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A-1 Inc Exterminators

Pest Control, Home inspection, Basement Waterproofing,

About us

Our company is a second-generation, family-owned business that has provided quality pest control services to the Hampton Roads area since February of 1970. Our goal has always been to provide honest, dependable, and professional service to our customers. We are proud of our 43 year history and we work diligently everyday to continue that level of excellence. Our Owners, Karen and Bill Pye, hold VDACs Commercial Certified Applicator licenses in: wood destroying insects general pest control turf management and ornamentals and are in the office or the field every day Our technicians are all Certified Commercial Applicators with the Virginia Department of Agriculture either when they began employment with our company, or within one year of being employed. This is done to ensure their level of training and expertise is up with A-1′s standards. Our office personnel are Certified Registered Technicians as well, which gives them a firm grasp on pest control services and allows them to be as thorough as possible when answering your questions. Our owners. technicians, and office staff attend monthly training and safety meetings plus Virginia Department of Agriculture(VDAC) training sessions and training sessions offered by our product manufacturers. Additional DBA - A-1 Pest Control, Tidewater Crawl Space Solutions, A-Aardvark the Exterminator.

Business highlights

54 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Eco Friendly

Services we offer

General Pest/Rodent control, Termite & Moisture control including dehumidifiers, french drains, fungi treatments, sump pumps, adding sand to crawl, vent & access wells, etc. Termite pre-treatments, Certification Letters for real estate sale or refinance. No charge second opinions and free estimates. Fully-staffed office every day to answer inquiries, quote standard prices and explain services.

Services we don't offer

Lawn mowing, general lawn fertilization & termite bait systems.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%



Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.8612 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
8%
3
2%
2
1%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 126-150 of 612 reviews

Christopher S.
09/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
Well, excellent contact throughout process wtih office. Were helpful in explaining services to me regarding moisture barrier and other services. Followed up when they promised without having to be contacted.
Description of Work: Termite inspection (with coupon), treatment for borring insect and replacement of moisture barrier underneath 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
$1,000

Steve R.
09/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Everything went as scheduled and exceeded all expectations. I really appreciated the detailed report including digital pictures. I plan on having them back out to condition the crawlspace.
Description of Work: Termite/rodent inspection and treatment. Provided estimate on controlled crawlspace and treatment plan.

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
$99

brenda R.
09/2014
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They came out and did an inspection for treatment and gave me an estimate. Their estimate was the highest of 3 that I have gotten. They were prompt and friendly.
Description of Work: I purchased a deal from this company for $99 termite/pest inspection & treatment.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Nathaniel A.
08/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They did an okay job. They were reasonable and did what they needed to do. I saved some money with the Big Deal. The scheduling was perfect and they got the job done in about 20-30 minutes.
Description of Work: It was a Big Deal for $73 for a termite inspection and re-treatment warranty.

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
$73

Hanyan W.
08/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
The technician was on time and very professional. I would recommend this company to my friends.
Description of Work: The technician came in and provided overall inspection of the whole house.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$79

Brian C.
08/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
Inspection and the overall process went smoothly. The technician was on time and got right to work. After he completed the inspection he took time to explain his findings as well as options for further follow-on inspections to ensure we remained termite free.
Description of Work: Provided a termite inspection for my 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
$73

Ruth H.
08/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Late due to traffic - no big deal. It happens in this area. Was professional, courteous and offered suggestions and guidance on moisture under house. Would definitely use again.
Description of Work: Inspected under the house and treated for spiders

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
$99

Jeffrey S.
08/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
The technician arrived on the morning of the scheduled date and provided a thorough inspection of the premises, a riverside condominium, that we closed on at the end of June 2014. His inspection was conducted as a verification of an inspection performed at the Seller's expense. A-1 Inc Exterminators provided us peace of mind that the property was free of termite evidence and the cost of their inspection also included one year of follow-on service as required. I highly recommend this provider to residents of the Hampton Roads area.
Description of Work: Termite inspection for condo we were preparing to purchase.

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
$73

Chris D.
08/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The person was on time and very nice. He have is options to get the mostire out from under the house. The suggestions were cost effective and honest.
Description of Work: They treated the outside if the house 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
$100

Joseph C.
08/2014
2.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The special said spider webs would be cleaned from the windows and a spray to prevent future spider webs would be applied. The guy was done by the time I got home so I couldn't even see what he had done. I only saw the spider webs still around two windows so I knew they hadn't been cleaned. All in all it was a good deal but they lost any future business when I saw they had not done all that was promised.
Description of Work: Fumigation service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$98

Response from A-1 Inc Exterminators
We are sure sorry to hear that the member was dissatisfied with the service and we wish he had just called us to say we had missed the de-webbing on a couple of windows. We would have been more than happy to come back by at his convenience. In fact, we called the member on both July 10 and July 18 and left messages for him to followup with the service but we never heard back. The deal that the member purchased was for a full termite, moisture and pest inspection, exterior general pest treatment and the de-webbing plus an organic product applied around windows and doors to discourage webbing by spiders. This service usually takes up to two hours, depending on the size of the house, and this member wanted us to visit his home after 4 p.m. That was certainly not a problem but I wrote to the member through the Angie's List Message Center and asked permission to arrive a little earlier than 4 so we could get started with the inspection and drawing our graph while we waited for him to arrive. Our GPS tracking shows that we arrived at the home at 3:07 p.m. to get started and then we didn't leave the property until 4:45 p.m. The member signed all of our paperwork and even had discussion with the technician about getting the crawl space treated at a later date. We understand that the member may not have noticed the windows we missed until after we were gone but again, one phone call or message or email and we would have returned immediately. I definitely understand how the member feels; I know that for me personally, if I have to tell a contractor that they missed something I am more than a little annoyed. But this was our first contact with the member and a new service program offering for our company; I just wish we had been given a chance to make it right. In any case, the member's home qualified for our one year Termite Protection Plan and that paperwork has been sent to him. He will be contacted to provide a no charge six month check-up inspection and then an offer to renew next year. We hope that he reads this response to his review and allows us to return and complete whatever was missed. That offer still stands.

David A.
07/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
The inspection was complete with no sign of termites.
Description of Work: Conducted termite inspection. Provided info on termite and other 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
$82

Catherine L.
07/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
Great. Very nice and professionsl.
Description of Work: 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
$140

Ruth H.
07/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
While the technician was caught in traffic and considerably late, it all worked out. He was professional and knowledgeable. I will use them to treat my house again in the future.
Description of Work: They inspected the crawl space for termites and other pests, as well as moisture and fungus. He treated the house for spiders

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Andrew G.
07/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The inspection went very well and all services described were provided in a professional manner.
Description of Work: Termite inspection.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

David A.
07/2014
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went well. Did not realized it was only an outdoor treatment and inspection and I had to pay extra for indoor treatment. He was professional and thorough.
Description of Work: pest and termite inspection

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
$100

shawn L.
07/2014
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The advertised deal was ambiguous and did not include actual termite treatment. Company advised they could not treat for termites and issue a termite letter for this deal, which is the only reason I purchased it.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$99

Response from A-1 Inc Exterminators
We are sorry to hear the member was confused about the Angie's List offer. We attempted to schedule the service for the address given when he bought the service but had no phone number. Once he did contact us by phone we realized he wanted a WDIO Report for a mortgage loan closing AND a termite treatment for a different property. We are certain that sometimes the consumer does not realize what complete termite treatment costs but we do all that we can to explain when asked. In this case, when we discovered what the member really needed and wanted, we felt the fairest response was to allow him to use the $99.00 special to get the WDIO report that normally costs $149.00. We never even got to the property he was buying or selling to know if it needed a treatment at all but, as always, the member is free to request a refund in full from Angie's List so I would hope that this member has no further issues with us. I would like to talk this opportunity to advise any consumer that if they are in need of something this important such as a WDIO Report for a mortgage loan closing, a required legal document for the purchase of real estate, please take care in ordering it. One must be sure the company is qualified to perform and licensed to provide such documents, and is able to provide it in a timely manner to meet closing dates. These WDIO Reports are rarely, if ever, something that is offered at bargain pricing via a coupon or online advertising. We trust the member has found a company to perform his inspection and issue his report AND hopefully, all was clear and he did not have to go to the expense of a termite treatment.

mary C.
07/2014
1.0
pest control
  + -1 more
When I called to schedule an appointment for a termite treatment it was never explained to me the deal was only for a pest treatment. When the rep came out and told me what he was scheduled to do for us, I asked him for a quote on the termite treatment and he said it would be about $1100.00! When I questioned him about the wording in the ad, he agreed it was a bit misleading. The Big Deal reads; "$99 Termite/Pest Inspection & Treatment - Plus Re-Treatment Warranty and More" Further in the review it states: Complete exterior pest treatment on foundation for general pests (such as ants, beetles, roaches, crickets, ticks, Black Widow and Brown Recluse spiders, etc.) with Termidor (WHICH IS USED TO TREAT TERMITES) Here's the (partial) Deal: Checking for active termites in or on your home and also for evidence of inactive termite infestations Inspection also includes evaluating possible troublesome conditions conducive to termite and general pest problems such as: ........... No charge One Year Termite Protection and Re-treatment Warranty if home qualifies at conclusion of inspection which includes: 1) Annual Inspection 2) No charge re-inspections when termite activity is suspected 3) No charge termite treatment to infested areas when termites are found to be active in or on the structure The Home Pest Advantage Plan is renewable each year at $239. This ad is totaling misleading and it does lead one to believe this does include a termite treatment. There should be in Big Bold letters that IT DOES NOT INCLUDE TREATMENT FOR TERMITES. THIS IS WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE. I am very disappointed with this company and Angie's List for backing this ad. This is simply a way for this company to get into my home and sell me on additional services. Please note, the rep that came out was very nice and professional, I am not badmouthing him, he was just doing his job, my beef is with A-1 and the add they put out and Angies List for putting this misleading ad out there.
Description of Work: Nothing, after he explained he was there to do a complete inspection of my home inside and out and treat for pests not termites.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

$99

Response from A-1 Inc Exterminators
We apologize for the member's time and trouble after purchasing our Big Deal only to find that it was not what she wanted. We spent a great amount of time fine tuning the wording on this offer because it includes quite a lot of information. We wrote this deal and with Angie's List advertisers' help, titled it to all parties' satisfaction. It would never be in our company's best interest, and certainly not Angie's List, to mislead any of our customers. Our company has grown and sustains itself through repeat business and long term customers, not on quick, fly by deals. This particular deal was so all encompassing that it was quite lengthy to read and we can appreciate and understand that it all may not have been completely clear to the member. But regardless, everything was explained to the member in person by our technician, nothing was done without her permission and she is entitled to a full refund from Angie's List. It is certainly disturbing to find that the member feels so wronged but again, we felt we had explained the deal online in extreme detail and had only the best intentions. Of course, our hope was to make the member a customer for years to come. It is particularly important that this member understands that termite treatment is no small undertaking. When done properly, it is an all day job for most structures, requires the use of specialized equipment and trained, licensed applicators. A proper treatment need only be done about once every 10 years. It would not be possible to provide such a service for $239.00 much less the discounted price of $99.00. We are aware now that this member may not have had any prior experience with termite treatment and has no knowledge of these details and we can only hope that she accepts our apology for the confusion.

GORDY H.
07/2014
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I wasn't impressed with them at all. They merely confirmed what I already knew about the termite situation, and their treatment wasn't entirely effective agains the ants. Ultimately, I hired another company for a much lower cost to successfully treat the termite situation which also took care of the ants.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for them to do an interior and exterior ant treatment and to inspect for termites.

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

$100

Response from A-1 Inc Exterminators
It is always disappointing to find a member was dissatisfied with our service but I'm not certain how we could have helped in this situation. The member bought an Angie's List Deal for ant treatment and a termite inspection just about 14 months ago. We visited his rental property on May 31, 2013, performed the ant treatment and the inspection. We did find an active termite problem in the garage, which he was already aware of, and quoted him a price for a termite treatment as he had requested. Our office contacted him by phone that same day to discuss his interest and options. He expressed interest in getting other quotes, which is always advisable, and when we called him back to touch base just 10 days later, he let us know that he had chosen another company. There was no other correspondence in our system relating to dissatisfaction with the ant treatment or any other issues. I see from this recent Angie's List post that the other price he got for termite treatment was less expensive. We certainly understand but I would have hoped our review would have fared better than average for all other categories except for price. It is important for the consumer searching for termite treatment to understand, as we do, that there are nearly 600 termite companies in the [member information removed] area and one will find numerous options if they shop enough; everything from type of chemical to method of treatment can vary. It can be difficult for the homeowner to know if they are comparing apples to apples or apples to oranges. We are most definitely not the cheapest company in the area but we know that our trained technicians, regular follow-up and always available, trained office staff bring a lot to the service. In any case, we hope all goes well for the member and we're sorry we couldn't have been of more service.

Dennis R.
07/2014
5.0
pest control, home inspection
  + 0 more
Dave3 did a very thorough job, explained each step, and made reasonable recommendations, which i plan to adopt on a phased in basis.
Description of Work: Home pest 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
$99

Carol H.
07/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went fine. I didn't meet them but they did a good job. Their responsiveness was very good.
Description of Work: It was a Big Deal Purchase. I think they just inspected and then issued a warranty. I wasn't there.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$82

Deanne J.
07/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
great job; very thorough; very professional
Description of Work: inspected my home inside and out 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
$72

Scott C.
06/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Went extremely well. Appt was made for morning, and I missed them (due to Dr appt). They were there before 8:30, which was around the time I got home. They left a "missed you" hanger on the door, and I called them as soon as I got home. Heather was the person I spoke with, and explained the situation. She checked, but the technician had already left the area. She apologized (several times) and said she thinks (but can not confirm) the technician may be able to "fit me in" later in the day, and she would keep in contact with me through-out the day. As this was my fault (was not home), I appreciated that kind of response. Just after 10am, I got a call from Heather letting me know that the technician could be there in about 30 minutes, and asked me if that would work / be ok with me! (Asked, not 'told' me - WOW!) The technician arrived on time, and was nothing less then awesome. Tim (the tech) "did his thing", and surprised (and exceeded our expectations)! Of note, the last termite folks we had did a look around (standard inside garage, separate building and crawl space). Typical "termite inspection" took around 15-20 minutes. I need to tell you, A1's Tim took his time, explained what he was doing (and looking for). So after about 45 minutes, I followed him to his truck (expecting to sign some paperwork), when he advised me he "wasn't done yet"! (Did I say WOW?) As he started unreeling a hose, I asked and he let me know that part of the service was a foundation treatment. (I don't pretend to know what that means, but he went completely around and sprayed the foundation of the house.) He mentioned this would help with termites & ants. - Cool! OK, at this point I really though he was done - but not yet! He came out with what looked like a big duster (a fuzzy thing, about twice the size of a softball) and was spraying it with something (Web out?)... As he continued, I walked with him as he went around every door and window, spraying the stuff on the duster and clearing all the cobwebs. OK, How many times can I say - WOW!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND A-1 Inc Exterminators - A VERY Happy customer...
Description of Work: More then we expected!

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
$99

deena R.
06/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The exterminator was punctual and thorough. He answered all my questions, and explained the different services available. I plan to contract this company for pest services in the near future.
Description of Work: 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
$89

michelle E.
06/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went okay. They sent one tech out to do the inspection & he worked outside. He was punctual to our appointment. They didn't have to return - I haven't seen any termites since they came.
Description of Work: I bought a big deal for $73 for a Termite Inspection and Re-Treatment Warranty.

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
$73

Thomas M.
06/2014
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have been using A-1 for the last few years and they have been great. Our neighborhood had a rat/mouse problem last winter and they were very quick to come by and take care of it for us. The price is always good and they are very professional on the phone and when they arrive.
Description of Work: Renewal of termite warranty.

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

Response from A-1 Inc Exterminators
We all thank [member name removed] for taking the time to share his experience with us in such detail on Angie's List. He has been an absolute pleasure to work for and to work with at each and every visit!

Contact information

1704 S Park Ct, Chesapeake, VA 23320

http://www.a1inc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
91-000002
Trade License Locale
Virginia
Trade License Authority
VDACS
Trade License Expiration
03/31/2017

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,
Home inspection,
Basement Waterproofing,
Insulation,
Animal Removal,
Plumbing,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Handyman Services,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Foundation Repair,
Structural Engineering,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking

FAQ

A-1 Inc Exterminators is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

A-1 Inc Exterminators accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, A-1 Inc Exterminators offers free project estimates.
Yes, A-1 Inc Exterminators offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, A-1 Inc Exterminators offers a 5% senior discount.
No, A-1 Inc Exterminators does not offer emergency services.
Yes, A-1 Inc Exterminators offers warranties.
A-1 Inc Exterminators offers the following services: General Pest/Rodent control, Termite & Moisture control including dehumidifiers, french drains, fungi treatments, sump pumps, adding sand to crawl, vent & access wells, etc. Termite pre-treatments, Certification Letters for real estate sale or refinance. No charge second opinions and free estimates. Fully-staffed office every day to answer inquiries, quote standard prices and explain services.
Lawn mowing, general lawn fertilization & termite bait systems.

Contact information

1704 S Park Ct, Chesapeake, VA 23320

http://www.a1inc.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday:
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM