Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated June 2024
There’s a wide range of pests to look out for in Brookfield and, unfortunately, they will often end up inside your home. Without a pest control routine in place, the chance of severe infestation is high.
There are many great exterminator options, so the Today's Homeowner team has researched some of the best pest control companies in Brookfield 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:
When ranking these pest control providers, we compared factors such as customer service, industry experience, types of pest control treatments offered, coverage, and more.
This is how the top companies in Brookfield ranked:
Terminix has several hundred branches in more than 22 countries and has been in the pest control industry for over 90 years. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, Watauga County Best of the Best, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix can help you with all types of pest problems for residential and commercial customers. These include rodents, ants, roaches, termites, spiders, raccoons, and opossums. Terminix offers a free inspection. A qualified technician will assess your situation and outline a suitable control plan.
Orkin has been in the business for over 100 years. Its exterminators have to complete 160 hours of training. And, because of its large network, it can usually provide next-day — or even same-day — service.
Orkin takes care of many common pests, such as ants, cockroaches, spiders, and silverfish. After the initial treatment, your Orkin expert will follow up to make sure the pests haven’t come back. If they have, your local technicians can help.
Rentokil is a respected name in pest control, with branches across the world and almost a century of experience in the industry. This large service group is the parent company of several regional pest control providers in North America. These include Presto-X, J.C. Ehrlich, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil offers integrated pest management (IPM) services, focusing on both eliminating existing pests and preventing future infestations. Rentokil’s treatments are child- and pet-friendly.
Pest control businesses aren't all identical when it comes to credibility, understanding, and effectiveness. It’s important to research companies to find the right one for your specific circumstance. Here are the key factors to consider when hiring a pest control professional:
Look for a pest control company that is able to handle the type of pest you have, whether it’s bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should be able to provide an overview of how they treat your type of pest.
The ideal pest management provider will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by groups like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials indicate that the technicians have received proper training. You'll also want to inquire with each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Before booking an appointment, spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to see which providers have a reputation for providing positive experiences and effective services. Also check for any complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Ask about the ongoing training the company’s technicians receive to ensure they stay up to date on current pest control best practices. When you select a provider from our list of Brookfield's best pest control, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Search for companies with “green” certifications if you want more natural, eco-friendly pest control. You can also ask about humane trapping programs that don't harm pests like mice or squirrels. Keep in mind that more potent treatments might be a better option for significant infestations. Regardless of what methods you choose, all pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control providers typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean the company will come back and re-treat at no cost if you still have pests in your home after the initial treatment. One-time treatments don't typically include reservice guarantees.
Once you have identified a few top-rated pest management providers, talk to each one and be prepared to ask these types of questions:
Take the time to thoroughly analyze pest control providers using these questions. This will help you choose the most qualified provider to safely and successfully resolve your pest problem at a fair price.
Which pests you see depends on where you live. In Brookfield, there are a few different ones that residents may deal with. To help you identify the most problematic pests, we studied various social media sites and created a list of the ones mentioned the most.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They cover all common pests, have locations nationwide, and have been in business for decades.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property every quarter is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and animals from coming inside your house.
For the most part, pest control chemicals are safe. Even so, they need to be handled by a trained professional to ensure they’re used properly and safely. After your house has been sprayed, the exterminator will recommend staying out of your home for a certain period of time. This is generally 2 to 4 hours, but can be as much as 24 hours.
There are some pests you can get rid of yourself. For example, if you see a few ants or a stray cockroach, chances are you can take care of it on your own. But some pest infestations warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have an out-of-control infestation, you aren’t sure what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Brookfield homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 per visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 a visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend getting in touch with several companies for an estimate.
If you already have a serious pest infestation, you should seek pest control as soon as possible. However, if you just want preventative pest control, the best time of year to have a professional come spray your house is in the spring before 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 any other season and see effective results.
