Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
No matter where you call home, pests are uninvited little creatures that can damage your home and cause you a lot of anxiety. Setting up routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests in the future.
There are many great exterminator options, so the team at Today's Homeowner has researched some of the top pest control companies in Fargo to help you make the right choice. Keep reading 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:
The Today's Homeowner team narrowed down the top pest control providers by considering factors like types of pest control treatments offered, customer satisfaction, coverage, industry experience, and more.
Here’s how Fargo’s top providers ranked:
Terminix is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, but it has branches in 45 states and several countries globally. It has also been in the industry for about 100 years. With this experience, you can see why Terminix is one of the top companies in the country.
Terminix’s specialty termite services are their most widely known service, but they deal with much more than that. Their other services include: spiders, cockroaches, ticks, ants, rodents, mosquitoes, and wildlife control including opossums, squirrels, skunks, raccoons, and more. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
If you need fast pest control service in Fargo, consider Orkin. Since 1901, Orkin has grown to be one of the largest pest control companies in the country. Because of its large network, Orkin can provide next-day, or sometimes even same-day, service.
Pests Orkin helps with includes cockroaches, earwigs, bees, rats, fleas, ticks, crickets, hornets, spiders, centipedes, and more. Orkin’s typical pest control service is also seasonal, so your home will be treated several times over the course of a year.
Rentokil is a service group with over 90 years of experience. The company provides professional pest control solutions all around the world. In North America, Rentokil is the parent company of quite a few local pest control branches like Presto-X, J.C. Ehrlich, and Western Exterminator.
Rentokil can protect your home from the common pests in Fargo, including spiders, bees, mosquitoes, moths, flies, cockroaches, crickets, ants, wasps, and bed bugs. The company guarantees satisfaction with its treatments. If you still have pests after service, Rentokil will make as many visits as needed to resolve the issue.
Pest control businesses aren't all identical when it comes to credibility, qualifications, and effectiveness. It’s important to research businesses to find the right one for your specific situation. Here are the key factors to consider when hiring 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 exterminator will employ technicians that have state licenses and are certified in pest control methods by associations like the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). These credentials demonstrate that the technicians have finished proper training. You'll also want to ask each company about regular education updates for their employees.
Look through reviews on Google, Yelp, and similar sites prior to booking a pest control appointment. Verify for yourself 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 choose a professional from our list of Fargo's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
If you prefer more eco-friendly and natural pest control solutions, look for providers that have "green" certifications. If you’re dealing with larger pests, such as mice or other rodents coming inside, you can also inquire about humane catch and release. Bear in mind that natural pest control options may be less effective; consider the traditional route for a more serious infestation. Whether you choose eco-friendly or traditional options, all pesticides that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Reputable pest control providers usually offer service warranties for continuing plans. The warranties mean that a company will come back to re-treat your home at no cost if pests remain after the first treatment. One-off treatments might not include these reservice guarantees.
After choosing your top exterminators, reach out to each one with questions such as these:
Take the time to thoroughly analyze pest control providers using these questions. This will help you choose the best provider to safely and successfully resolve your pest problem at a fair price.
Pests vary by location. In Fargo, there are several that residents may deal with. We generated a list of the most common pests in the city by analyzing which pests were frequently posted about on social media sites.
The top pest control companies are Terminix and Orkin. They help with all common pests, service locations all around the nation, and have been in the industry for a long time.
Hiring a pest control company and getting a professional to spray your property once every quarter is the best way to prevent future pest infestations. This deters insects and other wildlife from coming inside your house.
Pest control chemicals are safe but have to be handled by a professional. If you have any questions about the safety of the chemicals — such as if they're safe around young children and pets — and how long you should stay out of your house after using them, you can ask the exterminator. Generally, you should stay away from your home for two to four hours after spraying.
Many Fargo homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control generally costs $40 to $70 a 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.
For apartments and homes, quarterly pest control treatments are recommended. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may have to get monthly treatments for a few months until the issue is resolved.
