Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Pests can be a headache, especially in a place like Brookhaven, which is known for its hot summers. Without a pest control treatment plan in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
Pest control is a serious matter. That’s why the team at Today's Homeowner has done the work and ranked the best pest control companies in Brookhaven for you. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
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Reviews praise customer service
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Proactive solutions for pest control
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspections
Commitment to customer education
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Commitment to customer education
Positive customer service reviews
Reliable exterminators
Free inspection policy
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Consistently high customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Consistently high customer service reviews
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Consistently high customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Preventative pest control services
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
No-cost inspections
Positive customer service reviews
Services Offered
Educational web content
Transparent pricing
No-cost inspections
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Free inspections
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:
Today's Homeowner has narrowed down the top pest control companies so you can find the best provider for you. We considered customer reviews, pest control treatments offered, contracts, state availability, costs, and more.
Here’s how we ranked them:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses stay pest-free for over 90 years. Terminix has received multiple awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix helps with dozens of pests in Brookhaven, and it guarantees that your pest problems will be solved. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified pest control expert will assess your situation and outline a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Because of its large network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin takes care of many common pests, including ants, spiders, silverfish, and cockroaches. Each scheduled service comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If initial treatments are ineffective, your exterminator will come back for another visit.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners and business owners get rid of common pests for over 90 years. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of several regional pest control branches like J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
It exterminates 36 of the most common pests including mice, rats, flies, moths, cockroaches, bed bugs, spiders, and more. After the initial inspection of your property, a technician will service your property every four months.
Not all pest control services are identical when it comes to reputation, knowledge, and competence. It's important to do your research to determine the ideal option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when selecting 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 bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should thoroughly describe on their website its area of expertise.
The ideal pest management provider 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 indicate that the technicians have received proper training. You'll also want to ask 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 look for complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Ask about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on the latest pest control methods and treatments. When you choose a provider from our list of the top pest control in Brookhaven, you can feel confident knowing that 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” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. However, natural options may be less effective for serious infestations. If you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need stronger traditional methods. No matter your approach to pest control, all 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 your home still has pests following the initial treatment. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
After picking your top exterminators, call each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to select the best provider to effectively manage your pest situation at a fair price.
Brookhaven is home to several pests, from insects to wildlife. To help you identify the most commonly seen pests, we studied posts on social media and created a list of the ones mentioned the most.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're respected in the industry and cover all common pests.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every quarter. Getting your property sprayed regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
There are some pests you can control yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue wasp, chances are you can get rid of it on your own. But some cases warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have a large infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Brookhaven homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several companies for a quote.
If you already have a serious pest infestation, you should get pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’d just like preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come 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.
