Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By David Cusick
Last Updated April 2024
In Jackson, where the summers can be quite hot with average highs of 69 degrees, pests can be a big pain. Scheduling routine pest control with a good company can help you avoid these pests later on.
Pest control is a serious matter. That’s why the Today's Homeowner team has done the work and ranked the best pest control companies in Jackson for you. Keep reading to learn more about each exterminator.
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Reviews praise customer service
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Positive customer service reviews
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Educational web content
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Reviews praise customer service
No-cost inspections
Helpful homeowner content on its website
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Consistently high customer service reviews
No-cost inspections
Helpful homeowner content on its website
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Positive customer service reviews
Proactive solutions for pest control
Helpful homeowner content on its website
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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:
Our team at Today's Homeowner narrowed it down to these pest control providers by comparing costs, pest control treatments offered, contracts, state availability, customer reviews, and more.
Here’s how Jackson’s top providers ranked:
Terminix is one of the biggest and oldest pest control companies in the world, with many branches in 45 states and 22 other countries. Terminix has received several awards for its service, including Pest Control Technology Magazine’s Top 100 Pest Control Companies, The Business Journal’s FAST 50, and Triad's Best Exterminator.
Terminix offers both one-time extermination services and routine pest control. Additionally, every contract comes with a 30-day guarantee. Their service also comes with follow-up visits and annual inspections to help keep your home pest-free.
Orkin has been around for over 100 years. Its pest control specialists need to undergo 160 hours of training. And, because of its large network, it can often provide next-day — or even same-day — service.
Orkin handles many common pests, including ants, spiders, silverfish, and cockroaches. After the first 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 well-known name in pest control, with branches across the world and almost a century of experience in the industry. The brand owns the North American pest control companies Presto-X, Western Exterminator, and J.C. Ehrlich.
Rentokil and its partners take care of the following pests: spiders, moths, mosquitoes, ants, wasps, bees, cockroaches, flies, crickets, and bed bugs. After the initial inspection and treatment of your property, a technician will service your property as often as your contract states.
Not all pest control services are the same in reputation, qualifications, and proficiency. Evaluating businesses helps you identify the right choice for your pest situation. Focus on these key factors when choosing a pest control professional:
Look for a pest control company that has extensive experience treating the type of pest you're dealing with, whether it's rodents, roaches, bed bugs, termites, or something else. The company should thoroughly describe on their website its area of expertise.
When selecting a pest control provider, look for technicians that have the proper state licensing and are certified in pest control methods by industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). Having these credentials demonstrates that the technicians have adequate training. Ask the company about the training hours required for its technicians as well as its policies for continuing education.
Before booking an appointment, spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google or Yelp to verify that the company has a proven track record of providing positive experiences and effective services. Also look for any complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Ask about ongoing training at the company as well as how its technicians stay up to date on current pest control best practices. When you choose an exterminator from our list of the top pest control in Jackson, 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 providers that specialize in “green” accredited solutions. You can also ask about humane catch and release methods for larger pests like mice or squirrels in your attic. However, 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 that are classified as greater than minimal risk must be registered with the EPA.
Quality pest control providers typically offer service guarantees for recurring plans. The guarantees mean the provider will make another visit and re-treat for free if your home still has pests after the initial treatment. One-time treatments may not come with reservice guarantees.
Once you have narrowed down your top pest management companies, reach out to each one with questions such as:
Analyze potential pest control companies based on their answers to these questions. This will allow you to choose the best provider to effectively take care of your pest problem at a reasonable cost.
Which pests you see depends on where you live. In Jackson, there are a few different ones that residents have to deal with. We created a list of the most common pests in the city by examining what pests were frequently posted about on social media sites.
The best pest control providers are Orkin and Terminix. They help with all common pests, have locations all around the country, and have been in the industry for several decades.
The best way to prevent a pest infestation is having a pest control company come to your house once every quarter. Regularly spraying your property will stop insects and other wildlife from returning.
To find the right pest control company for you, the key is to take your time and research your options thoroughly. We recommend obtaining quotes from multiple companies and looking at reviews to help determine which company is the best for you.
There are some pests you can handle yourself. For example, if you see a few ants or a stray wasp, chances are you can get rid of it on your own. But some infestations warrant bringing in the professionals. If you have a big infestation, you don’t know what the pest is, or would like preventative pest control, you should hire a pest control company.
Many Jackson homeowners are concerned about the cost of pest control. Monthly pest control usually costs $40 to $70 a visit. Quarterly pest control costs about $110 to $250 per visit. To determine exactly how much it will cost for you, we recommend contacting several companies for an estimate.
Spring is the best time for preventative pest control. The reason is nests and colony numbers will get much higher when it's hotter, so pest control in the spring can help prevent your property from getting too many pests later.
