Best Pest Control in Connecticut

Paying for Pest Control

The pest control industry has generally organized payments by plan, so most payments fit in one of the following categories:

• Pay one lump sum
  Some companies will provide an option to pay one large payment which covers all visits for the length of a contract. This is one of the least common payment methods in the industry.
• First visit fee with subsequent visit fees being less
  This is probably the most common payment option in the industry. After an inspection and first service, customers pay an initial fee. Think of this as a deductible. It will cover the first visit, and it will also be the most expensive payment. After this first visit, all following visits will have a less expensive fee. For example, if you bought a pest control plan under this payment system, you may pay $125 for the first visit, but for every quarterly visit, you may only pay $80.
• Single service fee
  Almost all companies offer a single service fee, but it is discouraged for several reasons. Single service fees are generally more expensive; most single service prices are around $130-$250, depending on the service. Companies also discourage single visits because one visit is not the best solution to completely eliminate most pests.
• Monthly fee
  A few pest control companies offer monthly payment options. These payments are generally the same price every month, which differentiates them for the second option.

Remembering Location

When looking into pest control, always verify the location of a company first. Because pest control companies send representatives to provide an in-house service, many companies only service local areas. While there are several large pest control companies that cover areas throughout the United States and even into other countries, they are less common. This may seem inconvenient, but it could actually benefit you. Keep in mind that local pest control companies likely understand the specifics of pest control in your region. After all, pest control needs in the desert regions of the Southwest will differ greatly from pest control in the humid East Coast.

Choosing Plans vs. Single Service Visits

While pest control companies would obviously prefer all customers to buy plans rather than single service visits, there are pros and cons to both.

• Plans
  Plans allow you to maintain peace of mind. Most bugs coming into your home require multiple services to eliminate them and then halt the reproduction cycle. An inspector will come and visit your home and give you a plan to suit those needs. They will continue to care for your home for approximately a year, returning either monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly. The added bonus to plans is that most pest control companies offer a type of guarantee: if pests come back between the scheduled visits, they will return and take care of the problem, free of charge. With a plan, you will end up paying more than you would for a single service, but you have longer, more assured coverage.
• Single Service Visits
  While plans are best for some situations, single service visits can also be ideal. For customers who may be dealing with something other than bugs, such as mice or even a raccoon, entering their home, a one-time service may be all you need. Keep in mind, though, that these services tend to be a bit pricier. Overall, a single service will cost less than a plan, but it will most likely cost about the same as two or even three visits within a plan.