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Modern Exterminating

Pest Control

About us

The Modern Exterminating Company in Jacksonville, NC has protected the areas health and property from pests and rodents since 1952. We are a family owned and operated business led by Mr. Charles Efird, who took over in 1982 after his father and founder of the company, Mr. J.W. Efird. We offer complete pest and termite management solutions to residential and commercial clients. Utilizing the most effective tools to date we can handle any kind of pest problem you may have. We offer one-time service, monthly service, and quarterly service plans. Modern Exterminating handles: Ants and fire ants Rodents Bees and wasps Birds Cockroaches Spiders Bed bugs Mosquitoes and fleas In order to keep your home pest free for life, and for your peace of mind, it is important to have your property professionally inspected every year. Termites that are allowed to thrive in a home can cause expensive damage to your property. Get a no obligation inspection from us anytime. Modern Extermination is committed to providing you with the very best pest management services available anywhere. We provide a full line of pest management for all type pests and in all situations. We have a friendly, courteous, professional staff and experienced technicians dedicated to providing superior customer service, safety and satisfaction. For all your pest control needs call Modern Exterminating Company.

Business highlights

72 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Modern Exterminating Company Inc


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
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MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.852 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
83%
4
10%
3
4%
2
0%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.8
Showing 26-50 of 52 reviews

Melissa D.
01/2016
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They provided pest control services.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Vincencio S.
12/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard P.
11/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Aimee L.
10/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I've had experience with exterminators and I appreciated the thorough service of Modern.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Leah J.
10/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Karen R.
01/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown

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

thomas S.
05/2014
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Inside house and two car garage Outside house and garage And inside 20x20 shed

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$70

Dow B.
02/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: They inspect for signs of damage and then apply their chemicals.

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

cami A.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I think they are great and very thorough. They go out of the way to make appointments that work for our family. They are very thorough about using chemicals that are safe for our pets and kids. They are great about coming out last minute, so if I see any bugs they come out right away.
Description of Work: They come out every month and spray for pest 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
$30

Scott N.
05/2012
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They don’t do any work, they just come once a year and inspect the house. They see if there are any signs of pest or termites. I question them walking around the house just to check for termites but it is a good job. I question whether I am getting what I am paying for. If anything comes up they would come and spray. I have a new house and this contract came with the house that’s why I continued with it otherwise I think it is a lot of money for them to inspect the house once a year. The price is equal to what other companies charge.
Description of Work: We use Modern Exterminating for termites. I have a contract with them.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Dottie B.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I would recommend Modern Exterminating. They do a great job. They are very courteous. They aren't pushy at all. They don't try to tell you things that you don't need. You don't have to have a contract. If you see one bug, they will come back out.
Description of Work: I have used Modern Exterminating. They take care of the bugs and the termite 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
$60

Robert N.
03/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I am on an annual contract with them; they are friendly and seem to know what they are doing. When we moved into this house they had been doing the pest control for the previous owners so we just kept them as our vendor. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I use Modern Exterminating for pest control.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$108

Anna R.
03/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I am very pleased. I am satisfied with them. They are always on time and courteous. They are professional and they seemed to know what they are doing. They give you an estimate and they stick to it. They don’t try to gauge you at the end. They can always lower their prices, not really. I got the services that I paid for. I would rate them highly. I would recommend them and I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Modern Exterminating about 6 months ago. I have been using them for 30 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
$100

Richard C.
12/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They are pretty good. I only had a problem one time. I found some termites in the back door. I got hold of Modern Exterminating. They came right out and replaced the whole door and filled all the concrete. They put killer down in there. I haven't had any problem since then. They come out once a year. I got them on a contract. They come out once a year and do a termite inspection around the house and inside the house and make sure they don't find any termite trails. I know what termites look like and I know what kind of tracks they leave. When I found the signs of the termites in the door jamb, I called them up. They came out and fixed things immediately. The guy that comes out and services me, his name is Mike Beasley. He works for the company and he seems to know what he is doing every time he comes out here. I have built some sheds out in the back and he made sure that he came in and told me that although I had probably used treated wood down there, it is close to the ground so I should get the dirt away from the wood because the termites could still get into the wood if I left it right there for too long. He was very knowledgeable. I spend $78.00 a year. I will keep using their services.
Description of Work: I use Modern Exterminating in Jacksonville for pest 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
$78

Tonya D.
12/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It was a positive experience working with them. They also do our annual termite inspection. They were prompt and they are consistent. They follow up when their annual inspections are due. The explanations they gave us was clear and they killed our bugs and that was good.
Description of Work: I used the service of Modern Exterminating for pest control about three months ago.

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
$60

Kenyatta P.
11/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They did an outstanding job. They are really professional. I am extremely satisfied with the job he did. I am really amazed with the job.
Description of Work: I used Modern Exterminating to spray for insects that were brought in the home.

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
$150

Floyd J.
11/2011
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have been using their services from 1967. They come around November or December. They haven’t come this year; so they will be coming within the next month. I spend around $100 for the continuation of the termite control contract. So far, I have liked them. I haven’t compared their price with anyone else. So far, I haven’t had any termites. They come on time. They call me and tell me when they are going to come. I have used them in the past and I will use them in the future too.
Description of Work: I use the services of Modern Exterminating every year for termite control.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

William S.
10/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were prompt. The guy came the same day I called and got it all done that day. I haven’t seen any termites so I think they did a good job digging trenches, drilling, and all that stuff. I have an annual contract with them now.
Description of Work: Modern Exterminating does my pest control. We bought a house and found out that it had termites.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Debbie H.
08/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It is a yearly thing. I just called them yesterday and I am waiting for them to call me back.
Description of Work: I use Modern Exterminating in two houses for termites. They were last at my rental property to do a termite 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
$108

Nicole P.
08/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It was wonderful!! He was early, called before he came. I have three dogs that are quite annoying (it took me a minute before I could put them up) and the dogs didn't even phase him. He asked what our problems were and asked me to show him where. Then he sprayed outside and inside. It was in and out and hopefully we will be done with these bugs!!!
Description of Work: We were having a horrible ant problem. Curtis was the name of the guy that came here, so he laid out some ant bait and sprayed around 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
$65

Michelle D.
02/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called them on Monday and the receptionist took my name and # and said that a technician would call to schedule an appointment. I recieved a call from him on Tuesday and we scheduled an appointment for Thursday morning. He arrived on time. I showed him where we had found the damage to foodstuffs. He checked the attic and each room in the house, then explained to me what he recommended. After I approved these actions he retrieved his product from his truck and proceeded to go into the attic and place the bait packets. He also placed packets beside the refridgerator, under the stove and sink and also in our bathroom under the sink. After this he walked the perimiter of the house to see if he could identify any exterior access points and went over anything that I should be aware of. Before leaving he went over what he had done and gave me a receipt for my payment and the services provided.
Description of Work: We had bait put out for mice. The exterminator check the home (rental) inside and out for signs of rodents and explained what I should look for in the future. He placed bait in the attic and kitchen and bath areas. He arrived on time, was thorough in answering my questions and professional in appearance and manners,

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
$65

Tracy M.
10/2010
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They are great. They charge $100 for termite inspection and $30 each time they come out to spray. Mike is the one who comes out to spray. He is a good person.
Description of Work: We use Modern Exterminating for termite inspection. They also spray our house monthly.

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
$130

Lisa I.
08/2010
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Nothing stands out. They are friendly and reasonable, they are your average exterminator.
Description of Work: Modern Exterminating did a routine treatment.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$55

Ned R.
12/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
My house is inspected annually by a tech named Elton. I say this because I appreciate the company keeping good, experienced employees. He is extremely understanding of my weird schedule with deployments, etc., and is very accomodating to meet someone in my absence, and he has always been easy to reach via his cell phone. He is extremely nice, and very thorough in his inspection. I usually pay via credit card with a call to the office and they always are very nice and professional in the payment transaction. I have never had a minute of frustration with this company... I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: I have an annual exterminating contract with MODERN EXTERMINATING which I have had for the past 5 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
$109

Whitney G.
11/2009
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The overall experience is smooth and great everytime!
Description of Work: We carry our annual termite coverage with Modern and use them for regular pest and bugs. They are always prompt if not early and very friendly and efficient! We have never had any problems and I would highly reccomend them to anyone!

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
$118
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Contact information

627 College St, Jacksonville, NC 28540

www.modernexterminating.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Pest Control

FAQ

Modern Exterminating is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Modern Exterminating accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Modern Exterminating does not offer free project estimates.
No, Modern Exterminating does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Modern Exterminating does not offer a senior discount.
No, Modern Exterminating does not offer emergency services.
No, Modern Exterminating does not offer warranties.
Modern Exterminating offers the following services: Modern Exterminating Company Inc

Contact information

627 College St, Jacksonville, NC 28540

www.modernexterminating.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
Closed