With over 50 years of experience serving the Des Moines area, Diam Pest Control is your trusted solution for pest control. The president of Diam Pest Control, Perry Tague, is just a phone call away and customer satisfaction is his number one concern. The key factor to effective control is an ability to correctly identify the problem, and no one knows local pests like a local company. We have been providing service for over 50 years.
"On time. Very professional"
Dawn M on October 2018
With over 50 years of experience serving the Des Moines area, Diam Pest Control is your trusted solution for pest control. The president of Diam Pest Control, Perry Tague, is just a phone call away and customer satisfaction is his number one concern. The key factor to effective control is an ability to correctly identify the problem, and no one knows local pests like a local company. We have been providing service for over 50 years.
We are a small veteran-owned pest control startup based in Altoona, Iowa. I started this business to provide affordable pest control to my clients. We are a family-focused company and will maintain that as we grow.
"What distinguishes Michael most is his quick response, cooperation, objectivity, and integrity.
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Mohamad S on November 2025
We are a small veteran-owned pest control startup based in Altoona, Iowa. I started this business to provide affordable pest control to my clients. We are a family-focused company and will maintain that as we grow.
"What distinguishes Michael most is his quick response, cooperation, objectivity, and integrity.
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Critter Control is the Nation's Leading Wildlife Control Firm, specializing in the removal of raccoons, opossums, squirrels, woodchucks, skunks, rats, mice, bats, etc. We offer humane removal, repair of the damage, and exclusion to keep the animals from re entering the home. We also specialize in attic clean up and restoration when animals have soiled the insulation. Please call us at (402) 339-2653 if you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment!
"My service guy was friendly and professional, and I would recommend this service to anyone. "
Stephanie N on November 2025
Critter Control is the Nation's Leading Wildlife Control Firm, specializing in the removal of raccoons, opossums, squirrels, woodchucks, skunks, rats, mice, bats, etc. We offer humane removal, repair of the damage, and exclusion to keep the animals from re entering the home. We also specialize in attic clean up and restoration when animals have soiled the insulation. Please call us at (402) 339-2653 if you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment!
"My service guy was friendly and professional, and I would recommend this service to anyone. "
Don't let mosquitoes ruin the time you spend with family and friends on your yard. Help protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous mosquito bites with this innovative service. Allow America's #1 lawn company to eradicate mosquitoes from your yard. Ask about our Mosquito-Free Guarantee!
"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."
Cindy R on April 2024
Don't let mosquitoes ruin the time you spend with family and friends on your yard. Help protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous mosquito bites with this innovative service. Allow America's #1 lawn company to eradicate mosquitoes from your yard. Ask about our Mosquito-Free Guarantee!
"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."
Preferred Pest Control has proudly served Central Iowa for over 35 years, and is owned and operated by a certified Entomologist. Our team is made up of courteous & hardworking individuals who are extensively trained on new pest control technology. Our technicians perform effective treatments, including the use of bed bug detection canines for highly accurate identification, minimally-invasive termite technology, effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques for commercial clients and so much more. We use pest control methods that are environmentally safe for kids and pets. Preferred Pest Control’s goal is to not only treat the pest problem at hand, but prevent future infestations by educating our clients.
Preferred Pest Control has proudly served Central Iowa for over 35 years, and is owned and operated by a certified Entomologist. Our team is made up of courteous & hardworking individuals who are extensively trained on new pest control technology. Our technicians perform effective treatments, including the use of bed bug detection canines for highly accurate identification, minimally-invasive termite technology, effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques for commercial clients and so much more. We use pest control methods that are environmentally safe for kids and pets. Preferred Pest Control’s goal is to not only treat the pest problem at hand, but prevent future infestations by educating our clients.
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
CYNTHIA H on November 2021
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
"Great work. Called them again for wasp removal at a different home and again were great. Very reasonably priced, and competent."
Pat P on November 2018
Locally owned & operated by Dave Knudson.
"Great work. Called them again for wasp removal at a different home and again were great. Very reasonably priced, and competent."
Pat P on November 2018
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts
Termites are generally more destructive than carpenter ants, which is why it’s important to get rid of termites as quickly as possible. Termites will swarm your home to relentlessly feast on its wood frame, sheetrock, insulation, and carpet down to the studs.
While carpenter ants work surprisingly efficiently, they can still take years to damage your home significantly. It can also take termites several years to fully compromise a home's structure. However, the right colony can take down a full house in about a year. Overall, termites are far more diligent when it comes to destroying structures.
The best way to deal with a rodent problem is to avoid it in the first place. One way to do that is to make your home smell uninviting to them. Here are some household products that can repel rodents. When using oils, try soaking a cotton ball in the stuff and leaving it in places rodents frequent:
Peppermint oil
Eucalyptus oil
Cinnamon
Vinegar
Cedarwood
Cloves
Garlic
Chili oil/powder
Cayenne pepper
A raccoon may be hanging around your house for convenient access to food, water, or shelter. They may drink water out of puddles, pools, ponds, fountains, or your pet’s water bowls. Raccoons are also known to eat just about anything, including food from gardens and waste from unsecured trash cans.
Because scorpions are active during the night, it can be hard to spot them—they are often hiding while you’re up and about. They could be hiding in holes in your walls, behind large appliances, under your bed, in your closet, or even inside your shoes. But, if you’ve seen one scorpion in your home, chances are there are more waiting in the darkness. If you’re on the hunt for scorpions in your home, invest in a UV light, as all scorpions will glow under UV rays.
Rat poison that contains an anticoagulant like warfarin can cause bleeding, chills, confusion, extreme fatigue, headache, convulsions, lightheadedness, and seizures. Anticoagulants prevent your blood from forming clots, which can result in uncontrolled bleeding both internally and externally. Other types of rat poison that aren't anticoagulants attack your liver, kidneys, and digestive system. They can suppress your breathing and heart rate, causing low blood oxygen and poor circulation. Burning in your throat and gastric discomfort are common symptoms.
The Colo, IA homeowners’ guide to pest control services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
How much does bee removal cost? Learn what you’ll pay based on factors like hive location, size of the infestation, extermination or removal, and more.
It’s important to know bed bug treatment costs if you have an infestation. Our guide covers different treatment methods and cost factors to eliminate these pests.
Sometimes birds nest in unwelcome places. Find out how much bird nest removal will cost based on factors like location, bird species, and preventative measures.
Stink bugs are annoyingly persistent, but there are ways to fight back. Learn how to exterminate stink bugs in the house and prevent them from coming back.
Learn effective methods for how to get rid of lizards on your property and in your home. These helpful tips will help you create a reptile-free environment.
