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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated February 2024
Living in a city like Wilmington has a lot of benefits, but it also comes hand in hand with some downsides, such as dealing with pests. Without a pest control treatment plan in place, the chance of recurring infestation is high.
We take pest control seriously. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the research and put together this list of the top pest control companies in Wilmington for you. Read on to discover the top companies near you.
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Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Educational web content
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Transparent pricing
Reviews praise customer service
Free inspection policy
Commitment to customer education
Services Offered
Free inspections
Transparent pricing
Commitment to customer education
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
Free inspections
Consistently high customer service reviews
Commitment to customer education
Transparent pricing
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Proactive approach to pest control
Transparent pricing
Free inspections
Consistently high customer service reviews
Educational web content
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Offerings of preventative treatments
Reviews praise customer service
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Commitment to customer education
No-cost inspections
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free inspections
Educational web content
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Services Offered
Commitment to customer education
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
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 has narrowed down the top pest control companies so you can find the best provider for you. We assessed state availability, pest control treatments offered, costs, contracts, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how the top providers ranked:
Terminix is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries around the globe. It has also been in the industry for nearly 100 years. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Angie's List Super Service Award 2017, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and NCPMA’s Technician of the Year.
Terminix treats many types of pests in Wilmington, and it guarantees that your pest problems will be solved. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
Founded in 1901 by a rat poison salesman named Otto, the Orkin brand has grown to be one of the most reputable in the pest control industry. Due to its large network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Orkin deals with many common pests, such as spiders, cockroaches, ants, and silverfish. Orkin’s most common pest control service is also quarterly, meaning your home will be treated several times over the course of a year.
Rentokil, a business service group, is the world's largest and most widely recognized pest control company, which is comprised of hundreds of brands worldwide. The global brand owns the North American pest control companies J.C. Ehrlich, Presto-X, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil offers integrated pest management (IPM) services, which means your pest control specialist will focus on both eliminating current pests and preventing future infestations. Its services cover preventative maintenance, treatment, and monitoring for pest infestations.
Not all pest control services are the same when it comes to reputation, proficiency, and effectiveness. It's important to do your research to determine the best option for your specific pest problem. Focus on these key factors when selecting a pest control provider:
Look for a pest control company that has experience handling the type of pest you have, whether it’s bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should be able to explain their approach for treating your type of pest.
The ideal pest control company 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 show that the technicians have completed proper training. You'll also want to question each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Look through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to scheduling a pest control appointment. Ensure by reading reviews that the company reliably provides effective service and a positive customer experience. Also check for any Better Business Bureau complaints that have been filed. Ask whether technicians receive continuing regular education on the latest and most innovative pest control treatments. When you select a provider from our list of the top pest control in Wilmington, you can feel confident knowing that you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Homeowners who want natural, eco-friendly pest control should look for providers that specialize in “green” certified solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. 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, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) must be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control provides typically offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the provider will return and re-treat your home at no cost until the infestation is taken care of. One-time treatments may not have reservice guarantees.
Once you have determined your top pest control providers, reach out to each one with these questions:
Take the time to thoroughly evaluate pest control companies using these questions. This will enable you to hire the right provider to effectively control your pest situation at a fair price.
Many kinds of pests find their way into Wilmington residences. Some are relatively harmless, but others can damage your home and carry diseases. All of them can give homeowners anxiety. To give you an idea of the most widespread pests in the city, we examined the pests mentioned in around 10 million posts on various social media sites.
The best pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They can treat all common pests, service locations all around the country, and have been in business for a long time.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is getting a pest control company to come to your home once every quarter or every two to three months. Getting your property sprayed regularly will stop insects and animals from returning.
There are some pests you can handle 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 infestations 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.
Many Wilmington 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 figure out exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several companies for an estimate.
If you already have a serious 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 home is in the spring before nest and colony numbers get too high when it's warmer. But it’s never too late for pest control. You can still spray in the summer or in other seasons and see effective results.