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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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!
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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."
Locally Owned and Operated. With two office locations Okoboji Pest Control serves the Iowa Great Lakes region and Central Iowa (Boone, Ames, Ankeny, Grimes, Johnston, Clive, Waukee & Des Moines area). Don't call those big chain pest companies who only care about their bottom line. Call me! The guy who's company is locally owned. I care about my community as well as my surrounding communities. Since I am the owner, I will be the only one you work with at my company. No more annoying phone menu's, no more limited hours "between 8AM-5PM." No more waiting for days to have a call back. I typically return calls within the hour. I'll fix your pest problem promptly the first time and my phone rings 24/7/365. I am not licensed to service any termite infestations so please do not contact me with these requests. Call me today 515 290 7011 or 712 566 5242.
"It was great"
GaryThorpe T on October 2020
Locally Owned and Operated. With two office locations Okoboji Pest Control serves the Iowa Great Lakes region and Central Iowa (Boone, Ames, Ankeny, Grimes, Johnston, Clive, Waukee & Des Moines area). Don't call those big chain pest companies who only care about their bottom line. Call me! The guy who's company is locally owned. I care about my community as well as my surrounding communities. Since I am the owner, I will be the only one you work with at my company. No more annoying phone menu's, no more limited hours "between 8AM-5PM." No more waiting for days to have a call back. I typically return calls within the hour. I'll fix your pest problem promptly the first time and my phone rings 24/7/365. I am not licensed to service any termite infestations so please do not contact me with these requests. Call me today 515 290 7011 or 712 566 5242.
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.
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.
Are you having problems with pests in your house or farm? Pests B Gone provides expert and professional pest control service to commercial and residential properties throughout North Central Iowa. With our expertise in exterior and interior pest control, we guarantee quality service and customer satisfaction. Call us today and let us help you get rid of those pests!
Are you having problems with pests in your house or farm? Pests B Gone provides expert and professional pest control service to commercial and residential properties throughout North Central Iowa. With our expertise in exterior and interior pest control, we guarantee quality service and customer satisfaction. Call us today and let us help you get rid of those pests!
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts
Brown recluse spiders—and other species of spiders—invite themselves into your home in search of a warm, dry, dark spot with easy access to insects. Food sources, like the insects that live in your house, often attract spiders to your home, so if you’ve got a bug problem, you’ll probably have spiders moving in quickly.
Roach spray usually starts working almost immediately on contact—within seconds to a few minutes. However, if it's a residual spray designed to keep killing over time, it can take hours or even days to fully affect roaches that come into contact with treated surfaces. For larger infestations, it may take at least a week to see a noticeable drop in activity, since not all roaches are exposed at once.
Generally, the chemicals in hornet venom deliver a more painful sting than wasp stings. But wasps can still pack a punch when they sting, especially if they sting multiple times. One of the most painful insect stings in the world is that of the tarantula hawk. Fortunately, this sting is usually only an issue if you’re a tarantula.
Seeing a termite swarm near your home is a strong indication that a colony is nearby, but it doesn’t always mean your home is infested. Swarmers may emerge from outdoor colonies or neighboring structures. However, if the swarm is inside your home or you notice discarded wings near windowsills, it likely means termites are nesting within your walls or foundation. A professional inspection is the best way to confirm and address a potential infestation ASAP.
Scorpions may be native to desert climates, but they are nocturnal and like to find shelter in dark, cool places during the day. Your home has many ideal spots to conceal themselves in. Beyond that, they can get all the food they need from the other insects or spiders hiding in the walls of your home, and your air conditioning vents likely have condensation to provide them with cool water to drink.
The Gilbert, IA homeowners’ guide to pest control services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Find out how much it costs to remove armadillos and stop them from coming back. Know how much to budget to humanely remove these pesky critters from your yard.
Tenting is a costly but effective way to exterminate termites. Learn the average termite tenting cost and everything that will factor into your budget.
While ground bees play an important role in our environment, severe infestations can cause issues. Learn how you can get rid of ground bees with this guide.
