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Last update on February 16, 2025
Welcome to Platinum Pest Services! Serving Waterloo and the surrounding communities, we are putting our wide array of experience to use to effectively rid your home or office of pests. We offer oderless and environmentally safe solutions for: • Rodents • Cockroaches • Ants • Termites • Wasps • Spiders • And many more Selling your home or business? Contact us for a real estate inspection. We are licensed and insured, as well as locally owned owner operated. We can start you on the road of being pest free much sooner than you think. Call today for a free inspection!
Welcome to Platinum Pest Services! Serving Waterloo and the surrounding communities, we are putting our wide array of experience to use to effectively rid your home or office of pests. We offer oderless and environmentally safe solutions for: • Rodents • Cockroaches • Ants • Termites • Wasps • Spiders • And many more Selling your home or business? Contact us for a real estate inspection. We are licensed and insured, as well as locally owned owner operated. We can start you on the road of being pest free much sooner than you think. Call today for a free inspection!
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
CYNTHIA H on November 2021
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
CYNTHIA H on November 2021
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
Established in 2000. We are a local, full-time, experienced, licensed,and insured Wildlife and Bat Removal and Control company. Specializing in Bat Removal and Bat Proofing Call us for removal of: -Bats -Raccoons -Possums -Snakes -Skunks and their odor -Woodchucks/groundhogs -Squirrels -Birds -Mice -Rats -Moles/voles -Beaver -And more
Established in 2000. We are a local, full-time, experienced, licensed,and insured Wildlife and Bat Removal and Control company. Specializing in Bat Removal and Bat Proofing Call us for removal of: -Bats -Raccoons -Possums -Snakes -Skunks and their odor -Woodchucks/groundhogs -Squirrels -Birds -Mice -Rats -Moles/voles -Beaver -And more
***Until further notice we will be no longer servicing Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas.*** We are a family owned & operated company that is in the business of protecting your home and family from pests. We offer an Eco Friendly approach to pest control with a variety of organic product to fit all pest control needs.
"The representative showed up on time. He was very pleasant to visit with, He looked at the insects and where they were and how they were acting and said they were ground/digger bees. He said they were just coming out of their winter holes and would most likely disappear after a few weeks. He said they were not aggressive. He recommended we just overseed that part of the lawn to get rid of any bare spots and that they would go bury their eggs somewhere else next time. No treatment needed. I will most certainly call them if needed in the future. Thank you Enviro-Pest!"
Prudence K on May 2019
***Until further notice we will be no longer servicing Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas.*** We are a family owned & operated company that is in the business of protecting your home and family from pests. We offer an Eco Friendly approach to pest control with a variety of organic product to fit all pest control needs.
"The representative showed up on time. He was very pleasant to visit with, He looked at the insects and where they were and how they were acting and said they were ground/digger bees. He said they were just coming out of their winter holes and would most likely disappear after a few weeks. He said they were not aggressive. He recommended we just overseed that part of the lawn to get rid of any bare spots and that they would go bury their eggs somewhere else next time. No treatment needed. I will most certainly call them if needed in the future. Thank you Enviro-Pest!"
Prudence K on May 2019
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"My lawn is worst in neighborhood, no effect from 1st service. Did not come out for repeat treatment as promised despite many calls. Does not return calls. Looks to me that all the 5- star reviews here are fake."
Richard S on May 2023
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"My lawn is worst in neighborhood, no effect from 1st service. Did not come out for repeat treatment as promised despite many calls. Does not return calls. Looks to me that all the 5- star reviews here are fake."
Richard S on May 2023
Hawkeye Exterminating is a locally owned pest control company in Cedar Falls, Iowa. We provide services for residential and commercial properties, VA & FHA inspections, and Construction Pre Treatments. If you have a current problem or you would like preventative maintenance, trust Hawkeye Exterminating LLC for reliable services. Hawkeye Exterminating services include… Bed Bugs, Termites, Ants, Spiders, Roaches, Fleas, Rodents, Mosquito control, Asian Beatles, and more. Call Hawkeye Exterminating today, and speak with a friendly and professional licensed technician at (319) 277-7075 also ask about senior discounts. Again that number is (319) 277-7075 Hawkeye Exterminating is proud to serve the great people of Iowa.
"Mike is quick, knowledgeable, friendly, and competitively priced. We had a carpenter ant problem, and it was cleared up after just a few treatments. Would recommend to anyone in the Cedar Falls or Waterloo, IA area!"
Andrew S on November 2022
Hawkeye Exterminating is a locally owned pest control company in Cedar Falls, Iowa. We provide services for residential and commercial properties, VA & FHA inspections, and Construction Pre Treatments. If you have a current problem or you would like preventative maintenance, trust Hawkeye Exterminating LLC for reliable services. Hawkeye Exterminating services include… Bed Bugs, Termites, Ants, Spiders, Roaches, Fleas, Rodents, Mosquito control, Asian Beatles, and more. Call Hawkeye Exterminating today, and speak with a friendly and professional licensed technician at (319) 277-7075 also ask about senior discounts. Again that number is (319) 277-7075 Hawkeye Exterminating is proud to serve the great people of Iowa.
"Mike is quick, knowledgeable, friendly, and competitively priced. We had a carpenter ant problem, and it was cleared up after just a few treatments. Would recommend to anyone in the Cedar Falls or Waterloo, IA area!"
Andrew S on November 2022
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"an hour agoNew-Edit Delete On 9/9, I return home from work to find a sign in my yard about chemicals being applied to trees on my property. Which I never contacted this company to do or consented too. I get inside to find out the wife didn't notice this sign and sent our 3 dogs out in to a yard where chemicals had been applied without any knowledge of this happening either. So I review my cameras and see their person ran our doorbell walked away instantly and then just started spraying the trees on the property and then entered our fenced in area of the yard and applied the same chemicals to a spot where we had sent out dogs out too. I give them a call and ask why entered my property and applied chemicals to my property without my consent or knowledge and all they could say is we don't know why this happened. I then asked the first guy what type of chemicals were applied to my property and all I got was let me transfer you to customer service and they will tell you what chemicals we use and make sure this never happens again. Once I get on the phone with customer service they AGAIN COULDN'T/WOULDN'T tell me what chemicals you guys use only saying they SHOULDN'T be toxic, I explain to the lady that this is unacceptable that they came on to my property without any form of consent and applied chemicals where I send my 3 dogs out to and now can't tell me what they use, with only saying it SHOULDN'T be toxic to them. I then ask who I should contact if the shouldn't be toxic is actually toxic with any vet bills that could potentially arise. With not direct answer other than I'll have the project manager call you in 15-20 minutes on what chemicals we use and what procedures we have in place. Guess who never called me. So now we are on the next day still with no clue on what was applied to my property other than the assurance of it SHOULDN'T be toxic. Absolute joke of company that can't even provide the answer to a simple question after coming on to a property without any agreement in place."
Chad P on September 2024
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
"an hour agoNew-Edit Delete On 9/9, I return home from work to find a sign in my yard about chemicals being applied to trees on my property. Which I never contacted this company to do or consented too. I get inside to find out the wife didn't notice this sign and sent our 3 dogs out in to a yard where chemicals had been applied without any knowledge of this happening either. So I review my cameras and see their person ran our doorbell walked away instantly and then just started spraying the trees on the property and then entered our fenced in area of the yard and applied the same chemicals to a spot where we had sent out dogs out too. I give them a call and ask why entered my property and applied chemicals to my property without my consent or knowledge and all they could say is we don't know why this happened. I then asked the first guy what type of chemicals were applied to my property and all I got was let me transfer you to customer service and they will tell you what chemicals we use and make sure this never happens again. Once I get on the phone with customer service they AGAIN COULDN'T/WOULDN'T tell me what chemicals you guys use only saying they SHOULDN'T be toxic, I explain to the lady that this is unacceptable that they came on to my property without any form of consent and applied chemicals where I send my 3 dogs out to and now can't tell me what they use, with only saying it SHOULDN'T be toxic to them. I then ask who I should contact if the shouldn't be toxic is actually toxic with any vet bills that could potentially arise. With not direct answer other than I'll have the project manager call you in 15-20 minutes on what chemicals we use and what procedures we have in place. Guess who never called me. So now we are on the next day still with no clue on what was applied to my property other than the assurance of it SHOULDN'T be toxic. Absolute joke of company that can't even provide the answer to a simple question after coming on to a property without any agreement in place."
Chad P on September 2024
Different pest control methods exist to help mitigate an infestation. Not every technique will work with every pest, which is why speaking with a pest control expert is crucial to taming your problem. Different methods of pest removal include:
Heat treatments
Freezing treatments
Traps
Barriers
Chemical pesticides
Fumigation
Rodenticides
Mechanical devices
Repellants
The cost of pest control is $175 for the average homeowner. However, you could spend as little as $100 or as much as $500 or more, depending on the infestation size, the number of visits you need, and the pest you’re exterminating.
For example, if you need to rid your home of spiders, you’ll likely be spending between $100 and $300. However, if you have a termite problem, you can expect a bill of $230 to $2,500 or more, depending on the infestation size and damage caused.
There are specific methods for pest removal that you can DIY without hiring an expert. If you are preventing pests from making an appearance or clearing out a small infestation of harmless insects, you will likely have success on your own. However, if you’re dealing with pests that eat wood, bedbugs, or other pests that carry a disease risk, like rodents, it’s always worth it to call a pest professional to help you.
Even if you’re not immediately showing signs of pests, it’s a good idea to get into the habit of routine pest control. This should be done yearly, quarterly, bi-monthly, or monthly, depending on your location and if any signs of infestation are already present. For example, if you live by water, you might experience more pests in the spring and summer than someone who lives in a dry climate. Discuss treatment options with your pest professional to determine a suitable schedule for you and your home.
While not every infestation is preventable, there are some actions you can take to minimize the risk of running into these pests in your home. These actions include:
Keeping your home tidy. This includes vacuuming regularly, sanitizing your kitchen, storing food in airtight containers, disposing garbage regularly, and keeping your home clutter-free.
Deep clean at least twice a year. Deep cleaning neglected crevices and corners of your home can help prevent breeding grounds from forming.
Repairing your home when needed. If your home has cracks or holes, you have an open invitation for pests to come in. Remove any standing water and seal any gaps in your floors, walls, and foundation.
Cleaning up your yard. Keep shrubbery and branches well-trimmed and away from your home. Remove fallen leaves and other debris.
Be smart with storage. If you use firewood, store it away from the home (at least 20 feet away if possible) and off of the ground.