Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 2024
Salisbury’s plentiful rainfall and warm summers mean residents experience a variety of pest issues, including bed bugs and wasps. If the problem isn’t solved quickly, you could end up with a serious infestation. This is why taking action the moment you notice the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
There are many great exterminator options, so the team at Today's Homeowner has researched some of the top pest control companies in Salisbury to help you make the right decision. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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Educational web content
Free inspection policy
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Positive customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Helpful homeowner content on its website
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No-cost inspections
Lack of hidden fees
Consistently high customer service reviews
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Helpful homeowner content on its website
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
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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:
The Today's Homeowner team narrowed down the top pest control companies by comparing factors like customer satisfaction, types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, industry experience, and more.
Here’s how Salisbury’s top companies ranked:
Terminix ranks in the top four pest control companies in the world, and it has been helping homeowners and businesses with their pest problems for over 90 years. The company offers state-of-the-art pest control treatments that are safe for you and your family.
Terminix handles all kinds of pest problems for residential and commercial customers. These include opossums, rodents, roaches, termites, ants, raccoons, and spiders. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified technician will take a look at your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
If you need quick pest control service in Salisbury, consider Orkin. Since 1901, Orkin has become one of the largest pest control companies in the country. Its pest control specialists must complete 160 hours of training. In addition, because of its large network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — visits.
Orkin deals with many common pests, such as cockroaches, ants, silverfish, and spiders. Orkin can set up regular follow-up visits. Also, if you end up with recurrent problems or any other urgent pest control needs, you can contact Orkin’s customer service.
Rentokil is a respected name in pest control, with providers across the world and close to a century of experience in the industry. The brand owns the North American pest control companies Presto-X, J.C. Ehrlich, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil handles the common pests in Salisbury, including ants, wasps, bees, mosquitoes, moths, spiders, cockroaches, crickets, bed bugs, and flies. Its services consist of preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Not all pest control providers are identical when it comes to credibility, expertise, and effectiveness. It's important to do your research to determine the right option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that has experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
When choosing a pest control provider, 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. Solid credentials show that the technicians have completed proper training. Also inquire about required training hours and continuing education.
Read through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites before booking a pest control appointment. Ensure by reading reviews 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 ongoing education on the latest and most innovative pest control treatments. When you select a provider from our list of the top pest control in Salisbury, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” certifications if you want more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about gentle catch and release methods for larger animals like mice or squirrels. Keep in mind that more potent treatments might be a better option for significant infestations. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control provides typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. This means that if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will come back and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is handled. One-time treatments might not include reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified a few top contending pest control companies, talk to each one and be prepared to ask these types of questions:
Analyze potential pest control companies using these questions. This will help you choose the right provider to safely and effectively eliminate your pest problem at a reasonable price.
You should know which pests you might encounter as a resident of Salisbury. We generated a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing which pests were frequently mentioned on social media.
The top pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They cover all common pests, service locations all around the country, 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 other wildlife from returning.
Pest control chemicals are safe but need to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions or concerns about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around children and pets — and how long you need to stay out of your house after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Generally, you should remain outside your home for two to four hours after spraying.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a stray cockroach, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some situations warrant calling the professionals. If you have a big infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Salisbury homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control typically costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several pest control companies for an estimate.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or bi-monthly pest control treatments are recommended. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may need to get monthly treatments for a few months until the issue is resolved.
