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American Pest Solutions

Pest Control, Animal Removal

About us

Our Approach to Pest Control is Total Elimination


Services we don't offer

Trapping, fumigation & weed control. We also do not remove dead animals.

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%



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Reviews

4.7206 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
83%
4
9%
3
3%
2
4%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 51-75 of 206 reviews

Allan L.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The inspection was thorough. No evidence of termites was found. The only issue was the inspector's desire to shift the appointment earlier than scheduled, when we had another contractor present to do the annual examination and servicing of our building's boiler. When the inspection could not be shifted to earlier, it ended up being slightly later than the originally scheduled time.
Description of Work: Provided a termite inspection of all areas of the basement level, plus the exterior of the building, including the back borches

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$205

Response from American Pest Solutions
Dear Member--- It does sometimes happen that a job took less time or more than our estimated scheduled time allotment. If that happens, we ask our technicians to reach our pending appointment for rescheduling adjustments. We know that it appears selfish to interfere with our client's own time schedule. Time is a precious commodity and cannot be duplicated. Best wishes, George Manning Consulting Entomologist pestproblemssolved.com

ANGELA F.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Great service! I sent an email on Thursday afternoon and they were here by Friday. Jamah was extremely knowledgeable and thorough. We are new customers for seasonal bug spraying!
Description of Work: Sprayed for bugs and centipedes.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$189

Sylvia R.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We recently moved in and were concerned that we uncover any potential problems. They did a great job of talking us through what they found and giving us advice about the service plan we need for the future. They were honest and very helpful. They recommended that unless we have an unexpected problem we will only need to have service once/year.
Description of Work: Inside, including basement and outside service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Michael F.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
George called as promised and reassured me that the number of millipedes I was seeing (app 10 to 20 per week) was not a problem. He answered all my questions (why now, how do they get in) and suggested that using OTC chemical granules might even diminish the problem further. I had difficulty finding these kinds of answers, so I really appreciated George's willingness to reassure and educate me.
Description of Work: I called the company about the millipedes I see in my basement and now on the main floor of my home. The worker who took my call thought that my problem probably didn't warrant a full treatment. But when I had additional questions, he offered to have the owner George give me a call to help me out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

sylvia V.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
American Pest Solutions is highly recommended for the professional service they provided. I appreciated the quick response with absolute quality extermination.
Description of Work: Response was immediate with a scheduling for the next day. The millipede/spider extermination was very thorough with the entire home being exterminated. One procedure was all that was needed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$189

LIZ B.
08/2013
4.0
pest control, animal removal
  + 0 more
Well, because of an office manager mistake, they were 2 hours late - but really apologetic (owner was clearly peeved at this error). The guys showed up and their energy And zeal to do a great job exceeded expectations. It was a tough job - third level of a turret - and in two hours, they worked hard, on tall ladders and from the roof, to set up caging and an extruder to keep any more birds from flying into the turret. They were funny, seemed knowledgeable and
Description of Work: Birds: They installed an "extruder" in a hole in our turret so birds could get out but not IN anymore and they also installed wire cage-stuff in other entry points to prevent birds from flying into turret

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$405

MARGARET M.
08/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
George was terrific. He didn't try to sell me on his services but instead gave me a really good picture of the factors I needed to consider to make a good decision. I didn't go with American this time but you can bet I will in the future. Great company!
Description of Work: I called to get a quote for termite removal to compare with another bid. The owner George Manning went out to the property and inspected at no charge. He told me what he saw then gave me a ton of advice on different factors related to the termite removal service and suggested that I don't do it until I drain away some groundwater beneath the slab. He said his bid would be in the range of the other service provider based on the size and the scope of the work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Response from American Pest Solutions
Dear Angie's List Member--- It's always re-assuring to receive reports that indicate the degree of concern that we, as a company, have for our inquirers when they are referred to us by any means. Of course, we give high praise to angieslist.com for the chance to compete for member business. In fact, we pass our review form to all our customers so that they can comment on our work procedure as well as the results following our effort. This demonstrates our respect for Angie's List, and provides additional proof that our workmanship and expertise is firmly planted for all to read. No customer is ever required to become an Angie's list member; however, the reports sent in do benefit us, even if the reporting customer is a non-member, and will not be averaged in to our on-going rating status. What a great way to publicize who and what we are! In this report that you submitted, you do provide us a chance to teach readers; members and non-members about the termite elimination process. For this example, I did not recommend immediate service because the water table around the building was saturating the soil just under the basement concrete. Termiticide would be so diluted if a treatment commenced prior to correcting the water condition. Briefly, several commercial sump pumps should be installed and connected to a separate electric meter for billing records. This provides the building with a progressive account of water removal and will tell our company when we can do a proper termite treatment. For those who read these comments, and wish to ask me questions; let me provide credentials. I am a consulting entomologist and have been retained on numerous occasions when a termite generated complaint turns into a law suit. There are numerous places to read my responses to inquiries about any pest issue. A good place to read these answers can be found on allexperts.com. Thanks for this opportunity to toot our horn and thank you for caring enough to reprt. Best wishes, George Manning

Andy S.
07/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
My wife called them to discuss the ant problem with them. They were able to come to our home in 1 hour of the call. That kind of response time was so vital to eliminating our problem. He inspected the entire basement and explained all the possible sources of the ants. He treated not only the obvious areas where the ants were but treated the entire basement where he suspected the source of the ants came from. He used a fogger for one room only, and elected to use sprays and food for the other rooms in the basement. He used fairly safe products because we have a child and cat in our home. Lastly, he gave very clear instructions on what to do and what not to do. He clearly told us to give time for the ants to take the extermination product back to the source so they would die off there. I was to stop all over the counter sprays and traps. If the first wave didn't work we were to call him in two weeks. Bottom line: Ants completely gone in 1 1/2 weeks. We will use American again in the future.
Description of Work: We experienced an unexpected ant infestation in our basement after moving into our new home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from American Pest Solutions
Dear Member: Thanks for the review. Ants are often difficult to eliminate. spraying may not always be the ideal choice to address this problem. When using baits, we must decide which category of food they might prefer. Ants will often change their taste preferences with the changing seasons as their colony enlarges over time. Proteins may be the early preference which may change to carbohydrates later in the summer. This statement may vary in different parts of the country. Our firm is a Chicago, Illinois based firm. The purpose of baiting has everything to do with entirely destroying a colony. Foraging ants will pass the baits to inside ants that will store the incoming bait for immediate consumption. As the bait is converted into a papp that can be fed to the larvae and queen(s); the colony will eventually implode. This is a short explanation. Ant specie are numerous in every location of our country. Identifying the species has a lot to do with a successful elimination of a colony of ants. Thanks again for your report. George Manning Consulting Entomologist www.pestproblemssolved.com

Irma P.
07/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Ricardo did a fantastic job of inspecting my home, writing a report, and make recommendations. He arrived early (I'm all for that!) to complete an inspection for termites. He introduced himself and got to work immediately. He began in the basement and worked himself up as I accompanied him. He described what he was looking for pointing out possible issues and gave me the "411" on termites. He was very knowledge. Fortunately, my home did not have termites and that certainly made my day. After completing the inspection, he wrote a summary of the day's inspection and told me I would be receiving a final report via email by the afternoon. I then wrote a check for the exact amount quoted by the company when I called. (another PLUS, I don't like surprises). My the time I checked my email that evening, the report was already completed. (WOW!....talk about speed and efficiency). I will certainly use them again! and recommend them to my family and friends.
Description of Work: American Pest Solutions inspected my second home for termites.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Kim & Stephen M.
05/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Ricardo was early, a huge plus! He was knowledgeable, friendly and performed his tasks quickly. He explained future pest behavior and the guarantees.
Description of Work: Eliminated wasps from garage and ants from garden apartment. On going spraying and baiting to prevent a recurrence.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$340

Duane P.
05/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
When I called them they gave me a price of $225 to bait the mice in my house plus a follow-up charge in 3 weeks if necessary for $175. As arrived promptly as promised at 9:00am on a Saturday morning. LLoyd and Jose then proceeded to bait my crawl space, first floor, second floor and even the attic. Both men were extremely polite and professional and I really enjoyed getting some good advice on rodent control from Lloyd. Jose then wrote a complete and detailed report on their work. That evening and every day since we have not had any problems with mice. Very professional and courteous. I would not hesitate to recommend then to anyone with a pest problem.
Description of Work: The contractor provided mice extermination services.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Juli A.
05/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Rather suddenly I found myself with mice in the house. While I myself could not find the source of the mice, the cats were able to find one a day for a few days in a row and I knew something had to be done and quickly. The two man crew came as scheduled and were quickly able to determine where the mice were entering the house. They gave me best case and worst case scenarios and in the short term we opted to lay some bait and see if that would solve the problem. They carefully laid the bait in places that were inaccessible to the pets and I kept my fingers crossed that it would do the trick. It did. The guys were personable, professional and they clearly knew what they were doing.
Description of Work: Examined the inside and outside of the house to determine and eliminate mice access points.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Scott M.
05/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Jamah & Jose did a thorough job inspecting and identifying problem areas & entry points and patching & baiting. Very pleased with service.
Description of Work: Inspection for mice problem patchwork & baiting

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Vince S.
05/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Performed thorough analysis of building and found potential solution.
Description of Work: Investigate for Suspicion.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Abbie J.
05/2013
5.0
pest control, animal removal
  + 0 more
He did a great job. They were on time, the man that came was very professional, nice and knowledgeable. he said we could always call with any problems.
Description of Work: They came to take care of rats in my garden.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Bill C.
04/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went well, the guys were knowledgeable, on time and did a fine job.
Description of Work: Lloyd came to house, inspected for rodents, laid bait, gave estimate and gave options for proofing the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Jane K.
04/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Ward and his team arrived early and were very friendly. They did a through inspection and explained as they went a long.
Description of Work: Inspection for termites.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$202.5

Robin R.
04/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
All in all, I was extremely happy with their level of service and professionalism. And thankfully I am termite free, although Jamah took a small sample of the fence to check. That and the 10% discount I received as an Angie's list member made the experience very positive.
Description of Work: I assumed because of some rotting boards that my front yard fence had a termite infestation. I called APC because of their high rating with customers in the vicinity of my home. It was very easy to schedule an appointment. I called on Monday and scheduled an appointment for Tuesday afternoon. On Tuesday, I received a call from the inspector asking if they could come earlier. They arrived an hour early, freeing up my afternoon to do other things (YAY!) Three fellows showed up, Jamah, Jose, and Lloyd. They were super friendly and explained what they were looking for/at with their inspection of the fence. They also check the perimeter of my house and my neighbors (I live in a townhouse.)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Shirizyk D.
04/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Lloyd & Jamah was very informative and detail with their inspection. The help will no doubt help, and i look forward to putting their knowledge to work and eradicate this price.
Description of Work: Mouse bLloyd & Jamahaiting & inspection.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$202.5

rosemary S.
03/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Company response I would grade as an A; pricing a C, conversation with rrepresentative an A.
Description of Work: This company responded to my request for a quotation within less than 24 hours, and when I called to speak to their representative after receiving their quotation, they explained everything I needed to know about their basic services vs. their extended services. I am only waiting to schedule a service visit from them based on my availability.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Response from American Pest Solutions
Dear [member name removed]--- We try to interview our prospects in order to get a better idea of the pest problem confronting them. This is done by asking for as much information as our prospective customer can relate to us via telephone. Prices are often quoted as a range from lowest to highest that will be determined once we arrive at our customer location and can better assess the pest situation. We are continually getting high marks for our service on angieslist.com. We are not about pest maintenance. Our service calls direct themselves to solutions only. At times our prices can be higher than competing companies; however, our goal is to be accurate and resolute in completing our service call. We often quote a follow-up charge when that is appropriate to the pest situation. following that call-back, we extend our supervisory responsibility with a 90 day warranty against a like pest recurrence. Thank you for reporting. Regards, George Manning Consulting Entomologist

Ramona O.
03/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Punctual, professional, informative and did an excellent job. will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Extermination of bed bugs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from American Pest Solutions
Thank you for taking the time to report the service that you received from American Pest Solutions. There is so much publicity regarding bed bug infestations. hotels, apatment complexes, movie theaters, and transportation vehicles of all stripes are falling victim to this newest public pest threat. Bed bugs, true bugs, do not fly. They are entirely dependent upon host transportation. Suit cases, clothing, and various transportable objects may carry bed bugs to a new location. The term for carrying one organism by another to a new location, actually hitching a ride, is termed phoresy. Phoresy relating to bed bugs is the phenomenon that has produced this dramatic spread. Single stand alone residences and apatment buildings or commercial spaces with several units can be treated universally; however, multiplexes of all sorts are handled by reporting the BB presence to management immediately so that an action can be determined. a reporting unit is considered a target unit and must also expand attention to the immediate surrounding units, up, down, across the hall, and the corresponding public ways. Bed bugs will spread rapidly. Too many cases of persons carrying contaminated furnishing to the exterior of a building have spread the problem along the route to the exterior of the building. Others may take a mattress from the exterior location and adopt its use for their own dwelling(s). There are so many scenarios. We make every effort to destroy the bed bugs on a single visit. We do warranty our work. There are instances when we will want a second visit too; after which a guarantee is in force for a ninety day extended period. For anyone reading this response, we will accomodate any request for preparation for service, and, or responsibility for elimination directives. It was good of Angie's List to offer an opportunity to expound about bed bugs and it was equally appreciated that the time was spent to send in this report. Regards, George Manning Consulting Entomologist www.pestproblemssolved.com

Thomas & Tom B.
03/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were on time, friendly and efficient. Explained procedure well and to follow up if problem persists.
Description of Work: Ant extermination.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$202.5

Arthur & Mary F.
02/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Arrived promptly, analyzed situation & treated the problem. Explained the process. Great service.
Description of Work: Extermination.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Linda H.
02/2013
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Worker was on time and accommodated me even though it was a federal holiday. Very knowledgeable and thorough.
Description of Work: He located various points of entry and offered additional service of sealing outside (pest) entry areas. Baited all three floors and basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SUSAN A.
12/2012
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
. The initial assessment was well done, however over the last 6 to 7 months we are unable to get them to provide follow up to their initial assessment. We had to call them to return to deal with issues of returning mice and rodents, there is a great deal of confusion in dealing with the office staff and the technicians they have sent out seem to know nothing of what they are suppose to do except add more bait to the basement. In talking with the owner on the phone a plan was set and then absolutely no follow through.
Description of Work: We used them for assessment and baiting for mice and other rodents

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$300

Response from American Pest Solutions
Dear customer: You are correct in that you did not receive a proposal for a permanent solution to your quest for mouse exclusion service. I did promise you that an assessment would be forthcoming. Until you wrote your comments herein, I was unaware that we had not finalized this assessment; for this I apologize. I have ordered my office to set a date wherein I will accompany the two technicians who have been handling your account. When we were hired to perform mouse and large roach(american roach) extermination, I had identified a wide open egress for mice that existed below the building's front stoop/front entrance construction. Since the stoop was set on footings that were part of the turn of the last century construction, and because the sidewalk from stoop to curb are not addressing the underpinnings of street, sidewalk and stoop as complimentary, I asked my technicians to do a deep investigation and get back to me. That did not happen. All the while, we have been maintaining the building complex; record shows that there have been several mouse recurrences, which I believe are part of the concealed infrastructural mouse presence that has plagued this structure long before we became involved with this project. You a right to find fault with our delivery and you have hit home as to what we did not do for your building. I knew that the correction work could be expensive and detailed. Even though I am an expert in such infrastructural issues, I did want my people to offer their opinions based on an exacting inspection and analysis; one with which I would interact, and prepare a proposal for your condominium board as well as your management company. If you will allow, I promise to have this information to you and the management agent within the first two weeks of the new year. Now let me attest to the expertise that is required, and for which we are well known and respected. We, as no other company in our category can make the corrections to your building that no other would even attempt to try. Your building sits on a field stone footing installed around the late eighteen hundreds. The stone work has long since leached out the lime that was part of the cement used at the time of construction. All mortar joints are now settled sand/cement that is easily penetrated by rodents that can reach the sub-level of the exterior walls that are adjacent to the sidewalk infrastructure which was elevated during the time when the sewers were installed below the streets. As a result, the brick sewers that were fashioned from common brick, have also suffered the deterioration from time and heavy usage. Mice live under these City underpinnings, gain sustenance from the sewer effluent, and can, at times progress to buildings through the early street/sidewalk field stone retaining walls that hold street and sidewalk in place. Our proposal will include a one year warranty against mouse recurrence, and will be optionally renewable on an annual basis by your building's annual request for continuance. with these annual inspections will be update where additional protection might be needed from time to time. I do hope that you will forgive the inaction that was a result of our inter-office communication failure and the field responsibility that fell short of its mark. Regards, George Manning Consulting Entomologist www.pestproblemssolved.com

Contact information

10404 South Kedzie Avenue Unit A, Chicago, IL 60655

www.pestproblemssolved.com

Licensing

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Pest Control,
Animal Removal

FAQ

American Pest Solutions is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.
American Pest Solutions accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, American Pest Solutions does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, American Pest Solutions offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, American Pest Solutions does not offer a senior discount.
No, American Pest Solutions does not offer emergency services.
No, American Pest Solutions does not offer warranties.
Trapping, fumigation & weed control. We also do not remove dead animals.

Contact information

10404 South Kedzie Avenue Unit A, Chicago, IL 60655

www.pestproblemssolved.com