Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
If you live in a place that has warm summers like Aberdeen, you probably experience a lot of pests, such as crickets and rodents. Homeowners who have a routine pest control plan in place can avoid encounters with these unwelcome tenants. Luckily, pest control companies can help you with this problem.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has researched some of the top pest control companies in Aberdeen to help you make the right decision. 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:
We've narrowed down the best pest control experts to help you find the best provider for you. We assessed pest control treatments offered, contracts, state availability, customer reviews, costs, and more.
Here’s how they ranked:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been assisting homeowners with staying pest-free for over 90 years. Terminix has received numerous awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix’s specialty is termites, but they deal with much more than that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, cockroaches, ants, ticks, rodents, spiders, and wildlife control including skunks, squirrels, raccoons, opossums, and more. Terminix’s general pest regimen includes a home inspection and initial treatment, followed by three seasonal treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the longest-running pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Its exterminators undergo 160 hours of training. In addition, due to its large network, it can usually offer next-day — or even same-day — service.
Pests Orkin helps with includes spiders, termites, centipedes, silverfish, fleas, mice, carpenter ants, bed bugs, crickets, ticks, and more. Orkin can schedule regular follow-up visits. Also, if you end up with recurrent problems or any other urgent pest control needs, you can contact Orkin’s customer service line.
Founded in 1925, Rentokil has close to a century’s worth of experience protecting residents from pests. The large brand owns the North American pest control companies Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: flies, ants, bed bugs, bees, spiders, mosquitoes, moths, cockroaches, crickets, and wasps. The company guarantees satisfaction with its treatments. If you still have pests after service, Rentokil will make as many visits as needed to resolve the issue.
Not all pest control providers are the same when it comes to reputation, knowledge, and effectiveness. It's important to do your research to determine the right option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when selecting a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that focuses their business on the pest you have, like termites, bed bugs, roaches, or rodents. The company should describe how they go about treating your type of pest.
The ideal pest control company 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 received proper training. You'll also want to question each company about regular education updates for their employees.
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 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 a company from our list of the top pest control in Aberdeen, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer natural pest control methods, look for providers offering “green” accreditation. For bigger animals such as mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers humane trapping and relocation. Bear in mind natural options may not work as well for major infestations. If you have a substantial pest problem, you may need more potent traditional solutions. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk are required to be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control companies typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean the company will return 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 choosing your top exterminators, contact each one and ask questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly review pest control providers using these questions. This will help you hire the best provider to safely and successfully get rid of your pest problem at a fair price.
Pests vary by location. In Aberdeen, there are several that residents have to deal with. To give you an idea of the most common pests in the city, we studied the pests mentioned in around 10 million posts on social media.
The best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They cover all common pests, service locations all around the country, and have been in business for a long time.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property routinely is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and other wildlife from coming inside your house.
For the most part, pest control chemicals are safe. That being said, they have to be handled by a trained exterminator to make sure they’re used properly, which is especially important if you have young children. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain amount of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be up to 24 hours.
To find the best pest control company for you, the key is to take time to research your options thoroughly. We recommend getting quotes from multiple companies and reading reviews to help figure out which company is the best for you.
Many Aberdeen homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several pest control companies for a quote.
We recommend quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly in Aberdeen, where pests can be more common because of the heat. For more serious infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
