Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
With hot, rainy summers, it’s no wonder those living in Sandy experience a lot of pest problems. Homeowners who have a routine pest control plan in place can avoid encounters with these unwelcome tenants. Fortunately, pest control companies can help you with this issue.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has researched and ranked the best pest control companies in Sandy for you. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
Lack of hidden fees
Commitment to customer education
Proactive approach to pest control
Free inspection policy
Positive customer service reviews
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Transparent pricing
Consistently high customer service reviews
Commitment to customer education
Free inspections
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Positive customer service reviews
Free inspection policy
Commitment to customer education
Services Offered
Free inspection policy
Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Free inspection policy
Offerings of preventative treatments
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Positive customer service reviews
Educational web content
No-cost inspections
Lack of hidden fees
Services Offered
Services Offered
Commitment to customer education
Consistently high customer service reviews
No-cost inspections
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Services Offered
Helpful homeowner content on its website
No-cost inspections
Positive customer service reviews
Transparent pricing
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 best pest control companies so you can find the right provider for you. We analyzed contracts, pest control treatments offered, customer reviews, costs, state availability, and more.
This is how we ranked them:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of experience in the pest control industry. With the amount of experience the company has, you can see why Terminix is one of the top companies in the country.
Terminix’s specialty termite services are their most widely known service, but they take care of much more than just that. Their other services include: mosquitoes, spiders, ticks, cockroaches, ants, rodents, and wildlife control such as squirrels, skunks, raccoons, opossums, and more. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified technician will assess your situation and detail a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a large network of branches. It has great consumer reviews and qualified exterminators who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin will send a pest control expert to inspect your property to identify problem pests and areas and develop treatment plan. Each scheduled service comes with a 30-day guarantee. If your pest problem isn't handled, your pest control specialist will come back for another visit.
Rentokil is a well-known name in pest control, with branches across the world and nearly a century of experience in the industry. This large service group is the parent company of several top regional pest control companies in North America. These include Western Exterminator, Presto-X, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners take care of the following pests: bed bugs, spiders, bees, mosquitoes, moths, wasps, cockroaches, flies, ants, and crickets. Its services cover preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Not all pest control providers are equal when it comes to credibility, expertise, and capability. It's important to do your research to determine the most suitable option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when selecting a pest control professional:
Look for a pest control company that primarily handles the pest you have, like rodents, roaches, bed bugs, or termites. The company should describe how they go about treating your type of pest.
When choosing a pest control provider, look for technicians that hold certifications from respected industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to proper state licensing. These credentials indicate that the technicians have completed adequate training. Also ask about continuing education policies and total training hours.
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 a positive customer experience. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive consistent education on the most cutting-edge pest control treatments. When you choose a professional from our list of the top pest control in Sandy, 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 companies that promote “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. 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 stronger traditional methods. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control providers usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The guarantees mean that a company will make another visit to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the initial treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice guarantees.
After choosing your top pest management services, call each one with questions such as these:
Review potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will enable you to choose the right provider to effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
You should know which pests you could encounter in Sandy. We compiled a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing which pests were often mentioned on social media.
The best pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They can treat all common pests, have many locations, and have been in the industry for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and having a professional spray your property routinely is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your house.
A pest control company exterminates unwanted insects or animals that have infested a home. Pest control also consists of preventative measures taken to help stop those pests from returning, which can happen at any point in Sandy, but usually during the warm summers.
Many Sandy homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally 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 companies for an estimate.
We advise quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly if needed. For larger infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
