Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
With an average high of 65 degrees in St. George, there’s a big variety of pests in the area that can cause headaches for those who live there. Without a pest control regimen in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
There are plenty of exterminators to choose from, which makes finding the best one for you difficult. For that reason, we’ve put together a guide on the best pest control companies in St. George. 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:
When ranking these pest control providers, we took into consideration factors including industry experience, coverage, customer service, types of pest control treatments offered, and more.
This is how we ranked them:
Terminix has several hundred branches in over 22 countries and has been in business for almost 100 years. With this experience, it’s easy to see why Terminix is one of the top companies in the country.
Terminix is most widely known for its specialty termite services, but they exterminate much more than that. Their other services include: cockroaches, ticks, rodents, spiders, ants, mosquitoes, and wildlife control including opossums, skunks, raccoons, squirrels, and more. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified technician will take a look at your situation and give you a suitable control plan.
Orkin Pest Control is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the oldest pest control companies with a expansive network of branches. It has great consumer reviews and professional exterminators who all complete 160 hours of training.
Orkin handles many common pests, such as cockroaches, silverfish, spiders, and ants. Orkin’s most common pest control plan is also quarterly, meaning your home will be treated several times during the year.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners and business owners exterminate common pests for over 90 years. Rentokil is the parent company of top North American pest control providers such as Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich, which can provide individual services.
Rentokil and its partners control for the following pests: ants, mosquitoes, crickets, cockroaches, wasps, bees, flies, moths, bed bugs, and spiders. Depending on where you live, Rentokil may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Not all pest control companies are the identical in credibility, skill set, and proficiency. Evaluating services helps you identify the right choice for your pest issue. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a pest control professional:
Look for a pest control company that has extensive experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly lay out its area of expertise.
When selecting a pest control company, look for technicians that have the proper state licensing and are certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Possessing these credentials indicates that the technicians have adequate training. Question the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
We suggest looking at customer reviews before scheduling a pest control appointment. Google, Yelp, and other review sites will show whether a company consistently provides quality service and has happy customers. Also check the Better Business Bureau website for any complaints that have been filed. Ask about the kind of ongoing education technicians receive to stay current on the latest pest control techniques and treatment methods. When you select a company from our list of the top pest control in St. George, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer natural pest control methods, look for providers that advertise “green” accreditation. For larger pests like mice or snakes, ask if a provider offers humane trapping and relocation. Bear in mind natural options may not work as well for major infestations. If you have a substantial pest problem, you may need stronger traditional treatments. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reliable pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. These guarantees mean the company will come back and re-treat your home for free if there are still pests after the first treatment. One-time services may not include reservice guarantees.
Once you have found your top exterminators, contact each one to ask these questions:
Carefully review potential pest control providers using these questions. This will help you select the best provider to safely and effectively resolve your pest problem at a reasonable price.
St. George is home to several pests, from wildlife to insects. To help you prepare for the most common pests, we examined posts on social media and created a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, have locations all around the nation, and have been in the industry for a long time.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your home once every quarter. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see a few 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 big infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many St. George 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 companies for a quote.
We advise quarterly pest control treatments, or even bi-monthly if needed. For larger infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
