Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
Pests are never welcome in your home, whether they're termites, roaches, mice, or bed bugs. If the problem isn’t solved quickly, you could have an infestation on your hands. This is why acting the moment you see the pests, and also setting up routine pest control, is important.
There are many great exterminator options, so the team at Today's Homeowner has researched some of the best pest control companies in Oklahoma City to help you make the right choice. Read on to learn more about each exterminator.
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Transparent pricing
Consistently high customer service reviews
Commitment to customer education
Free inspections
Proactive solutions for pest control
Services Offered
Educational web content
Continuous highly praised customer service reports
Transparent pricing
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Consistently high customer service reviews
Educational web content
Proactive approach to pest control
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Positive customer service reviews
Lack of hidden fees
Commitment to customer education
Free inspection policy
Services Offered
Lack of hidden fees
Free inspections
Educational web content
Reviews praise customer service
Proactive solutions for pest control
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’s experts identified the top pest control companies by comparing costs, customer reviews, state availability, and more.
This is how they ranked:
Terminix is one of the largest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with many branches across the United States and 22 other countries. It utilizes the latest technology in pest control to get rid of pests no matter where they are.
Terminix’s specialty termite services are their most widely known service, but they exterminate much more than that. Their other services include: rodents, mosquitoes, cockroaches, spiders, ticks, ants, and wildlife control including skunks, raccoons, squirrels, opossums, and more. Along with pest control, Terminix offers services, such as moisture control, mechanical exclusion, attic insulation, and home disinfection services.
Orkin has been in the business for over 100 years. Its exterminators complete 160 hours of training. Additionally, because of its large network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — pest control.
Pests Orkin helps with are centipedes, wasps, hornets, bed bugs, fleas, crickets, termites, silverfish, ticks, mice, and more. Orkin can book regular follow-up visits. Also, if you end up with recurrent problems or any other immediate pest control needs, you can contact Orkin’s customer service.
Rentokil, a business service group, is the world's largest and most widely recognized pest control company, which owns hundreds of brands worldwide. The well-known brand owns the North American pest control providers Western Exterminator, J.C. Ehrlich, and Presto-X.
Rentokil provides integrated pest management (IPM) services, which means your pest control expert will focus on both getting rid of existing pests and preventing future infestations. The company has a satisfaction guarantee for its treatments. If you still have pest problems after service, Rentokil will visit again until the issue is resolved.
Pest control businesses aren't all the same when it comes to reputation, expertise, and competence. It’s important to research services to find the right one for your specific issue. Focus on these key factors when hiring a pest control professional:
It's best to choose a pest control company that can effectively address your specific problem, whether it's bed bugs, termites, roaches, rodents, or something else. The company should have clearly laid out its expertise with your specific pest.
When choosing a pest control company, look for technicians that are licensed by the state and certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Obtaining these credentials demonstrates that a technician has adequate training. Ask the company about its policies for continuing education and the total training hours required for technicians.
Take some time to read online reviews on Google and Yelp before committing to a pest control provider. This can help you verify 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 ongoing regular training to stay current on the latest pest control methods. When you choose a provider from our list of Oklahoma City's best pest control, you can rest easy knowing you're hiring an expert that meets our quality and review standards.
Homeowners who want natural, eco-friendly pest control should look for companies that promote “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about trapping options that don't harm larger pests like mice or raccoons nesting nearby. However, natural options may be less effective for serious infestations, and if you’re dealing with a major pest problem you may need stronger traditional methods. Regardless of what methods you choose, any pesticides (besides those classified as minimal risk) are required to be registered with the EPA.
Leading pest control professionals usually offer service guarantees for ongoing plans. The guarantees mean if pests remain after the initial treatment, the company will come back and re-treat your home for free until the infestation is taken care of. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have reduced your options to your top pest control providers, contact each one with questions such as:
Take the time to thoroughly analyze pest control companies using these questions. This will help you hire the right provider to safely and successfully get rid of your pest problem at a fair price.
It's important to be aware of the pests you might see as a resident of Oklahoma City. We studied around 10 million social media posts to identify the pests that were causing the most trouble for residents.
Our top picks for the best pest control companies are Orkin and Terminix. They're highly regarded in the industry and help get rid of all common pests.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company 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.
Pest control involves removing unwanted bugs like bed bugs, cockroaches, and other unwanted bugs or animals from your property. When you hire a pest control company, an exterminator will come and inspect your property. Then they will use various methods to get rid of the pests and prevent them from coming back, such as chemical or natural sprays, bait, and traps.
Many Oklahoma City homeowners wonder about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 a 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 providers for a quote.
For apartments and homes, quarterly or even bi-monthly pest control treatments are advisable. If you have a more serious infestation, however, you may need to get monthly treatments for a few months until the infestation is resolved.
