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Avatar for Diam Pest Control
Diam Pest Control
4.9(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1958

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"June of 2013 I bought a 1926 home that had been inhabited by an elderly person who wasn't able to do much maintenance or cleaning allowing the silverfish and spider populations to thrive.  During the renovation prior to moving in I was killing about 5-7 spiders a night including one I thought was a brown recluse.  I was a wreck after that and too scared to move in. I called Diam in a panic and they sent out Jason the next day. 
Jason did an excellent job of inspecting my property inside and out and explaining the habits of brown recluses and their distinct web style.  He did notice a lot of cellar spiders but assured me that he didn't see any brown recluse webs. He put down traps in likely spider traffic areas and said he would come back in 30 days to inspect the traps to see which types of spiders were present just to make sure.  He sprayed quite liberally around my exterior foundation and all around the house and walk in attic area and told me to call them before the 30 days if I was still having problems and advised that I download their free Diam Pest app on my smart phone so I could send them pictures of any weird spiders or other pests.  I felt so much better after his visit that I was able to move in.
He came back 30 days later to do a follow up spray and trap check. Traps contained a couple varieties of cellar spiders but no brown recluses. I also noticed a signifcant reduction of spiders. After the 1 month followup spray there were none. This exceeded my expectations as all the research I did online in old house forums said that spiders were difficult to control.  I was so pleased I decided to go on a quarterly contract.  Since then I have had two maintenance treatments at $89 a pop and I haven't seen a spider in the house in months. Worth every penny!
I really appreciate that they send reminders and follow up calls to confirm the quarterly maintenance appointment. I also like that they send the same representative to my house each time. 
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Diam Pest Control Team
Diam Pest Control
Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA
4.3(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The Critter Control Company was easy to reach (a live person!) and arrived promptly for the appointment. Their representative, Tom Mendicino, was professional in every way. Tom gave me a far better understanding about invasive animals and also demonstrated great compassion for the critters that he deals with. Tom gave me a kill or no kill option on the squirrels, which made the choice to hire him easier. 
Removing the squirrels was no small task and took a couple of weeks. I believe a total of 4-6 squirrels were trapped and removed. Tom then did a first rate job in patching the holes and used a more rodent resistant material. He did a few extras too, at no additional cost. Our home is over 100 years old and has many issues, for anyone who works on it. Tom never complained, always explained every detail and answered all questions that I had. He demonstrated a great attitude as well. Whenever there was a need to call him, he almost always
answered his phone immediately! I would gladly have Tom Mendicino back if I ever need this type of work done again. In addition to the squirrel abatement, Tom did a bat check on my house and attic. He did not charge extra for this. 
I had the pleasure of speaking to the office people at Critter Control as well after the initial appointment. I found them to very accommodating and professional. This is a first rate company and I would highly recommend them.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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KIWF Pest Control
4.9(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great service! Job done right and thorough. No pests for the 3 months until service was due again. Very professional, friendly, and reasonably priced. Would recommend."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
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Fenix Pest Control, Inc
4.3(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fenix was great to work with. They came when they said. They asked questions and listened for answers. They did their own assessment of my home and the potential issues. They were great to work with. The tech that came to our house was great and very professional."
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Response time1 day
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Terminix® Pest Control
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

When pests show up, so do we.\n\nFor nearly a century, Terminix® has been one of America's most trusted names in pest control. Every day, our exterminators serve thousands of homes and businesses nationwide, combining national service with local knowledge to provide best-in-class, proactive pest management solutions. We stop problems before they start and respond quickly if issues arise, keeping your property protected.\n\nAnd for extra peace of mind, if pests come back, so do we‐guaranteed.\n\nThe Terminix It Guarantee means that if pests come back, so do we – to re-treat at no additional cost. No excuses, just a commitment to care for your home like it's our own with protection you can trust.3

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HAWKEYE EXTERMINATORS
4.9(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Hawkeye Exterminators to help with a maggot infestation resulting from a dead animal on the roof of our home. The animal had been removed for a few days but the problem persisted, which is quite usettling and gross! Before I searched Angie's List for Pest Control I had contacted a chain company for animal control but did not think I was on the right track. Mr. Rhinehart answered my initial call directly and scheduled me the same day. He surveyed the roof area involved and identified the source of our ongoing concern, cleaning away and spraying accordingly. After the more acute problem was addressed, at our request he made a more routine application to the exterior of our home for spiders. We appreciate the professional, courteous and timely service - we will depend on this company for future needs.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Janssen Pest Solutions Inc
5.0(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Janssen Pest Solutions is a family owned and operated business servicing our customers since 1987. We have skilled and knowledgeable staff in our office and in the field to solve your pest issues quickly and keep them away for good. We have the most experienced Bed Bug Detection Canine and handler in the State of Iowa. "Abby" has been on the job since 2008. Our Hybrid heat remediation service provides customers with a top of the line solution to their bed bug issues. We service commercial, residential and multi-family dwellings for structural pest control. We also offer termites services for all the above structures. Let us earn your trust!

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Sort of. Hornets are a subsection of wasps with some unique characteristics (along with yellowjackets and similar types of insects). Hornets are generally rare in the United States, with European and Asian hornets the two notable examples.

Hornets tend to be significantly larger than wasps, often larger than one inch. They are also typically white or brown striped instead of yellow like many wasps. They tend to be one of the more aggressive types of wasps, which when combined with their size makes them a priority for homeowners.

You can make a DIY frog repellent with salt, citric acid, or vinegar. Spray the repellent around your pool to deter frogs from jumping in.

Rubber mulch doesn’t attract mice. Unlike organic mulches, which can serve as food and nesting material for mice, rubber mulch has no nutritional value or comfortable nesting spots, making it less appealing to rodents.

No, poison isn’t the best way to deal with animals in your attic. It’s unlikely to completely eradicate the problem, especially if you don’t take care of access points. Also, poisoned animals may die and decay in the attic, causing noxious odors. 

Some animals may leave the attic before the poison kills them, which could lead to nearby pets or other wildlife eating the animals and becoming poisoned themselves. Ultimately, it’s better to avoid using poison and contact a professional instead.

No single deterrent will work 100 percent of the time, so we suggest combining deterrents to ensure your seed has the best possible chance to grow. Using bird netting over your seed, with physical deterrents like mylar tape coupled with hanging bird feeders at the edges of your growing area—and removing any bird’s nests, if possible—will give your seeds the best possible chance for success.

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