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Last update on February 06, 2025
At Hawx Pest Control, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. Hawx Premium Pest Control will treat your pests, mosquitos, and more- then keep them away for good. If pests come back between treatments so will we, at no additional cost to you. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"They knocked down the hornets nest, however they do have a predatory contract. I only needed them for one thing. The contract has 4 check marks at which it appears that it is when you will be charged but the way you will be charged is monthly and not quarterly. Who needs a monthly pest subscription at $50 for 12 months? To break the contract is $200 so be aware and read the contract carefully. Hopefully theyll get a class action due to these practices. Good luck! "
Alex T on January 2025
At Hawx Pest Control, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. Hawx Premium Pest Control will treat your pests, mosquitos, and more- then keep them away for good. If pests come back between treatments so will we, at no additional cost to you. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.
"They knocked down the hornets nest, however they do have a predatory contract. I only needed them for one thing. The contract has 4 check marks at which it appears that it is when you will be charged but the way you will be charged is monthly and not quarterly. Who needs a monthly pest subscription at $50 for 12 months? To break the contract is $200 so be aware and read the contract carefully. Hopefully theyll get a class action due to these practices. Good luck! "
Alex T on January 2025
At Pointe Pest Control we take pride in protecting your home from year-round invaders and seaonal pests. We are committed to providing safe and environmentally conscious options to tackle even the toughest pest problems . Our service is backed by the best guarantee in the business. If we do not provide a service to your level of satisfaction, we will promptly return for free until you are satisfied. The Natural Choice is Pointe Pest Control. The team at Pointe Pest Control is committed to providing safe and environmentally conscious options to tackle even the toughest pest problems.
"I was ripped off by these people totally. I am 70 but should have known better. You have to keep your eye out for this type of service provider. Being bombarded with paper is a sure sign. Live and learn."
Dean G on October 2023
At Pointe Pest Control we take pride in protecting your home from year-round invaders and seaonal pests. We are committed to providing safe and environmentally conscious options to tackle even the toughest pest problems . Our service is backed by the best guarantee in the business. If we do not provide a service to your level of satisfaction, we will promptly return for free until you are satisfied. The Natural Choice is Pointe Pest Control. The team at Pointe Pest Control is committed to providing safe and environmentally conscious options to tackle even the toughest pest problems.
"I was ripped off by these people totally. I am 70 but should have known better. You have to keep your eye out for this type of service provider. Being bombarded with paper is a sure sign. Live and learn."
Dean G on October 2023
Family Owned and Operated
"Moved into a new house, discovered some evidence of mice. Schopen came to the rescue! Setting an appointment was easy, the tech arrived on time, was friendly. He did a visual inspection inside and outside of the house and patched possible entrances around the foundation. He set traps and bait stations and then came back for a maintenance check. No major evidence of intrusion--the holes they filled outside worked! I am keeping them on for maintenance and adding a spider and bugs b/c they give a single fee for maintenance on both--which is a great deal. They also have an account portal on their website so clients can track spending, notes, and appointments. One national brand came and tried to upsell me--saying that I needed them to install a barrier around my house because of some issue with my siding ($2000!) and the cost of their annual service was double Schopen. I highly recommend skipping the big-name brands and going with this family-owned business."
Craig E on December 2021
Family Owned and Operated
"Moved into a new house, discovered some evidence of mice. Schopen came to the rescue! Setting an appointment was easy, the tech arrived on time, was friendly. He did a visual inspection inside and outside of the house and patched possible entrances around the foundation. He set traps and bait stations and then came back for a maintenance check. No major evidence of intrusion--the holes they filled outside worked! I am keeping them on for maintenance and adding a spider and bugs b/c they give a single fee for maintenance on both--which is a great deal. They also have an account portal on their website so clients can track spending, notes, and appointments. One national brand came and tried to upsell me--saying that I needed them to install a barrier around my house because of some issue with my siding ($2000!) and the cost of their annual service was double Schopen. I highly recommend skipping the big-name brands and going with this family-owned business."
Craig E on December 2021
Rose Pest Solutions has been providing premier family and pet friendly solutions to homeowners and business owners' pest control needs for over 160 years. With 12 locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky, our staff are specially trained and certified bed bug and termite experts, mosquito experts, rodent control pros and so much more. Trusted for generations, we treat our customers the way we want to be treated. Realtors, property managers, food industry businesses, hospitality industry businesses and homeowners across the Midwest rely on Rose's historical family business for superior results when it comes to inspections, IPM programs for businesses, and solving tough issues. Trusted for generations, we treat our customers the way we want to be treated. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with our employees and customers. Realtors, property managers, food industry businesses, hospitality industry businesses and homeowners across the Midwest rely on Rose for superior results when it comes to a pest inspection, termite inspection, IPM prevention programs, commercial pest control and solving tough issues.
"The south side location of Rose Pest Control that was handled by the Indiana Team, initially started smooth and approaching 2 years of service for me. During COVID period there was a change in staff and management. From there, Poor follow up - No Calls, and poor service where only partial work was done(No Signature confirming work was done), but the the Indiana (Franklin) Rose Pest Control Team expected full payment(to which I stopped the auto deduction the payments) for the subpar, partial work that they did not complete. Despite my several attempts in contacting them to complete the unfinished job). After my frustration with them died down, I attempted to resolve the matter and made several calls(unanswered). I then received a bill for what was claimed as service rendered but the service was not complete. I never received a followed up despite my attempts to reach out to address the matter. The Indiana staff didn't care to assist or nor bother understand my issue. You "had" a Long Term Customer but poor management blew the opportunity"
Peter O on June 2022
Rose Pest Solutions has been providing premier family and pet friendly solutions to homeowners and business owners' pest control needs for over 160 years. With 12 locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky, our staff are specially trained and certified bed bug and termite experts, mosquito experts, rodent control pros and so much more. Trusted for generations, we treat our customers the way we want to be treated. Realtors, property managers, food industry businesses, hospitality industry businesses and homeowners across the Midwest rely on Rose's historical family business for superior results when it comes to inspections, IPM programs for businesses, and solving tough issues. Trusted for generations, we treat our customers the way we want to be treated. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with our employees and customers. Realtors, property managers, food industry businesses, hospitality industry businesses and homeowners across the Midwest rely on Rose for superior results when it comes to a pest inspection, termite inspection, IPM prevention programs, commercial pest control and solving tough issues.
"The south side location of Rose Pest Control that was handled by the Indiana Team, initially started smooth and approaching 2 years of service for me. During COVID period there was a change in staff and management. From there, Poor follow up - No Calls, and poor service where only partial work was done(No Signature confirming work was done), but the the Indiana (Franklin) Rose Pest Control Team expected full payment(to which I stopped the auto deduction the payments) for the subpar, partial work that they did not complete. Despite my several attempts in contacting them to complete the unfinished job). After my frustration with them died down, I attempted to resolve the matter and made several calls(unanswered). I then received a bill for what was claimed as service rendered but the service was not complete. I never received a followed up despite my attempts to reach out to address the matter. The Indiana staff didn't care to assist or nor bother understand my issue. You "had" a Long Term Customer but poor management blew the opportunity"
Peter O on June 2022
McKnight's Pest Management Inc has 30 years experience in the Pest Control Industry. Lawrence McKnight has serviced thousands of homes and businesses is his career and has the expertise to handle any customer's problem. So give me a call today and ask about my 10% discount off your initial treatment.
"Very professional and personable. Called and arrived exactly as he said he would. Even did follow up as he said he would. He gave tips on how to prevent future problems. Good service at a fair price."
Donna F on February 2019
McKnight's Pest Management Inc has 30 years experience in the Pest Control Industry. Lawrence McKnight has serviced thousands of homes and businesses is his career and has the expertise to handle any customer's problem. So give me a call today and ask about my 10% discount off your initial treatment.
"Very professional and personable. Called and arrived exactly as he said he would. Even did follow up as he said he would. He gave tips on how to prevent future problems. Good service at a fair price."
Donna F on February 2019
Shepp Pest Control is a family business that was started in 1968 by Len Siepka. His son, Mark Siepka joined the company in 1983 and currently acts as the customer service manager. Shepp Pest control is a member of the GCPMA and is a certified pest control applicator by the Illinois Health Department. We have 45 year experience servicing residents, small businesses, churches, corporations, restaurants & management companies/condos.
"I had several wasps nests around the corners of my home and in a vent. There was also one I didn't notice but the very keen and knowledgeable team member pointed it out. All were gone in a matter of minutes. He also noticed the mud wasp nests on stone work at my home. I learned something new today! Quick and pleasant staff with excellent communication on work being done. I highly recommend them."
Anna P on August 2020
Shepp Pest Control is a family business that was started in 1968 by Len Siepka. His son, Mark Siepka joined the company in 1983 and currently acts as the customer service manager. Shepp Pest control is a member of the GCPMA and is a certified pest control applicator by the Illinois Health Department. We have 45 year experience servicing residents, small businesses, churches, corporations, restaurants & management companies/condos.
"I had several wasps nests around the corners of my home and in a vent. There was also one I didn't notice but the very keen and knowledgeable team member pointed it out. All were gone in a matter of minutes. He also noticed the mud wasp nests on stone work at my home. I learned something new today! Quick and pleasant staff with excellent communication on work being done. I highly recommend them."
Anna P on August 2020
Six-Time Super Service Award Winner! American Weathermakers is a family-owned business that has been servicing residential Chicago-land customers since 1949. We design, service and install numerous types of HVAC systems for new and regular customers every day. At American Weathermakers, we pride ourselves in being the most thorough, trained and technologically advanced group of HVAC professionals in the Chicago area. Our customers rely on us to be candid, transparent and affordable all while successfully creating and maintaining a comfortable, energy efficient, and safe environment in their homes. Comfort Club Membership is available. The benefits include discounts on tune-ups and repairs, automatic scheduling for tune-ups, extended warranties on most repairs and priority emergency service. These benefits are designed for you to save money on heating and air conditioning costs. We are ready right now to help you maintain and service your HVAC system without any hassles or hidden costs. Contact us today. The American Weathermakers professionals on staff can explain more about our services, what you can expect from our company and the benefits of joining the Comfort Club. We mean it when we say that we won’t be comfortable until you are. Let us get your HVAC system up and running so you and your family are comfortable through the rest of winter and into another Chicago summer. Additional phone: 855-955-4822 or 847-509-7777
"Once again, American Weathermakers saved the day! Have used them for over 30 years and they’ve been consistently good and very responsive in critical situations and still continue to deliver quality service. During the last sub-zero cold spell with wind chills running in the minus 30 degree range, I woke on Sunday morning, about 6am, with the house a very chilly 52 degrees. Seems the furnace was not working! Immediately called American Weathermakers and reached their answering service. A very nice lady took my information and said someone call me back. About twenty minutes later, Zlatan Pasic, their Installation Manager, called and said he was headed into the office and would be going past my home and could stop and see if he could find the problem. When he arrived, he was immediately able to solve one problem but there was a blown circuit board that would need replacing. Obviously, he didn’t have one with him but said he would check as soon as he was in the office and and let me know. Told me it would take an hour or so to get back to me because he also needed to coordinate all the service calls coming in due to the storm and cold. He called about an hour later and said they had the circuit board (!!) and as soon as a technician was free and could get to the warehouse to pick it up, they would be out. Matt Merkelz, one of their service technicians, arrived within a couple hours with the part and up had the unit up and running in short order. By late afternoon, my house was once again warm and snuggy!"
LINDA M on January 2024
Six-Time Super Service Award Winner! American Weathermakers is a family-owned business that has been servicing residential Chicago-land customers since 1949. We design, service and install numerous types of HVAC systems for new and regular customers every day. At American Weathermakers, we pride ourselves in being the most thorough, trained and technologically advanced group of HVAC professionals in the Chicago area. Our customers rely on us to be candid, transparent and affordable all while successfully creating and maintaining a comfortable, energy efficient, and safe environment in their homes. Comfort Club Membership is available. The benefits include discounts on tune-ups and repairs, automatic scheduling for tune-ups, extended warranties on most repairs and priority emergency service. These benefits are designed for you to save money on heating and air conditioning costs. We are ready right now to help you maintain and service your HVAC system without any hassles or hidden costs. Contact us today. The American Weathermakers professionals on staff can explain more about our services, what you can expect from our company and the benefits of joining the Comfort Club. We mean it when we say that we won’t be comfortable until you are. Let us get your HVAC system up and running so you and your family are comfortable through the rest of winter and into another Chicago summer. Additional phone: 855-955-4822 or 847-509-7777
"Once again, American Weathermakers saved the day! Have used them for over 30 years and they’ve been consistently good and very responsive in critical situations and still continue to deliver quality service. During the last sub-zero cold spell with wind chills running in the minus 30 degree range, I woke on Sunday morning, about 6am, with the house a very chilly 52 degrees. Seems the furnace was not working! Immediately called American Weathermakers and reached their answering service. A very nice lady took my information and said someone call me back. About twenty minutes later, Zlatan Pasic, their Installation Manager, called and said he was headed into the office and would be going past my home and could stop and see if he could find the problem. When he arrived, he was immediately able to solve one problem but there was a blown circuit board that would need replacing. Obviously, he didn’t have one with him but said he would check as soon as he was in the office and and let me know. Told me it would take an hour or so to get back to me because he also needed to coordinate all the service calls coming in due to the storm and cold. He called about an hour later and said they had the circuit board (!!) and as soon as a technician was free and could get to the warehouse to pick it up, they would be out. Matt Merkelz, one of their service technicians, arrived within a couple hours with the part and up had the unit up and running in short order. By late afternoon, my house was once again warm and snuggy!"
LINDA M on January 2024
A-Alert Exterminating Service, Inc. is a Chicago, IL-based pest control company that is dedicated to providing quality pest solutions
"Very poor experience. Did not perform services requested. Did not contact us about follow-up appointment, when we messaged they claimed they stopped by-- without an appointment. Would definitely not use again nor trust."
Ken T on January 2021
A-Alert Exterminating Service, Inc. is a Chicago, IL-based pest control company that is dedicated to providing quality pest solutions
"Very poor experience. Did not perform services requested. Did not contact us about follow-up appointment, when we messaged they claimed they stopped by-- without an appointment. Would definitely not use again nor trust."
Ken T on January 2021
At Lawson Home Inspection & Radon Testing Services, our company performs radon testing, home inspection and building inspection for clients in Hinsdale and Chicago for over 25 years. Call us at 630-365-9333.
At Lawson Home Inspection & Radon Testing Services, our company performs radon testing, home inspection and building inspection for clients in Hinsdale and Chicago for over 25 years. Call us at 630-365-9333.
Attic Solutions is an animal control service that will remove any and all animals from your home. We specialize in the worst cases such as bat and raccoon infestation. We will work with your insurance to not only remove the animal but restore your attic to its original condition to prevent further infestation.
"It went very well. Ryan from Attic Solutions came out to meet me the day after I called, on the July 4th holiday no less, to investigate what I reported. After reviewing the situation in detail he explained that he could set out traps but due to the way the deck is oriented and open he would catch many animals from the neighborhood and it would not be cost effective. As such, he recommended that I seal off the deck area and use ammonia rags to deter the animals from using that area. After providing that assessment he said there would be no charge for the visit today which was a surprise. I would definitely recommend Ryan and will call him if I have any more issues in the future."
Patrick G on July 2018
Attic Solutions is an animal control service that will remove any and all animals from your home. We specialize in the worst cases such as bat and raccoon infestation. We will work with your insurance to not only remove the animal but restore your attic to its original condition to prevent further infestation.
"It went very well. Ryan from Attic Solutions came out to meet me the day after I called, on the July 4th holiday no less, to investigate what I reported. After reviewing the situation in detail he explained that he could set out traps but due to the way the deck is oriented and open he would catch many animals from the neighborhood and it would not be cost effective. As such, he recommended that I seal off the deck area and use ammonia rags to deter the animals from using that area. After providing that assessment he said there would be no charge for the visit today which was a surprise. I would definitely recommend Ryan and will call him if I have any more issues in the future."
Patrick G on July 2018
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.