Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Amelia’s ample rainfall and warm summers mean residents experience a variety of pest problems, including rats and ants. Homeowners and apartment dwellers who have a preventative pest control plan in place can avoid encounters with these unwanted guests. Luckily, pest control companies can help you with this.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has researched some of the top pest control companies in Amelia to help you make the right decision. 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:
When ranking these pest control companies, we took into consideration several factors such as types of pest control treatments offered, industry experience, customer service, coverage, and more.
This is how we ranked the top pest control companies in Amelia:
Terminix is one of the largest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with branches across the United States and 22 other countries. With this breadth of experience, you can see why Terminix is a top choice for many homeowners.
Terminix is widely known for its specialty termite services, but they take care of much more than that. Their other services include: ticks, spiders, ants, cockroaches, mosquitoes, rodents, and wildlife control such as squirrels, opossums, raccoons, skunks, and more. In addition to pest control, Terminix provides services, like mechanical exclusion, home disinfection services, attic insulation, and moisture control.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. Its pest control specialists need to undergo 160 hours of training. Additionally, due to its big network, it can usually provide next-day — or even same-day — service.
Pests Orkin handles includes wasps, spiders, scorpions, cockroaches, hornets, fleas, yellow jackets, moths, rats, crickets, and more. After the first visit, your technician will follow up regularly to make sure that the pests have not returned. If they have, your local technicians can help
Rentokil, a service group, is the world's largest and most widely recognized pest control company, which is made up of hundreds of brands worldwide. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several regional pest control branches like J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil handles the common pests in Amelia, including moths, bees, cockroaches, crickets, spiders, mosquitoes, flies, bed bugs, ants, and wasps. Rentokil’s services consist of preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Pest control businesses vary in reputation, proficiency, and skill. It's important to research companies to find the right fit for your pest problem. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control professional:
It's best to choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should clearly describe on their website its expertise with your specific pest.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians with certifications in pest control methods from respected industry associations, like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), on top of proper state licensing. These credentials show that the technicians have completed proper training. Also inquire about required training hours and continuing education.
We highly recommend looking at customer reviews prior to 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 for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of continuing education technicians receive to stay current on best pest control practices. When you select a company from our list of Amelia's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer more eco-friendly and natural pest control solutions, look for companies that have "green" certifications. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or squirrels invading your attic, you can also inquire about humane catch and release. Bear in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective; consider a more traditional route for a more serious infestation. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control providers typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean the company will return and re-treat at no cost if you still have pests in your home after the initial visit. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have selected your top pest control providers, reach out to each one and ask questions such as:
Thoroughly evaluate potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you select the best provider to safely and effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable price.
A variety of pests end up finding their way into Amelia homes. Some are relatively harmless, but others can damage your home and your health. All of them can cause anxiety. To help you identify the most common pests, we examined online discussions and made a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control providers are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, service many locations, and have been in the industry for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property regularly is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your house.
A pest control company removes 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 Amelia, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Amelia homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several pest control companies for an estimate.
We advise 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.
