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Overall:
4.5/5
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Products & Services:
4.5/5
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Cost:
4.5/5
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Ease of Use:
4.5/5
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Customer Support & Reviews:
4/5
Our Review
Terminix has established itself as a leader in the pest control business. The company has been in business for nearly a century and offers services in 45 states. The cost for services are on par with other pest control companies and they offer a wide variety of services to treat most pest control problems.
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Offers multiple termite plans
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Free re-servicing in between visits
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Offers specific program for ticks
Terminix Products & Services
4.5/5
PROS:
- Offers multiple termite plans
- Offers one-time treatment service
CONS:
- General plan doesn’t cover as many pests as other pest control companies
What Does Terminix Spray For?
Terminix provides general pest control for the following list of pests:
- Ants (excludes carpenter, fire, pharaoh, and tawny crazy ants)
- Bed Bugs
- Centipedes
- Cockroaches
- Crickets
- Earwigs
- Mice
- Millipedes
- Mosquitoes
- Moths
- Paper Wasps
- Rats
- Scorpions
- Silverfish
- Spiders (excludes black widow and brown recluse spiders)
- Termites
- Ticks
- Wildlife Removal
Termites
Terminix is known for its termite treatments and protection. The company offers a free inspection and three separate plans to deal with termites. A Basic Plan will give you the OnGuard Termite Protection System, an annual inspection, and a guarantee. The Advanced Plan adds the promise to fix termite damage up to $250,000 and the Premium Plan bundles all the termite services with general pest control. Terminix also offers a termite treatment plan for residents in California, Hawaii and Florida for a specific type of termite found in those states.
Bed Bugs
Terminix offers a free inspection for bed bugs. Technicians use a non-toxic solution called RapidFreeze which freezes bed bugs in all life stages. They may also use insecticides, steaming, high heat, and trapping monitors. Terminix also offers follow-up inspections to ensure the bed bugs are gone. If bed bugs do show up within six months of treatment, Terminix will re-treat your home for free.
Mosquitoes
Terminix offers two different plans to treat mosquitoes – you can choose either a one-time service or ongoing service throughout mosquito ‘season.’ Both options include a thorough inspection of your property and treatments that will kill mosquitoes in all life cycles.
Ticks
If ticks in your yard are a concern, Terminix offers a specific plan to treat them. You can choose a one-time or monthly service. Both options include a thorough inspection of your property and liquid and granular treatment that creates a barrier against every type of tick found in the U.S.
Wildlife Control
If you have a critter that makes its way into your home, Terminix can help get rid of it. They offer a free inspection to identify the animal’s point of entry. Technicians will create a removal and treatment plan to get rid of it. You can also add an annual wildlife inspection to your Terminix plan.
In addition to general pest control, Terminix offers a variety of other services to its customers.
Attic Insulation
Pests can often find their way into your home through the attic, that’s why Terminix offers attic insulation services. The insulation is mostly made from recycled materials, is flame retardant and can help lower noise levels – as well as keep out pests.
Crawl Space
Crawl spaces are another favorite place for pests. Terminix offers services to help protect your crawl space and your home from water damage, mildew, mold, and odors by installing floor supports, vapor barriers or vents.
Gutter Protection
Terminix can install gutter protectors on your gutters. They are designed to let water flow through but keep pests and debris out.
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Terminix Cost
4.5/5
PROS:
- Offers free quotes
- Offers pricing bundles for some services
CONS:
- Doesn’t offer free inspection for all pests
How Much Is Terminix Pest Control Per Month?
Terminix will give you a free quote over the phone for its general pest control services. Once you decide you want to use them, a technician will come to your home and inspect and treat your property. Most pest control companies charge for the initial visit and Terminix is no different. You’ll pay around $140 for the first visit and $120 every three months (or $40 a month) for ongoing pest control and protection. If you want a one-time service, Terminix offers that option for around $250. The price for both services is based on where you live and is the same for homes that are zero to 3,999 square feet. A home 4,000 square feet or more will result in a higher cost.
Sample Terminix Pricing for Ants
If you choose ongoing pest protection with Terminix, a technician will spray the outside of your home once every three months. If you want to add mosquito protection to your general pest control – the price will go up to $95 a month.
The cost for termite and bed bug treatment will vary. It’s hard to give an estimate for these services over the phone because an inspection has to occur first. A technician will have to determine if you have a problem, and to what extent it is, before they can give you a price for treatment. Terminix does offer free inspections for these services.
Most Terminix plans come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. With the Nix Pest Guarantee, and technicians will do whatever it takes to make sure your pest problem is solved. If you have a problem in between treatments, a technician will re-treat your home for no extra charge. If you have received a one-time service from Terminix – that means a technician will return to your home if you continue to have pest problems for up to 30 days after the initial visit.
The Nix & Fix Termite Guarantee means Terminix will fix your termite problem for as long as you keep your plan. Plus we’ll come back and fix any new termite damage up to $250,000.
Can I Cancel Terminix Without Fees?
Most contracts with Terminix are open-ended, so you can cancel the service any time without being charged a cancellation fee. You will just have to call their customer service team and make sure you ask for or receive an email confirming that you’ve canceled the services.
Customer Support & Reviews
4/5
PROS:
- Offers free quotes
- Offers pricing bundles for some services
CONS:
- Doesn’t offer free inspection for all pests
Terminix allows you to schedule services on its website, which may be a plus for many customers. It also has a feature on its website that gives you a little more pricing information than most pest control companies. It offers bundle services and you can go online, enter your address and receive a monthly cost for some of its services. Termite treatment can’t be estimated online or over the phone, because an inspection has to occur for your technician to know if you have a problem and how big it is.
The company has mixed reviews online for its customer services. Some customers have had trouble with scheduling services, billing charges, and ongoing pest issues. Others take issue with a constant change in the person who treats their home – so they’re never able to establish a relationship with their technician. Terminix customer service largely tries to respond to problems and rectify the situation.
I have been using Terminix for several years. They have kept my home bug and pest free. They are reasonably priced and their service technicians are professional and thorough.
The techs are very courteous, friendly, helpful and answer any questions you ask. They do what they have to do.
How Long Does Terminix Pest Treatment Last?
If you have ongoing service with Terminix, a technician will treat the outside of your home once every three months. So, your treatment should last that long. If you see pests before the three months are over, you can contact Terminix for a re-treatment at no extra charge.
How Do I Prepare My House For Terminix?
If you’ve decided to use Terminix services, you may wonder what you need to do to get your home ready for the initial visit. You’ll have to be home – since the technician will need to gain entrance inside. There are a few other steps you can take to make the process easier and quicker.
- Technicians will be spraying around the baseboards throughout your home. So, consider moving furniture away from walls and out of tight corners to ensure they can spray where they need to.
- The kitchen will be an area of focus. So, it’s a good idea to wash up all your dishes and put them away. Store food items that may be on the counter and wipe down your countertops.
- Pull things away from the baseboards in closets and clean out underneath the beds, so technicians can get to them.
- Crate pets that may stay inside. That way they can stay out of the spray and not interfere with the technician. You will also want to leave them crated for a couple of hours after the technician leaves to give the spray time to dry.
What Chemicals/Liquids/Sprays Does Terminix Use?
Terminix employs a diverse spectrum of chemicals to ensure efficient pest control. Their arsenal includes pyrethroids such as cypermethrin and bifenthrin, organophosphates like malathion and chlorpyrifos, and neonicotinoids such as imidacloprid and dinotefuran. Additionally, they incorporate botanical insecticides like azadirachtin for more natural solutions.
All the liquids, chemicals and sprays Terminix uses are approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). When the pesticides are safely and professionally applied in the correct amount, they pose no threat to your family or pets.
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Is Terminix Spray Toxic?
Terminix uses integrated pest management techniques – so the sprays they use should be safe for your family and pets. It’s important to note, the company has gotten in trouble for using insecticides they shouldn’t.
Terminix was fined nearly $90 million in 2016 for using a banned pesticide in the U.S. Virgin Islands that contained a toxic chemical. The pesticide was used to treat a condo directly under the one a family of four was staying in while on vacation. Inhaling the chemical caused the family to become seriously ill and have lasting health problems.
The Bottom Line
Terminix is a good choice for general pest control. It started as a business to combat termites and has maintained a top of the line reputation for its services. It has multiple treatment plans to choose from and offers one-time services for general pest control.
