Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Like any other city, those living in St. Marys often encounter a decent amount of pests in their home. Arranging routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid encounters with these pests later on.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and made a list of some of the top pest control companies in St. Marys to help you make the right choice. 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:
We narrowed it down to these pest control companies by comparing contracts, customer reviews, pest control treatments offered, costs, state availability, and more.
Here’s how St. Marys’s top providers ranked:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies worldwide, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they take care of much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, ants, cockroaches, ticks, spiders, rodents, and wildlife control including skunks, opossums, raccoons, squirrels, and more. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified exterminator will assess your situation and detail a suitable control plan.
With more than 100 years of experience, Orkin is one of the most trustworthy pest control companies in the country. Its exterminators need to undergo 160 hours of training. Plus, because of its large network, it can often offer next-day — or even same-day — visits.
Orkin’s most popular pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. Orkin can set up regular follow-up visits. Also, if you end up with recurrent pest problems or any other immediate pest control needs, you can contact a customer service representative.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners and business owners exterminate common pests for over 90 years. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several local pest control branches like Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
It handles 36 of the most common pests such as spiders, bed bugs, moths, flies, rats, mice, cockroaches, and more. Depending on where you live, Rentokil and its partners may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Pest control providers aren't all identical when it comes to credibility, understanding, and competence. It’s important to research services to find the right one for your specific issue. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control company:
Look for a pest control company that has experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
When choosing a pest control company, look for technicians with certifications in pest control methods from respected industry associations, like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to proper state licensing. The right credentials indicate that the technicians have completed adequate training. Also ask about required training hours and continuing education.
We suggest looking at customer reviews prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and other review 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 the latest pest control techniques and treatment methods. When you choose an exterminator from our list of St. Marys' 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 offering “green” accreditation. For bigger animals such as mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers gentle catch and release programs. But keep in mind natural options may not work as well for significant infestations. If you have a substantial pest problem, you may need more potent traditional methods. No matter your approach to pest control, 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 come back and re-treat at no cost if you still have pests in your home following the initial visit. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
After selecting your top pest management services, contact each one and ask questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly review pest control companies using these questions. This will allow you to choose the right provider to effectively control your pest situation at a fair price.
It's important to know which pests you're bound to come across while living in St. Marys. To give you an idea of the most prevalent pests in the city, we analyzed the pests talked about in around 10 million posts on social media.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, service many locations, and have been in business for decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
Pest control chemicals are safe but have to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around children and pets — and how long you have to stay out of your home after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Generally, you should stay away from your home for two to four hours after spraying.
A pest control company exterminates unwanted insects or animals that have infested a property. Pest control also consists of preventative measures that stop said pests from returning, which can happen at any point in St. Marys, but usually during the warm summers.
In a town like St. Marys, where the cost of living is marginally low compared to other cities, the cost of pest control may be a concern. How much pest control costs depends on several factors, including what kind of pests you have an issue with and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, while 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 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 any other season and see effective results.
