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Platinum Pest Services

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Platinum Pest Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Platinum Pest Services! Serving Waterloo and the surrounding communities, we are putting our wide array of experience to use to effectively rid your home or office of pests. We offer oderless and environmentally safe solutions for: • Rodents • Cockroaches • Ants • Termites • Wasps • Spiders • And many more Selling your home or business? Contact us for a real estate inspection. We are licensed and insured, as well as locally owned owner operated. We can start you on the road of being pest free much sooner than you think. Call today for a free inspection!

Welcome to Platinum Pest Services! Serving Waterloo and the surrounding communities, we are putting our wide array of experience to use to effectively rid your home or office of pests. We offer oderless and environmentally safe solutions for: • Rodents • Cockroaches • Ants • Termites • Wasps • Spiders • And many more Selling your home or business? Contact us for a real estate inspection. We are licensed and insured, as well as locally owned owner operated. We can start you on the road of being pest free much sooner than you think. Call today for a free inspection!

HAWKEYE EXTERMINATING

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HAWKEYE EXTERMINATING

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hawkeye Exterminating is a locally owned pest control company in Cedar Falls, Iowa. We provide services for residential and commercial properties, VA & FHA inspections, and Construction Pre Treatments. If you have a current problem or you would like preventative maintenance, trust Hawkeye Exterminating LLC for reliable services. Hawkeye Exterminating services include… Bed Bugs, Termites, Ants, Spiders, Roaches, Fleas, Rodents, Mosquito control, Asian Beatles, and more. Call Hawkeye Exterminating today, and speak with a friendly and professional licensed technician at (319) 277-7075 also ask about senior discounts. Again that number is (319) 277-7075 Hawkeye Exterminating is proud to serve the great people of Iowa.

"Mike is quick, knowledgeable, friendly, and competitively priced. We had a carpenter ant problem, and it was cleared up after just a few treatments. Would recommend to anyone in the Cedar Falls or Waterloo, IA area!"

Andrew S on November 2022

Hawkeye Exterminating is a locally owned pest control company in Cedar Falls, Iowa. We provide services for residential and commercial properties, VA & FHA inspections, and Construction Pre Treatments. If you have a current problem or you would like preventative maintenance, trust Hawkeye Exterminating LLC for reliable services. Hawkeye Exterminating services include… Bed Bugs, Termites, Ants, Spiders, Roaches, Fleas, Rodents, Mosquito control, Asian Beatles, and more. Call Hawkeye Exterminating today, and speak with a friendly and professional licensed technician at (319) 277-7075 also ask about senior discounts. Again that number is (319) 277-7075 Hawkeye Exterminating is proud to serve the great people of Iowa.

"Mike is quick, knowledgeable, friendly, and competitively priced. We had a carpenter ant problem, and it was cleared up after just a few treatments. Would recommend to anyone in the Cedar Falls or Waterloo, IA area!"

Andrew S on November 2022

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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5101

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TruGreen Lawn Care - 5101

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52 years of experience

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.

"My lawn is worst in neighborhood, no effect from 1st service. Did not come out for repeat treatment as promised despite many calls. Does not return calls. Looks to me that all the 5- star reviews here are fake."

Richard S on May 2023

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.

"My lawn is worst in neighborhood, no effect from 1st service. Did not come out for repeat treatment as promised despite many calls. Does not return calls. Looks to me that all the 5- star reviews here are fake."

Richard S on May 2023

P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

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P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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.

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Enviro-Pest Solutions LLC

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Enviro-Pest Solutions LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

***Until further notice we will be no longer servicing Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas.*** We are a family owned & operated company that is in the business of protecting your home and family from pests. We offer an Eco Friendly approach to pest control with a variety of organic product to fit all pest control needs.

"This company is very good. We've been using them for 2 years now, and haven't seen bugs or spiders since. They are very good about working around my schedule and notifying me in advance of when my next treatment is. I would definitely recommend them."

Shannon J on April 2018

***Until further notice we will be no longer servicing Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas.*** We are a family owned & operated company that is in the business of protecting your home and family from pests. We offer an Eco Friendly approach to pest control with a variety of organic product to fit all pest control needs.

"This company is very good. We've been using them for 2 years now, and haven't seen bugs or spiders since. They are very good about working around my schedule and notifying me in advance of when my next treatment is. I would definitely recommend them."

Shannon J on April 2018

Plunkett's Pest Control

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Plunkett's Pest Control

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

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."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Ant and termite infestations look very different. Since termites feed on wood, one of the warning signs of their presence is drooping drywall, peeling paint, loose floor tiles, and crumbling wood. On the other hand, ants feed on plant- and animal-based food options, so you’ll likely spot a colony near your home’s food sources. If you’re unsure what type of pest infestation you have, hire a pest control specialist to inspect for you.

You can remove a wasp nest yourself, but it isn’t a good idea. Although it looks easy enough to hit down a nest with a broom, wasps may be inside or around the nest and are known for getting aggressive when their nest is threatened. If you follow our guidelines for removing wasps nests with pesticide spray, insecticidal dust, water and dish soap, or boiling water, you may be able to safely tackle the problem.

Using rat poison in your crawl space can be risky. While it may kill rats, they can die in hard-to-reach places, causing foul odors and attracting other pests. Yikes. Moreover, secondary poisoning can happen to pets if they consume poisoned rats. If you decide to use poison, consult a local exterminator for guidance to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Paper wasps look similar to other wasps, like yellow jackets. They have narrow, but not thread-like, waists with black or brown bodies and yellow colorations. You can better identify paper wasps by their nests, which are made with regurgitated wood pulp. The nests look like they are made from paper and usually have visible hexagonal holes, like a honeybee hive.

They build their nests in places like eaves or branches, and their removal more often warrants the help of a wasp control specialist near you.

While it may seem counterintuitive to continue sleeping in a room with bed bugs, it’s the best option to avoid spreading the infestation to other rooms, homes, or surfaces. In the nights before your bed bug removal professional arrives, continue sleeping in the same bed, but wear as much protective clothing as possible, such as long pants, long socks, and long-sleeve shirts. That way, you’ll limit the number of bites during the night.

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