Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
If you have a pest infestation in your North Lynnwood home, a professional pest control company can help. Without a pest control routine in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
There are many great exterminator options, so the team at Today's Homeowner has researched some of the top pest control companies in North Lynnwood to help you make the right choice. 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:
Today's Homeowner identified the top pest control companies by comparing costs, state availability, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how we ranked them:
Founded in 1927, Terminix has almost 100 years of pest control industry experience. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Pest Control Technology Magazine’s Top 100 Pest Control Companies, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix has both one-time extermination services and routine pest control. Plus, every contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. Terminix will inspect your home for free. A qualified technician will take a look at your situation and detail a suitable control plan.
With more than 100 years of experience, Orkin is one of the most reputable pest control companies in the country. Due to its large network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin will send a pest control expert to inspect your property to identify problem pests and areas and develop treatment plan. Orkin’s typical pest control service plan is also quarterly, so your home will be treated several times during the year.
Rentokil is a well-known name in pest control, with providers across the world and close to a century of experience in the industry. The large brand owns the North American pest control providers Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X.
Rentokil can help you with the common pests in North Lynnwood, including bed bugs, mosquitoes, cockroaches, spiders, flies, moths, ants, wasps, crickets, and bees. Depending on where you live, the pest control company may cover wildlife like rodents, snakes, and birds.
Not all pest control companies are identical when it comes to credibility, proficiency, and competence. It's important to do your research to determine the right option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that can address the type of pest you have, whether it’s rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should be able to explain their approach for treating your type of pest.
The ideal pest management provider will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by organizations like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials demonstrate that the technicians have received proper training. You'll also want to question each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Read online reviews on Google and Yelp before scheduling a pest control appointment. This can help you confirm whether the company consistently provides quality service and positive experiences. Also check the Better Business Bureau for any complaints. Ask the provider whether technicians receive consistent training to stay current on the latest pest control methods. When you select a company from our list of North Lynnwood's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer more natural, eco-friendly pest control solutions, look for providers that have "green" accreditations. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or raccoons nesting in trees, you can also ask about humane catch and release. Bear in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective. You may need to consider the traditional route for a more serious infestation. No matter your approach to pest control, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control providers typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. The guarantees mean the provider will come back and re-treat at no cost if your home still has pests after the initial treatment. One-time treatments don't typically include reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest management companies, reach out to each one to ask these questions:
Take the time to thoroughly assess pest control providers using these questions. This will help you select the right provider to safely and successfully eliminate your pest problem at a fair price.
Pests vary by location. In North Lynnwood, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. Our experts analyzed around 10 million posts on social media to identify the pests that cause the most trouble in the area.
The top pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They help with all common pests, have locations all around the nation, and have been in business for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your house once every quarter. Getting your property sprayed regularly will stop insects and other wildlife from coming back.
There are some pests you can get rid of yourself. For example, if you see some ants or a rogue spider, 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 aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
In a town like North Lynnwood, where the cost of living is noticeably high compared to other cities, the cost of pest control is most likely a concern. The cost of pest control depends on several factors, such as what type 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 recommend quarterly pest control, or even bi-monthly if you'd like more protection. For larger infestations, your exterminator may recommend monthly treatments for the first three to six months.
