Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
If you reside in a city that has hot summers like Skiatook, it’s likely you experience a decent amount of pests, like ants and wasps. Homeowners 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 issue.
There are many exterminators to choose from, which can make hard for homeowners to know which is best for them. That’s why we've reviewed plenty of options to find the best pest control companies in Skiatook. 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 down the top pest control providers by comparing factors like customer satisfaction, types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, industry experience, and more.
This is how the top pest control companies ranked in Skiatook:
Terminix is one of the biggest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with many branches across the United States and 22 other countries. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Pest Control Technology Magazine’s Top 100 Pest Control Companies, Watauga County Best of the Best, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix can help you with all kinds of pest issues for residential and commercial customers. These include spiders, opossums, raccoons, termites, ants, roaches, and rodents. In addition to pest control, Terminix has other services, like home disinfection services, attic insulation, moisture control, and mechanical exclusion.
With more than 100 years of experience, Orkin is one of the largest pest control companies in the country. Its pest control specialists have to complete 160 hours of training. Additionally, because of its large network, it can often offer next-day — or even same-day — visits.
Pests Orkin deals with includes carpenter ants, hornets, bed bugs, spiders, cockroaches, earwigs, flies, scorpions, termites, centipedes, and more. Each contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. If initial treatments are ineffective, your exterminator will come back for another visit.
Rentokil, a business service group, is the world's largest and most widely recognized pest control company, representing hundreds of brands worldwide. Rentokil is the parent company of top North American pest control providers including Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich, which can provide individual services.
Rentokil and its partners handle the following pests: wasps, ants, crickets, moths, cockroaches, bees, flies, bed bugs, mosquitoes, and spiders. The company has a satisfaction guarantee for its treatments. If you still have pests after service, Rentokil will visit again until the issue is resolved.
Not all pest control services are the same in credibility, background, and capability. Evaluating businesses helps you identify the right choice for your pest situation. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control professional:
Choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly describe on their website its expertise with your specific pest.
When choosing a pest control provider, look for technicians that are licensed by the state and certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Possessing these credentials indicates that a technician has adequate training. Ask the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
Peruse reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to booking a pest control appointment. Verify for yourself that the company reliably provides effective service and receives positive customer feedback. Also check the Better Business Bureau website for any complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive consistent education on the most cutting-edge pest control treatments. When you select a professional from our list of Skiatook'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 providers that specialize in “green” certified solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or other burrowing rodents. 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 more potent chemical treatments. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control professionals usually offer service guarantees for continuing plans. The guarantees mean that a provider will make another visit to re-treat your home free of charge if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments may not include these reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest control providers, reach out to each one with these questions:
Assess potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will allow you to select the best provider to effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
There are various kinds of pests in Skiatook, ranging from harmless bothers to disease-carrying insects. We analyzed around 10 million social media conversations to identify the pests that were causing the most trouble for residents.
Our top picks for pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They're 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 home once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. Even so, they have to be handled by a trained exterminator to ensure they’re used safely. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain period of time. This is generally 2 to 4 hours, but can be a maximum of 24 hours.
Many Skiatook homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several providers for a quote.
Spring is the best time for preventative pest control. This is because nests and colony numbers will grow much larger when it's hotter, so pest control in the spring can help prevent your home from getting too many pests later.
