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Plunkett's Pest Control

Pest Control

About us

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.

Business highlights

109 years of trusted experience
Women Owned & Operated
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

Residential & commercial service of a variety of pests, such as ants, roach, mice, mouse, rats, rodents, wasps, hornets, bees/wasps/hornet’s nest, silverfish, moths, flies, mosquitoes, maggots, centipedes, millipedes, cockroaches, spider, bed bugs, lady bugs, boxelder bugs, and fleas, termite inspections.

Services we don't offer

Small animal & wildlife control available through our wildlife division: http://varmentguard.com

Amenities

Senior Discount

yes

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.8178 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
8%
3
3%
2
2%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 26-50 of 178 reviews

Jim A.
12/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called Chris at Conquest at 9 am and he had someone out here by 1:30. Alex walked the property, set traps inside, and gave recommendations to help prevent entry into my home. I called back as I noticed the rat trying to climb my stairs from my basement. Carlos was sent out and arrived at 5:30. Carlos stayed over an hour to catch it. Chris, Tessie (customer service rep), Alex, and especially Carlos went above and beyond what they needed to do. I can't thank them enough and they have my highest recommendations. They allowed me and my family well tonight and i can't thank them enough. Conquest will be my first and only choice for any pest solutions and will be recommended to all my family and friends.
Description of Work: I had a rodent in my 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 K.
11/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went well and they had a 30 day guarantee.
Description of Work: I needed my basement sprayed for spiders.

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

Carol R.
10/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Carlos was one of the sweetest service technicians I've ever had in my home. But also very good at what he was doing. All was great. Timely, reasonable, easy. Everything I like. Not a service I want to hire again (:-)) but if ants come knocking again, I will call Conquest. (Only note is that when I called, I was directed to their website. So a little goofy to me that I was on the phone and directed elsewhere. I didn't get a response to my email inquiry but was open to the fact maybe I didn't input something correctly. So I called back and just left a voice mail on the first voicemail box option. From there, everything was very prompt and professional.)
Description of Work: Baiting for sugar ants

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
$166

Sheila G.
10/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We had a great experience with Conquest. They were easy to schedule. Michael was on time and very professional. I was concerned about seeing a few carpenter bees around our wooden deck. Michael was very thorough in his examination. He also answered all of my questions. A follow-up visit is included in the regular rate, if necessary. Michael came out a second time and was just as great. We haven't seen any bees since then. We've done everything he recommended to keep it from happening again, which feels really good. I would definitely recommend Conquest. Thank you to Michael.
Description of Work: Carpenter Bee Extermination from Wooden Deck

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

Wade W.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Went very well. After a couple of days, no more ants.
Description of Work: Ant abatement inside and outside

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

James V.
09/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went great. Michael called promptly within the two hour window provided and let me know when he would be arriving at my home. He laid out for me exactly what he was going to do to remove the hive from my garage and what I should expect after it had been removed regarding the wasp's reaction to the nest's removal going forward. Michael cleaned up afterwards all of the debris from the removal and explained how the emailed invoice and work having been done documentation process would work.
Description of Work: The team member, Michael, came out to my house to remove a large sized wasp's nest from the side of my garage roof. He also during his inspection of my overall home noticed another hornet's nest up near the attic dormer of my house, which he also took care of. Lastly, he took the time to notice that my neighbor next door also had a bee issue under the stairs of his home, which I notified my grateful neighbor about.

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
$148

Jordan L.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They sprayed around the outside and inside of the house and haven't seen any more ants.
Description of Work: Had a problem with ants getting into the house.

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

Dana L.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were affordable. They do have a high rating on Angie's List and that is why I choose them to begin with. The toxicity of their supplies is good for my kids and pets, so I thought that is really great.
Description of Work: Extermination for ants.

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
$50

Dana L.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
What stood out about them was how quickly they could come, their knowledge of what they needed to do to solve the problem for me, and the supplies they used were non-toxic for my kids and my pets. I plan to use them next spring when I have the same problem.
Description of Work: exterminator for ants

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

Sylvia B.
08/2017
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They didn't communicate very well. They came and set the traps and left. Came back to pick up what they needed. They were fine. I would use them again. we noticed immediate changes with pests.
Description of Work: They set traps for us.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stacy R.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It helped the problem as well as can be expected. It's been a few months, and I may have to call for another applications on.
Description of Work: I've used them for years. The product doesn't last as long as it used to, but that's only because of regulations outside of their control. I appreciate that they come back for a second application if the first isn't effective. They've always been prompt and professional. Also, their prices are fair. I like a company I can rely on over the years.

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

Karen M.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Our experience was flawless from start to finish. The person who answered the phone was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He listened to my concerns regarding potential toxicity and very patiently explained how their baits worked and why they were not dangerous to pets or people. We were able to schedule service within a few days, despite the fact that we called at the start of a holiday weekend. The technician was on time, friendly, and knowledgeable. The baits have been in place for about 5 weeks, and we haven't seen a single ant for the last few weeks. We are very happy with Conquest and strongly recommend them.
Description of Work: We had ants entering the house and needed a pet-friendly solution to eliminate them.

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
$175

Tom G.
08/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I would hire them again. One guy came. He was top line, engaged, professional in his industry. He knew what he was talking about. He was interested in the client. If they are engaged than you're good. I paid what I got for. To me the price was fine.
Description of Work: They provided pest control 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

Michael C.
07/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Very well. It turned out not to be a termite or serious ant issue. Worker explained what clues he was looking for and explained the minor problem I had, naming the ant. I gave the go ahead and he treated inside and out. There has been no insect problem since.
Description of Work: Investigation and treatment of possible termites.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Mary S.
07/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Ken was great to work with. Very knowledgeable, professional, and a friendly guy too. He discussed what his plan was and then quickly got the job done. A few weeks later I noticed a few ants still sticking around and he came back out and finished them off free of charge. The person running the office/answering calls was very friendly and accommodating too.
Description of Work: An ant problem in the 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

Jordan L.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Significantly less bugs coming in the house.
Description of Work: Sprayed pesticide in and around house for insect control.

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

Denise S.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The service provider was very professional and knowledgeable with the problem. He used a couple of things. Whatever he did it worked. The estimate included one return visit with 45 days if needed.
Description of Work: Extermination of carpenter ants at a living room window. Surveyed yard for ant activity and took care of nests in the grass and on sidewalk.

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

Laura A.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
So far so good. We did need to request a return trip after 2 weeks for a second treatment. They have a 30-day warranty. Technicians were polite and professional. Neither arrived in marked vehicles, so that was a little confusing. That may be an effort to be discreet. There was not a long wait to get appointments. People in the office that take the calls were also very pleasant and helpful.
Description of Work: Ants in a 4-unit apartment building.

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

Laura A.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Service went very well. Technician was on-time, professional, and thorough. Did not arrive in a marked vehicle, so that was a little confusing...but I assume that is to be discreet. They also do place a "heads-up" call when they're getting close, which is appreciated. We did have to take advantage of their 30-day guarantee, as the ants were still around after 2 weeks. But since the second treatment nearly 2 weeks ago, so far no new sightings of live ants. I also like that they don't require any sort of contract or obligation for return trips like some of the larger companies do.
Description of Work: We had an ant problem in our 4-unit apartment building. We tried ourselves with baits, but couldn't completely get rid of them.

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

Joel S.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Very well. It took a couple of weeks for the ants to disappear (which Conquest advised us when they did the treatment). Conquest was correct - a few (sometimes more than a few) ant stragglers were around after treatment, but within 2 weeks, the ants were gone.
Description of Work: Ant infestation removal

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$185

Joel S.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Very well. Ants were gone about 4 days after treatment. Conquest was honest and said that if the ants came back by date x, they would do a 2d treatment for a reduced price. Some ants came back, and conquest did the 2d reduced-price treatment.
Description of Work: Needed to get rid of a feral ant infestation in our house.

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
$300

Bridget Z.
05/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We purchased a 3 month spraying package and it went pretty well. I know we are facing an uphill battle based on bordering yards who don't spray, as well as weather, etc that can wash away what is sprayed, but it was a noticeable difference between our yard and walking next door. The initial spray had to be done twice but they were quick to respond to emails and set up a second date. We entertain quite a bit and it's nice to be able to sit out on the deck or in the back yard and not be either covered in bug spray or bites.
Description of Work: spraying yard for mosquitoes

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

ROBERT F.
05/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were good. They came out the next day. I was very happy about that. They made it so easy. It didn't smell and he located where he thought the ants were coming in. He put down some product and sprayed the baseboards and it didn't take him long. It was non-poisonous product. No more ants! They came right on time. I have recommended them to family.
Description of Work: They provided extermination of ants.

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
$90

Ed D.
05/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Pest issue continued and Conquest stood by their guarantee. They returned to address the issue without additional costs!
Description of Work: Needed to address small pest issue left from a previous tenant. Reached out to Conquest Pest Solution, scheduled convenient appointment and were on site and on time.

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

Peter B.
05/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They seem to have rid us of rats (for now). The process involved setting out traps and poison inside and outside a crawl space over a period of several weeks. The price covered up to ten visits and I think we used all ten, with the last about a month after we thought we were done when a rat got caught in the outside trap. They did not seem eager to help clean up the area, though, and I had to look elsewhere for that.
Description of Work: Rat control

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Contact information

8218 N McCormick Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076

https://plunketts.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
052-040557
Trade License Locale
IL
Trade License Authority
Illinois Department of Agriculture
Trade License Expiration
12/31/2021

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Pest Control

FAQ

Plunkett's Pest Control is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Plunkett's Pest Control accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard
No, Plunkett's Pest Control does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Plunkett's Pest Control offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Plunkett's Pest Control does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Plunkett's Pest Control offers emergency services.
No, Plunkett's Pest Control does not offer warranties.
Plunkett's Pest Control offers the following services: Residential & commercial service of a variety of pests, such as ants, roach, mice, mouse, rats, rodents, wasps, hornets, bees/wasps/hornet’s nest, silverfish, moths, flies, mosquitoes, maggots, centipedes, millipedes, cockroaches, spider, bed bugs, lady bugs, boxelder bugs, and fleas, termite inspections.
Small animal & wildlife control available through our wildlife division: http://varmentguard.com

Contact information

8218 N McCormick Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076

https://plunketts.net

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed