Best 10 Pest Control Companies in Simi Valley, CA

Pests such as wasps and bed bugs can be a nuisance in any Simi Valley home. If you're dealing with an infestation, a licensed exterminator can help you contain it before pests damage your health and home.

No matter what your concerns are, our guide to the best pest control companies in Simi Valley can help.

How To Choose a Pest Control Company

Hiring the best company for you is the most important step in the pest control process. You might take into consideration a company's qualifications, methods, years of experience, customer reviews, and service prices.

Below, we discuss each factor in more detail.

Does the company have a valid license and permits to perform pest control?

All pesticide applicators, as well as those that supervise them, must be licensed via the appropriate California regulatory agencies. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established minimum standards of competency, but issuing, maintaining, and revoking licensure is handled at the state level.

Is the company a member of any professional organizations?

Pest control companies can obtain optional certifications from trade organizations like QualityPro. These certifications can help you assess the quality of a company's products. For example, the GreenPro Service Certification recognizes comprehensive and effective pest control methods that are safer for humans and the environment.

Pest control companies can also belong to certain professional organizations. When a company becomes a member of an organization like the National Pest Management Association(NPMA) (or a state-level organization), it receives access to resources, education, and a network of other pest control professionals with whom to compare methods. This can give you added peace of mind that a company is following industry best practices.

Professional Experience and Specialties

You can look at a pest control company's years in business to help determine how much experience it has handling various pests. You can also explore its website or peruse customer reviews to determine whether it has adequate experience with the species of pests you are struggling with. If this information can't be found online, contacting a representative directly is a good way to learn more.

Reviews and Recommendations

You can look up a company's Better Business Bureau (BBB) rating, look for reviews on social media or local review sites, or check the standing of its license via the California licensing board.

Cost of Services and Guarantees

Things like the type of pest being treated, your location, the size of your house, and other factors can all influence the price of pest control.

You can find out whether a company offers free on-site estimates (to determine if it fits in your budget) and what type of guarantees it has. Often, a company will provide a guarantee that if it does not resolve your pest problem, it will keep coming back until it does.

Safety and Treatment Methods

Keeping yourself, your family and your pets safe is an important consideration when selecting a pest control provider. You may also prefer one that uses eco-friendly pest management treatment methods.

Safety

Your pest control expert should be using pesticides that are low toxicity or non-toxic when possible. If any pesticides used don't fit into one of these categories, your technician should explain what safety precautions will be in place to protect your family, your pets, and you. Pesticides that pose more than a minimum risk should be registered with the EPA.

Treatment Methods

Many pest control companies have started making the switch to using more natural and environmentally friendly treatment methods before (or instead of) harsh chemical pesticides. Some utilize a program called Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The steps of IPM are as follows:

1. Identify problem pests and assess whether immediate action is needed.
2. Decide on the safest course of action.
3. Use a combination of physical, biological, mechanical, and cultural controls to manage the pest problem.
4. Employ chemical controls only if needed, and always along with other solutions for effective long-term pest management.
5. Assess the outcome and continue with additional pest control treatment methods as needed.

Common Household Pests in Simi Valley

Some specific pests are seen more commonly in Simi Valley, and these are the ones to keep an eye out for. Some of these include the following:

• Termites: If termites get out of hand, they could cause hundreds or thousands of dollars in damage. Often, termites get inside via nearby piles of mulch, firewood, or rotting wood.
• Snakes: Snakes often enter homes looking for food, and once inside they tend to prefer dark, damp, and cool places. Although the majority of snakes are harmless, you and your family should not take that risk.
• Bees: Having bees around your home can be a nuisance, especially if someone in your household is allergic. Your pest control technician can help get rid of bees, and some might even be able to help safely relocate hives.
• Mice: Some telltale signs of mouse activity include chewed wires and droppings around your house. Mice tend to frequent attics or places where food is stored.
• Spiders: You may encounter spiders in your attic or other moist, dark places. Most spiders are harmless and pose no threat to humans, but you still don't want an infestation of them in your house.
• Bed bugs: Bed bugs may be found throughout California and can cause serious problems if left untreated. Because infestations of bed bugs can be tricky to get rid of, we recommend having professional extermination as soon as you discover the problem. These pests can infest bedsheets, furniture, wallpaper, and more.

Sources

• EPA
• National Pest Management Association