Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
College Place's common household pests are not only a pain, many can also damage your property, harm you and spread disease. Setting up routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests later on.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the team at Today's Homeowner has done the research and put together this list of the top pest control companies in College Place for you. 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:
Today's Homeowner’s experts narrowed down the top pest control providers by comparing state availability, costs, customer reviews, and more.
This is how the top companies in College Place ranked:
Terminix’s headquarters are in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries around the globe. It has also been in the industry for about 100 years. It utilizes the latest innovations in pest control to rid your home of insects and unwanted wildlife anywhere you see them.
Terminix offers both one-time extermination services and seasonal pest control. In addition, every contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. Terminix’s typical pest regimen includes a home inspection and preliminary treatment, followed by three seasonal treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. Its pest control specialists need to complete 160 hours of training. In addition, due to its big network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Orkin will send a pest control expert to inspect your property to identify problem pests and areas and draw up a suitable treatment plan. Orkin’s typical pest control plan is also quarterly, so your home will be treated several times over the course of a year.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners remove common pests for over 90 years. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control companies in North America. These include J.C. Ehrlich, Western Exterminator, and Presto-X.
Rentokil can help you with the common pests in College Place, including bed bugs, ants, crickets, mosquitoes, bees, wasps, flies, cockroaches, moths, and spiders. Its services consist of preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Not all pest control providers are the identical in reputation, qualifications, and capability. Vetting services helps you identify the right choice for your pest issue. Here are the key factors to consider when selecting a pest control company:
It's recommended to look for a pest control company that focuses their business on the pest you have, like termites, bed bugs, roaches, or rodents. The company should explain their process for treating your type of pest.
Look for pest control companies that employ technicians with certifications in pest control methods from qualified industry groups, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to state licensing. Holding the proper credentials indicates that the technicians have received adequate training. You'll also want to ask about continuing education opportunities.
Before booking an appointment, spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to see which providers have a proven track record of providing effective service and positive customer experiences. Also look for complaints via the Better Business Bureau. Inquire about ongoing training at the company as well as how its technicians stay up to date on the latest pest control methods and treatments. When you select a professional from our list of College Place's best pest control, 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 offering “green” accreditation. For bigger animals such as 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 considerable pest problem, you may need stronger traditional treatments. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control providers usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The guarantees mean that a provider will come back to re-treat your home free of charge if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice warranties.
Once you have compiled a list of a few top-rated pest management providers, reach out to each one and be prepared to ask these types of questions:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control providers using these questions. This will help you hire the right provider to safely and successfully resolve your pest problem at a fair price.
It's important to be aware of the pests you might come across in College Place. We analyzed around 10 million social media conversations to uncover the most common pests infesting local homes.
Our top picks for pest control companies in College Place are Terminix and Orkin. They're highly regarded 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 home once every two or three months. Spraying your property regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
For the most part, pest control chemicals are safe. Even so, they have to be handled by a trained exterminator to ensure they’re used safely. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain amount of time. This is generally 2 to 4 hours, but can be as much as 24 hours.
A pest control company gets rid of unwanted insects or animals that have infested a home. Pest control also consists of preventative measures taken to stop those pests from returning, which can happen at any point in College Place, but usually during the warm summers.
In a town like College Place, where the cost of living is above average compared to other cities, the cost of pest control may be a concern. The cost of pest control depends on several factors, including what kind of pests you have an issue with and how bad the infestation is. A single visit can cost between $300 and $500, but a quarterly treatment plan is typically cheaper — around $100 to $300 a visit.
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.
