4 Qualities to Look For in a Pest Control Company

June 3, 2024

Bed bugs, ants, roaches, mosquitos, and rodents are nuisances that can be highly destructive. Fortunately, you can solve this problem by calling exterminators. According to IBISWorld, over 167,232 people worked in the American pest control industry as of 2023. Find the best professionals for your needs by checking for some top qualities any pest control company should have.

1. Punctuality

Once you discover you have an infestation, you don't want to wait a long time to get help. After all, it may be difficult for you to sleep comfortably with rodents or destructive insects running around your property. Therefore, you want a pest control company that’s punctual and shows up when they say they will. The sooner they come, the sooner they can get rid of the problem.

2. Safety

All extermination materials are not created equally. Some homeowners may prefer for exterminators to use more humane treatments like live traps. Others may be more concerned about the chemicals that a company uses. Luckily, a good pest control company can offer a range of extermination solutions and understand a homeowner’s concerns about the safety of their family and pets. If they’re transparent, they can even give you a list of the solutions and chemicals they use to ensure you're comfortable with them.

3. Thoroughness

The last thing you want is a pest control contractor who only does half the work they should. If they still leave behind nests, you won't be rid of the problem. The vermin will continue to multiply, and you'll be back at square one. The company should exterminate mature vermin and their eggs, find the nest(s) to destroy, and fill up any vulnerabilities in the infrastructure that allowed them to enter. In addition, being thorough can involve advice about how to prevent further infestations.

4. Effectiveness

Think about how effective a company's methods are. When you consult with a potential exterminator, ask them what solutions they use and review any issues related to effectiveness. If they use a treatment that hasn't been effective, you may want to find another company. After all, you don't want to pay for extermination and still have a high chance of all the infestations not being removed quickly.

The right local pest control company wants your home to be pest-free and will work hard to make that happen. Essential Pest Control has been in business since 1981 and has a top Better Business Bureau rating. If you suspect an infestation, call us ASAP for effective service.

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