Excellence to us means doing the right thing—every time. We built our company on honesty, respect, and personal accountability. Our team pairs proven know-how with real care. Your concerns guide our work; your peace of mind is how we measure success.
"This company was efficient in removing the deceased wildlife in our side yard. The technician even went further part of their service to identify potential openings around the roofline that pest may enter from. Offering to correct the situation in the future."
Sheri K on September 2025
Excellence to us means doing the right thing—every time. We built our company on honesty, respect, and personal accountability. Our team pairs proven know-how with real care. Your concerns guide our work; your peace of mind is how we measure success.
"This company was efficient in removing the deceased wildlife in our side yard. The technician even went further part of their service to identify potential openings around the roofline that pest may enter from. Offering to correct the situation in the future."
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."
Insect Control, Bird Control My crew and I have over 100 years of state licensed experience in the pest control business. Each of my highly trained employees have been with the company for 3 to 14 years, and are known around town as courteous, friendly, and helpful. We are a quality minded company that cares for our customers like they were our own family. We treat your home with the care and respect it deserves! Give us a call, If by chance we miss your call, if you leave us a message we will promptly try to return your call by the end of the day. We have been members of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, and joined the Joplin Board of Realtors in 1997. We carry full worker s comp on all our employees. ACCORDING TO THE JOPLIN GLOBE SURVEY! DARREL KIDD PEST CONTROL WAS VOTED #1 PEST CONTROL COMPANY IN THE 4 STATES Please give us a call now and we will safeguard your home against the disease, damage and nuisance of pests.
Insect Control, Bird Control My crew and I have over 100 years of state licensed experience in the pest control business. Each of my highly trained employees have been with the company for 3 to 14 years, and are known around town as courteous, friendly, and helpful. We are a quality minded company that cares for our customers like they were our own family. We treat your home with the care and respect it deserves! Give us a call, If by chance we miss your call, if you leave us a message we will promptly try to return your call by the end of the day. We have been members of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, and joined the Joplin Board of Realtors in 1997. We carry full worker s comp on all our employees. ACCORDING TO THE JOPLIN GLOBE SURVEY! DARREL KIDD PEST CONTROL WAS VOTED #1 PEST CONTROL COMPANY IN THE 4 STATES Please give us a call now and we will safeguard your home against the disease, damage and nuisance of pests.
Pest Control/ We do on sight inspections to seal your house from unwanted wildlife. We also live trap and relocate wildlife such as skunks, raccoons, opossums, squirrels and snakes. We use proven methods to rid you homes attic from wildlife that is non stressful on the animal. We have hundreds of satisfied customers that will attest to our services.
"Still in the process, but it's going well so far!"
Nancy F on October 2018
Pest Control/ We do on sight inspections to seal your house from unwanted wildlife. We also live trap and relocate wildlife such as skunks, raccoons, opossums, squirrels and snakes. We use proven methods to rid you homes attic from wildlife that is non stressful on the animal. We have hundreds of satisfied customers that will attest to our services.
"Still in the process, but it's going well so far!"
When pests or termites move in, you want the ultimate weapon to take them out: Terminix, America’s leading provider of termite and pest control. It's no wonder more than 2.7 million customers trust us to protect their homes and families from the havoc that unwanted intruders can create. You can look to us for a wide range of services to protect your home top to bottom, inside and out: Insulation Service, Moisture Control Solutions, Rodent and Wildlife Service and more. We can even help you win the fight against the bite with our revolutionary Mosquito Service. Don’t trust your home to just anybody. Go big. Go strong. Go Terminix. Protector of home since 1927.
When pests or termites move in, you want the ultimate weapon to take them out: Terminix, America’s leading provider of termite and pest control. It's no wonder more than 2.7 million customers trust us to protect their homes and families from the havoc that unwanted intruders can create. You can look to us for a wide range of services to protect your home top to bottom, inside and out: Insulation Service, Moisture Control Solutions, Rodent and Wildlife Service and more. We can even help you win the fight against the bite with our revolutionary Mosquito Service. Don’t trust your home to just anybody. Go big. Go strong. Go Terminix. Protector of home since 1927.
Founded in 1966, McVay Pest Control is family owned and operated. We provide Pest Control and Termite Control solutions in order to protect your family and your property from the annoyance and damage that pests and termites can cause. The knowledge that has been passed from one generation to the next helps us stay at the top of our ever-evolving industry. Our customer service doesn’t end when the job is done. Additional contact: Gary McVay. Additional numbers: (417) 358-0183 & (417) 451-2847
"Fantastic Service. Chuck was our technician and he did a great job of explaining exactly what he was applying in terms of spray and took his time to thouroughly go over the property with a fine tooth comb !! Will definitely use McVay again should the need arise !!"
Ron D on April 2018
Founded in 1966, McVay Pest Control is family owned and operated. We provide Pest Control and Termite Control solutions in order to protect your family and your property from the annoyance and damage that pests and termites can cause. The knowledge that has been passed from one generation to the next helps us stay at the top of our ever-evolving industry. Our customer service doesn’t end when the job is done. Additional contact: Gary McVay. Additional numbers: (417) 358-0183 & (417) 451-2847
"Fantastic Service. Chuck was our technician and he did a great job of explaining exactly what he was applying in terms of spray and took his time to thouroughly go over the property with a fine tooth comb !! Will definitely use McVay again should the need arise !!"
We are a family owned business since 1977. We service SWMO and NEOK with quick and prompt service for all of your pest needs. Additional phone - (877) 456-1330. Additional email - [email protected].
We are a family owned business since 1977. We service SWMO and NEOK with quick and prompt service for all of your pest needs. Additional phone - (877) 456-1330. Additional email - [email protected].
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.
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.
When woodpeckers start banging on your walls or roof, they are probably looking for insects to eat, storing nuts for winter, drilling a hole to make a nest, or communicating with other birds to establish territory or find a mate.
The size of the hole can help determine the reason for the pecking. Small irregular holes are a result of insect hunts. Acorn holes are more consistently sized and often fitted with a nut in the middle. Nest holes are large and have rounded edges. If the bird is pecking to mark its territory or attract a mate, it may leave dents rather than holes, and the noise will stop when the mating season starts in spring.
There are several ways to make your yard a less attractive habitat for moles. Protect your garden beds by installing a fence or other barrier about 2 to 3 feet deep around your garden.
Likewise, remove tree stumps, dead leaves, and other debris that attract insects to your lawn. Some plants will deter moles as well, including daffodils, marigolds, crown imperial, and alliums, like garlic or onions.
Experts have mixed opinions about spraying spiders. A recent study found that chestnut and peppermint oil have a repelling effect on some spider species, but were ineffective at repelling others. You should consult with an expert exterminator to find out what works best to repel the spiders living in and around your home.
Make it easier for your inspector to do a thorough assessment by preparing your home ahead of time. That includes:
Noting any signs of pests around the home
Removing obstacles in the way of the attic, basement, plumbing, garbage, and other key areas that inspectors will need to access
Keeping children and pets away from inspection areas
Generally, squirrels are not considered aggressive toward humans. They are more likely to flee than confront people. However, like many animals, they may exhibit aggressive behavior if they feel threatened or cornered. If you approach a squirrel too closely or try to handle it, especially if it's a mother protecting her young, it may resort to defensive tactics such as biting or scratching.
The Anderson, MO 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.
When calculating the cost of hiring a flea exterminator, consider your home size and the infestation extent. This guide will help you figure out what to budget.