Pest Control, Lawn Fertilization & Treatment, Home inspection
About us
Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management Services, with locations in Aurora, IL, Rolling Meadows, IL & Berwyn, IL serves the entire Chicagoland region with over 20 years of experience. Our dedicated pest control team looks forward to serving you and answering any questions you may have. We cater to residential and commercial clients in the area. Our environmentally friendly pest control can help you eliminate. Award winning.
Business highlights
32 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Chem-Wise offers a full scope of pest control services including ants, spiders, mice, silverfish, roaches, bed bugs, stinkbugs, wasps, and millipedes.
Services we don't offer
We do not provide control for wildlife such as squirrels and raccoons.
We had a lot of yellow jackets this year, and after finding two nests on my property and wiping them out using a few bottles of Spectracide, we were still bothered every time we grilled out on our patio. I called Chem-Wise to discuss my problem. They indicated that the yellow jackets may be coming in from another property, and there may be very little they could do if we didn?t know of an active nest. They offered to come out free of charge to take a look, which I thought was great. I ultimately decided to buy their Big Deal for $95 and had them come out to spray to see if it would help, even if they couldn't find an active nest. Unfortunately, it didn?t seem to have an impact. The people I spoke to at their office were very pleasant, knowledgeable, and easy to deal with. They were able to have someone come out that week to spray. The person that came out to spray was great. He took his time, talked to me about what he was doing, and methodically sprayed around my house and bushes. While this particular treatment didn?t resolve my issue (again, the yellow jackets may have been coming in from a neighbor's property), I would not hesitate to call them again for pest/rodent control if the need arises.
Description of Work: Looked over property for wasp nests. Sprayed around house and in suspected problem areas around the property.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$95
Pat P.
12/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
The service went well. The technician did a fine job. The service seemed to help the pest issue. I do not recall any problem scheduling the deal.
Description of Work: I purchased a deal for pre-winter rodent exclusion and spider prevention.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Roberta B.
12/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
We have had a big problem with box elder bug infestations on the south wall of our home. Chemwise has completely eradicated the problem. Inside our home they also perform preventative pest services on a routine basis and we have ceased to have any bug or mice issues which is amazing given our home is over 100 years old thus has lots of ways for unwanted pests to get in. Chemwise personnel are courtesy, punctual and knowledgable. They also use eco friendly materials.
Description of Work: Chemwise comes in once a quarter and conducts interior and exterior pest control services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Rob H.
12/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
Went well. The individual was prompt and professional. I appreciated the follow-up. Nice job.
Description of Work: Inspected home for pests--mice spiders, set baits inside and out. Then followed up replenishing outside baits and sealed two gaps/holes in window sill.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
usman A.
12/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
From the start of this experience it went very well. They were very professional and courteous, also wore covers on there shoes which deserves a token of appreciation. They set the traps, inspected the entrance points and came back again after 2 weeks to patch up the holes. I chose them solely because of their amazing reviews and the service I got was exactly as expected. Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Set traps for mice and inspect areas where they might be entering from, also sprayed spider sites
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Charles T.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
The service was prompt, and the technician and scheduler were courteous. The service entailed a spray for the spiders and setting mouse traps (self-contained like roach motels rather than spring traps) and then returning a few weeks later to investigate mousetrap activity. Recommendation was to keep pets away from spray for 6-24 hours (memory fails here; I do not have pets but sometimes pet-it). All-in-all, great experience.
Description of Work: Pre-winter spider- and mouse-proofing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Tom S.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
Two guys came in a timely manner and on time. Asked about the history of where we are having issues and took care of them promptly. Came back about 10 days later as a follow up to see results and found nothing.
Description of Work: Set mouse trap under stove and sprayed for spiders in crawl space. Also sealed an area where rodents may be getting in.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Tracy W.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, lawn treatment
+ 0 more
I've been happy with them. I just used them last season. They are awesome. They are very accommodating and I like what they offer like just being able to do the weed control for the garden, to me that was great. I didn't want us to pay for the entire house I could just schedule it if I wanted.
Description of Work: I've used Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management Services. They did the wasp treatment and then the regular pest treatment. I also used them for my landscaping, they did the fertilizing and weed control.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$41
Bo M.
11/2014
2.0
pest control
+ -1 more
Not so good. I used two or three vendors from the guy and not of them are very good at all. You know hey have good review. Either they are rude even they come out to give us a call or even if we use them. The service wasn't good at all. Its really disappointing with them because I thought it was waste of money for 99$. I'm going through the review they say they get 9 or 10 cans whenever they spray the whole entire house. He did only one part and I'm pretty sure it wasn't 9 or whatever can they were supposed to do it. It was like 1 can and that was it and then we had a problem again. We had to call them again and then they did come out lie couple of days later and at the same time, even he would do anything, he feel "okay I'm done" within five minutes. Ask exactly what they do with 95$ because its very misleading. You think you're buying the whole package where they're doing the whole house for you but its just he didn't do the whole house, he did only one part where we thought we had a bee issue and just double check what you're buying. Really its terrible like that. Besides, they rip you off. I thought its over priced. Its very misleading because there it says whole house proof, all around the exterior house, so it wasn't that way at all.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$95
Response from Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management
Dear Valued Angie’s List Member, I am very sorry to hear that you were not satisfied with our Big Deal Bee & Wasp Proofing. Chem-Wise always wants to be sure that all of our customers receive the same type of quality service that has made us one of the top A-rated companies on Angie’s List. While our Bee & Wasp Proofing service is meant to be a preventative service, it does sometimes require more than one visit to your home during the year. That is the reason that the Big Deal comes with a full guarantee of service through the end of the calendar year. Our records do indicate that you were still seeing activity a couple days after the initial service was completed and we promptly returned to treat the problem area again at no additional charge. I presume that the second application eliminated the activity since we have not heard back from you, but please note that if you are still experiencing any activity you are still under our guarantee until December 31st, 2014. Sincerely, Dale Leifheit Service Manager
Marliss T.
11/2014
4.0
pest control
+ -1 more
I thought it went well. Service person was punctual, clean, and professional. He checked the entire exterior of my house paying special attention to an area where I thought I had some bees getting in. There were no problems. I especially liked that for the same $95.00 service charge he stated he would return if I had a problem anytime this year. Since I have had bee and wasp problems in the past, I appreciated that I could call again for the same one fee.
Description of Work: Provider came to my house and examined exterior for evidence of bees, wasps, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$95
Gregory S.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
They were polite and on time. They guy was very, very nice and knew his stuff. We came up with some ideas and he took care. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: He bated a couple mouse traps and sprayed for spiders.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
WARREN N.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
Great company, we are now on an annual maintenance plan.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Karen J.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
Great. Very responsive courteous and good follow-up. Would use again.
Description of Work: Set traps for mice sprayed for spiders
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$129
Lori M.
11/2014
4.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
They were on time and professional. They did a good job.
Description of Work: Mice and insect treatment. Two visits.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Melanie B.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
It went very well! Keith explained that, due to the time of the year, and the fact that it's unusual for small ants to appear now (spring & summer would be more common), he may need to return again in a few weeks, rather than wait until spring. We will be his on site 'eyes & ears'!
Description of Work: Our service provider, Keith, pent quite a bit of time inspecting our home for obvious signs of small ants, the reason for our call. As he was doing this, Keith also took the time to educate us on ants & why we might have them in the first place. We were super impressed with his pest knowledge & were very pleased to hear that he will be our 'pest guest' each time we have a service call from Chem-Wise. Not only was he knowledgable, but we also felt very comfortable having him in our home. When I called Chem-Wise, it was explained to me that I could have triennial visits to have the risk of pests minimized. It was merely presented as an option, NOT pushed upon me. Because I felt the price was very reasonable, I signed on. Keith also pointed out that it WASN'T a 'contract', & that I could cancel at any time. It is $120 for the first visit (if not for Angie's List, it would have been $145), & $79 each for the two subsequent visits. As spiders are included, among several other pests, & as we live in a heavily wooded area that is loaded with spiders, the triennial visits were a no brainier.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
Theresia W.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
Oh my goodness. After just 3 weeks the improvement was outstanding. I haven't seen a mouse in a few days now. We had a really bad mouse problem since they dug up the sewer in front of our house in the summer. But now, I can get some sleep.
Description of Work: They put down some boxes with mouse bait inside.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Michael B.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
The overall experience was good. They were good. The real test is that they come out, and they come back a week later, and then they come back out within 90 days after that. The real trouble would be if I called them, and they didn't come out. They did what they said they were going to do, and they called.
Description of Work: They put a few traps and that sort of things. I live near a field, and when it gets cold, I get a lot of mice, and so I had somebody out last year as well.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$140
Jess P.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
I actually bought one of those things and it was fine. It was good because we had one of those special things. They were very fast.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
ANTHONY A.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
Everything worked great! We had issues in the past and this year they were prevented! He was very punctual and efficient .
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for $95 for Eco-Friendly Bee and Wasp Proofing for Your Home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$95
Brent H.
11/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
They did fine and everything went well .
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for $95 for Eco-Friendly Bee and Wasp Proofing for Your Home
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Pat K.
11/2014
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
Technician explained how the issue would be handled and answered all my questions. He also offered to do preventive spraying on the entire outside of my town home at no additional charge. Although part of the deal was any necessary follow-up if the issue was not resolved, the pests were gone almost immediately and, three months out, they haven't returned. (The only reason this review is tardy is because I thought I had already written and submitted it within a couple days of service.) I would definitely recommend this provider.
Description of Work: Handled a bee/wasp issue. The pest was "residing" under the siding at the back of my town home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
Laurel G.
11/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
Everything went well. They found out that the mice were mainly entering my house in 2 areas. They filled those areas so that mice cannot enter those access points in the future. They left the traps and said that I could call them in the next 90 days if I saw any more mice.
Description of Work: The provider put out traps for the mice, found out the locations of where the mice were coming in, and then plugged the holes in those locations. They also sprayed for spiders.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
Bonnie S.
11/2014
5.0
home inspection
+ -1 more
On our initial date the provider came to my home. He was on time and asked questions about my bee activity. He went right to work and said it may take a week for the bees to subside. He warned that they would be upset for the next day or so and that we should stay away from the nest. We had had swarms that did not respond to any over the counter abatement products. Test me I tried each product out there with very little results. The provider also said I may need to recall for another service call. He let me know that all recalls were free until the end of the year. Results were amazing!! Dead bees on the ground and greatly diminished activity!! I had to recall a few weeks later for another treatment. They came out quickly and as of today, we appear to be bee free!!
Description of Work: On our initial date the provider came to my home. He was on time and asked questions about my bee activity. He went right to work and said it may take a week for the bees to subside. He warned that they would be upset for the next day or so and that we should stay away from the nest. We had had swarms that did not respond to any over the counter abatement products. Test me I tried each product out there with very little results. The provider also said I may need to recall for another service call. He let me know that all recalls were free until the end of the year. Results were amazing!! Dead bees on the ground and greatly diminished activity!! I had to recall a few weeks later for another treatment. They came out quickly and as of today, we appear to be bee free!!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$95
Jody L.
10/2014
5.0
pest control, animal removal
+ 0 more
We've used this company in the past and would use them again. However, I gave a B for responsiveness (not knowing which category to use) because "rodent" in the rodent exclusion service is rather misleading. It means mice only, so just be aware of that in case you have rats or squirrels in the mix. Also, over the phone they agreed to do spider prevention which was included in the coupon, but they didn't do it on either the first visit or the follow-up. I also forgot to remind them so it's partly my fault. They distributed mouse baits around the house and were kind enough to plug up a hole in our enclosed porch addition where rats had come in (but fortunately not nested) over the winter. On the follow up visit they checked all the baits and found no mouse activity, and went around the exterior of the house to check for holes and seal them. Very professional and punctual.
Description of Work: Rodent exclusion
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$139
Angela B.
10/2014
5.0
pest control
+ -1 more
Overall, I am happy with the service. The company was very responsive and showed up on scheduled. The technician completed his work quickly removing several wasps nests which had accumulated. I rated quality a "B" because tiny fragments of the nests were left behind which stood out against our white trim. However, this is minimal as they went away over time. I would use this company and service again.
Description of Work: Removed Wasp nests and sprayed repellent.
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Service Categories
Pest Control,
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FAQ
Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management offers free project estimates.
Yes, Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management does not offer a senior discount.
No, Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management offers warranties.
Chem-Wise Ecological Pest Management offers the following services: Chem-Wise offers a full scope of pest control services including ants, spiders, mice, silverfish, roaches, bed bugs, stinkbugs, wasps, and millipedes.
We do not provide control for wildlife such as squirrels and raccoons.