, bed bugs, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
The ideal pest control company will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by groups like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials show that the technicians have completed proper training. You'll also want to question each company about ongoing education for their employees.
Before booking an appointment, spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to verify that the company has a reputation for providing positive experiences and effective services. Also check for any complaints with 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 choose an exterminator from our list of Southold'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” accreditation. For bigger animals such as mice or squirrels, ask if a provider offers gentle catch and release programs. But keep in mind natural options may not work as well for major infestations. If you have a considerable pest problem, you may need more potent traditional methods. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control provides typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the company will come back and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is handled. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified your top pest control providers, contact each one with these questions:
Carefully review potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you choose the best provider to safely and effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable price.
A variety of pests find their way into Southold homes. Some are relatively harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can cause anxiety. We reviewed around 10 million posts on social media to identify the pests that were causing the most trouble for residents.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They can treat all common pests, have locations all around the country, and have been in the industry for decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. However, they have to be handled by a trained professional to make sure they’re used properly. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain period of time. This is typically 2 to 4 hours, but can be as much as 24 hours.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a stray wasp, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some cases warrant calling the professionals. If you have a large infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
In a town like Southold, where the cost of living is really 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 kind of pests are infesting your home and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, while a quarterly treatment plan is generally cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
We recommend quarterly pest control treatments, or even bi-monthly if needed. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
