Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
The high amount of rainfall and warm summers in Maple Valley usually go hand and hand with a variety of pest problems, like mosquitos, mice, and ants. Without a pest control routine in place, the chance of severe infestation is high.
Pest control is an important matter. That’s why the team at Today's Homeowner has done the homework and ranked the best pest control companies in Maple Valley for you. Read on 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 considered several factors such as coverage, types of pest control treatments offered, industry experience, customer service, and more.
This is how the top pest control companies ranked in Maple Valley:
Terminix has 300 branches in more than 22 countries and has been in business for almost 100 years. Terminix has received multiple awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix offers both one-off extermination services and routine pest control. Plus, every contract comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Terminix’s typical pest regimen includes a home inspection and initial treatment, followed by three additional treatments over the course of a year.
Orkin Pest Control’s headquarters are 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 provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Pests Orkin deals with are centipedes, ticks, cockroaches, moths, flies, spiders, earwigs, scorpions, carpenter ants, hornets, and more. Once the initial treatment, your Orkin specialist will follow up to make sure the pests haven’t come back. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil has been helping homeowners and business owners exterminate common pests for over 90 years. The global brand owns the North American pest control providers Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners deal with the following pests: bed bugs, cockroaches, wasps, bees, mosquitoes, moths, flies, spiders, crickets, and ants. The company has a satisfaction guarantee for its treatments. If you still have pest problems after service, Rentokil will make as many visits as needed to resolve the issue.
Not all pest control services are equal when it comes to reputation, proficiency, and effectiveness. 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 hiring a pest control provider:
Choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's roaches, bed bugs, termites, rodents, or something else. The company should clearly describe on their website its expertise with your specific pest.
When choosing a pest control provider, look for technicians with certifications in pest control methods from respected industry associations, such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), in addition to proper state licensing. The right credentials indicate that the technicians have completed proper training. Also ask about continuing education policies and total training hours.
Before scheduling an appointment, browse online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to see which providers have a reputation for providing positive experiences and effective services. Also look for complaints via the Better Business Bureau. Ask about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on the latest pest control methods and treatments. When you select a provider from our list of the top pest control in Maple Valley, 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” certified solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. 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 more potent chemical treatments. No matter your approach to pest control, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control professionals typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. The guarantees mean the company will come back and re-treat for free if you still have pests in your home after the initial visit. One-time treatments don't typically include reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest management companies, reach out to each one with these questions:
Evaluate potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will enable you to pick a qualified provider to effectively take care of your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
A variety of pests find their way into Maple Valley houses. Some are just harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can give homeowners anxiety. For an idea of the most prevalent pests in the city, we reviewed the pests talked about in around 10 million posts on various social media sites.
The top pest control providers are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, have locations all around the nation, and have been in business for decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every quarter. Getting your property sprayed regularly will stop insects and other wildlife from coming back.
For the most part, pest control chemicals are safe. However, they need to be handled by a trained professional to make sure they’re used safely. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying away from your home for a certain period of time. This is usually 2 to 4 hours, but can be up to 24 hours.
Pest control involves exterminating unwanted bugs like bees, fleas, and other unwanted bugs or animals from your home. When you hire a pest control company, a professional will come and inspect your property. Then they will use various methods to remove the pests and stop them from returning, such as chemical or natural sprays, bait, and traps.
Many Maple Valley homeowners are concerned 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 figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several providers for an estimate.
If you already have a serious infestation, you should seek pest control as soon as possible. However, if you’re just interested in preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional spray your house is in the spring before nest and colony numbers get too high in the summer. But it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or in other seasons and see effective results.
