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, homeowners in Penn Hills often encounter a decent amount of pests in their home. If the issue isn’t solved quickly, you could end up with a bad infestation. This is why taking action as soon as you see the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the work and put together this list of the top pest control companies in Penn Hills for you. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
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Free inspections
Reviews praise customer service
Transparent pricing
Commitment to customer education
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Consistently high customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Educational web content
Reviews praise customer service
Free inspections
Timeliness of service
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Lack of hidden fees
Consistently high customer service reviews
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Transparent pricing
Reviews praise customer service
Services Offered
Positive customer service reviews
Free inspections
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
No-cost inspections
Commitment to customer education
Lack of hidden fees
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:
The Today's Homeowner team narrowed down the top pest control providers by considering factors like coverage, types of pest control treatments offered, customer satisfaction, industry experience, and more.
Here’s how the top companies ranked:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of pest control industry experience. Terminix has received multiple 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 provides both one-time extermination services and routine pest control. Additionally, every contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. Due to its vast network, Orkin can offer same-day or next-day service.
Orkin’s most common pest control service plan is its annual pest control contract. Orkin’s general pest control service is also quarterly, meaning your home will be treated several times during the year.
Rentokil is a respected name in pest control, with providers across the globe and close to a century of experience in the industry. The well-known brand owns the North American pest control providers Presto-X, J.C. Ehrlich, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil and its partners control for the following pests: moths, ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, bees, mosquitoes, flies, wasps, spiders, and crickets. After the initial inspection and treatment of your property, a technician will treat your property as often as your contract states.
Not all pest control companies are identical when it comes to reputation, knowledge, and capability. It's important to do your research to determine the most suitable option for your specific pest problem. Here are the key factors to consider when choosing a pest control professional:
It's best to choose a pest control company that is equipped to handle your specific problem, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should have clearly laid out its expertise with your specific pest.
The ideal exterminator 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 inquire with each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Before scheduling an appointment, spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to verify that the company has a proven track record of providing positive experiences and effective services. Also check for any complaints via 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 select a company from our list of Penn Hills' best pest control, 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 companies with “green” accreditation. For larger pests like mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers humane trapping and relocation. But keep in mind natural options may not work as well for major infestations. If you have a moderate to serious pest problem, you may need stronger traditional methods. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control companies usually offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will make another visit and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is eliminated. One-time treatments may not include reservice guarantees.
After selecting your top exterminators, call each one with questions such as these:
Carefully review potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you choose the best provider to safely and effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable price.
Many types of pests end up finding their way into Penn Hills houses. Some are relatively harmless, but others can damage your home and your health. All of them can give homeowners anxiety. To help you identify the most common pests, we reviewed posts on social media and made a list of the ones mentioned the most.
Our top picks for pest control companies in Penn Hills are Terminix and Orkin. They're well known 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 house once every quarter or every two to three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
For the most part, the chemicals used in pest control are safe. That being said, they need to be handled by a trained professional to make sure they’re used properly and safely. After your house has been sprayed, your exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain amount of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be as much as 24 hours.
Many Penn Hills 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 per visit. To find out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several providers for an estimate.
Spring is the best time for proactive pest control. This is because nests and colony numbers will get much higher as it gets warmer, so spraying in the spring can help prevent your home from getting too many pests later.
