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Preferred Pest Control
Rodent Pest Control Service, Bug and Insect Pest Control Service, Bird and Bat Pest Control Service,
About us
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.
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
40 years of experience
Services we offer
Pest Control & Exterminating
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.930 Reviews
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Patricia F.
Oct 2017
Bats gone.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
Mary M.
Sep 2017
It went very well, he found two places on the outside that we're probably the back entrances. He block those with a one-way device waited two weeks remove the devices and check the attic. I feel pretty sure That the bats are gone. It is nice to have a three-year warranty also.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
Roger W.
Sep 2017
This service was the initial treatment. Jon was on time. He was very friendly and respectful. He got right to work. He sprayed inside and out. Plus removed spider webs. We're very pleased.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
Rebekah B.
May 2017
Went well! Professional and knowledgeable
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
Barbara M.
Apr 2017
Came twice to treat initially. Now on quarterly rotation. Too soon to tell if ants finally gone. We were told very hard to eradicate. So will wait and see.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review, [Member Name Removed]! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
SHAWN M.
Apr 2017
they were thorough- checking for and finding additional nests which they removed.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We appreciate you choosing Preferred Pest."
Andrea F.
Apr 2017
Jed Johnson was very personable. Easy to talk to, felt like I had a friend over! Very confident that he did a great job and I love the fact that they will come back for free if I see any creepy crawlers before they are scheduled to come out again.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind review. We are glad that you had a great experience and we appreciate that you chose Preferred Pest!"
Gene R.
Feb 2017
Excellent. The technician showed up on time, knew everything about the ants ("sidewalk" ants), knew they were not destructive, and took care of them in one visit.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words. We are glad that you had a wonderful experience and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Trish R.
Jan 2017
Very well no problem since service started. No worries for pets and products used did not stink.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Terri S.
Dec 2016
It was $176 because we had spiders and stuff. I think it was a onetime thing to start with. Everything was good. The technician was really nice. I think we are going to switch over to them. Our other pest guy just isn’t working for us anymore.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Trish R.
Nov 2016
Fine. Professionally explained process and services available before and during application.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Nita B.
Oct 2016
It went very well. They have returned to follow up twice to make sure nothing new has hatched.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Jerry S.
Dec 2015
Brian was pleasant and seemed very knowledgeable. He was professional neatly dressed and did a thorough inspection of our property.I would use him again.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Kelley C.
Nov 2015
Excellent service! They came to our home for an initial consultation (FREE) and provided recommendations. They were not pushy but simply laid out what our options were. We couldn't be happier! Punctual, professional, and friendly. A+!
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Cindy R.
Nov 2015
They come out four times a year to spray for bugs around my home. Before they were coming out we had a problem with wolf spiders and ants coming into the home and wasp nests around the home. Since they have come out we have had no ants this summer in our home and no wolf spiders this fall so far. All the wasps nests are taken care of as well. They get rid of all spider webs around the home and spray around the home 3 times during the spring-fall, then do a one time spray indoors during the winter. We are super pleased with how fast they came out and that we do not have to call to set up appointments four times a year. We also love not dealing with spiders, ants, and wasps.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Masha S.
Sep 2015
Jim did great. He was very responsive on the phone and got back to me asap. Very flexible when scheduling the appointment, And provided feedback when I called back for a follow up (service was performed while we weren't home). Also, when I mentioned that we were hoping to have the spider webs knocked off the windows and house, Jim was super eager to come back and take care of that, even though it technically wasn't part of the service we contracted. Would definitely use them again (although, hoping we won't have to!)
Mark Q.
Aug 2015
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Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Gayle L.
Jul 2015
I used Preferred Pest last year to rid bats that wanted to come inside our home. After getting the bat out, he inspected the outside as well as the attic and inside of the house. Our home is over 110 yr. old so finding a way in would be easy. After patching holes and inserting a "vent for exit" we were bat free. About 2 weeks ago, another bat found his way in and Brad came out to see where it came in. (our son removed the bat) Anyway, after re-checking the soffits and facia (?) all appeared okay. He then went up on the roof and found missing cement from around the top of the chimney. We had some work done earlier on the chimney area. Brad took pictures to show me the problem then applied wire mesh and cement to close the opening around the furnace vent pipe.
I trust this company and Brad Smith. I feel he was very detailed in his work and trustworthy .
I trust this company and Brad Smith. I feel he was very detailed in his work and trustworthy .
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Janyce E.
Jan 2015
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Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Carolyn S.
Nov 2014
Yellow jackets moved into a planter on our front porch and stung anyone entering or exiting through the front door. Jim came out and within minutes our front porch was safe again.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Robert S.
Nov 2014
There was an issue with roaches in a current apartment. Brian came out for a free inspection. He was punctual, professional and very knowledgeable. Since the person who lived in the apartment was going to move, he wanted to know what to do so he wouldn't take roaches with him to the new apartment. Spraying was not an option, since the whole apartment complex had roaches and would have to be sprayed to be effective, but Brian gave a lot of ideas of what to do and not to do for the move. He was very helpful and informative. I would definitely hire this company and highly recommend them. I was very impressed.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Teresa C.
Jun 2014
So far, so good! We back to woods and a ravine so our property is very shaded/moist - the perfect habitat for bugs. Lots of wasp nests and spiders webs were removed. Very thorough process.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your review and for choosing Preferred Pest!"
Tena V.
May 2014
It went very well. The gentleman that came was very knowledgeable and explained everything in great detail.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Terrence H.
Jul 2013
I don't actually have any issues about insects but when I see something they come out immediately; they were very efficient, they let me know when they are coming and they show up when they said they will; the people they send out are very knowledgeable and friendly, they don't have any issue as far as personality or anything like that, they ask questions if there's anything else to be done; they do their service in the right way as far as costumer service counts and I will recommend them if somebody asked me about it.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for your kind words! We are glad that you had a great experience and for choosing Preferred Pest."
Bart B.
May 2012
I use them four times a year.
Response from Preferred Pest Control
"Thank you for choosing Preferred Pest!"
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FAQ
Preferred Pest Control is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Preferred Pest Control accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Preferred Pest Control offers free project estimates.
No, Preferred Pest Control does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Preferred Pest Control does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Preferred Pest Control offers emergency services.
No, Preferred Pest Control does not offer warranties.