Get matched with top pest control specialists in Alexander, NY

Q: Can I reuse live rat traps to save money?

• <div><p>While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.</p></div>

Q: What do foxes hate the most?

• <div><p>Foxes hate strong scents and sudden disturbances. They dislike the smell of ammonia, vinegar, garlic, chili peppers, and predator urine, which can make an area less appealing. Motion-activated lights and sprinklers also unsettle them, as foxes prefer to avoid sudden movements and bright lights. Additionally, they are wary of loud noises and unexpected sounds.</p></div>

Q: Will honeybees keep yellow jackets away?

• <div><p>A strong honeybee colony can usually fight off the aggressive presence of yellow jackets. However, weaker honeybee colonies with fewer workers are especially vulnerable to yellow jackets. If yellow jackets gain entry into a weakened honeybee colony, they can easily kill the honeybees and empty the hive of all its contents. </p></div>

Q: Will mothballs keep foxes away?

• <div><p>While foxes may find them unpleasant, mothballs are not an effective deterrent. Additionally, mothballs are toxic for humans and animals and should never be used outside. They contain naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which are very harmful to the environment. Use safer, more reliable deterrents, or hire a professional wildlife control expert.</p></div>

Q: How often do I really need pest control?

• <div><p>How often you need pest control depends on your infestation problem. If you have a one-off issue, such as a wasp nest in a high-traffic area, you shouldn't need regular service. However, if you live in an area prone to ticks, termites, and ants, you'll likely need at least an annual pest control service. If the problem is persistent and significant, you may need quarterly or monthly service.</p></div>

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your pest control project in Alexander, NY?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Pest Control pros in Alexander, NY

*The Angi rating for Pest Control companies in Alexander, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Pest Control needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Pest Control companies in Alexander, NY is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Pest Control needs.

Last update on July 28, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Brandon was the biggest help in finding us the right system for our house. His pricing was very fair for the amount of work he done. And it comes with a maintenance plan so I don't have to worry about the HVAC in this house for two years. Any issues I call Brandon and he's here to help.
DNA Heating and Air
Request a quote
Reviewed in May 2024
Friendly owner, good service. My only negative is that appointments are not made in advance, they just send an invoice for services performed. They should have you agree to a service date and provide proof of service. Overall happy with a pest free home at a reasonable price.
Innovative Pest Management Corporation
Request a quote
Reviewed in March 2024
We had to have a follow up maintenance call after the install of our whole house generator and Mike came in less than an hour of our call. Mike was friendly and very knowledgeable about our system. He went right to what he suspected was the problem and he was right. Mike had the issue fixed in a...
Anderson Water & Power
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2022
Did a great job cleaning my yard of leaves. Very punctual and professional. I highly recommend this company.
O'Hare Construction
Request a quote
Reviewed in September 2021
They done a great job. Hard working --good clean up and respectful to my property.
Loomis Brother's Construction
Request a quote
Reviewed in September 2021
Very professional, timely service. Josh is very safety conscious. He made sure to close all the barn windows and doors so the spray would not get near the horses and provided information on the products used.
Freedom Force Pest Control
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2018
I called on a Monday morning and was told someone would be there that day between five and seven pm. No show, no call. My husband called the next morning, Tuesday, and was told we had an appointment with "Chris" for the next day, Wednesday, between two and four. Again NO SHOW, NO CALL!!! We will...
Terminix International
Request a quote
Reviewed in August 2017
Jeff did a terrific job. He was very professional and our guests did not complain about mosquitoes the entire evening. That's never happened at our home. The carpenter bees are gone. Great job Cummings Pest Solutions. Would hightly recommend his services.
Cummings Pest Solutions
Request a quote
Reviewed in June 2017
The service turned out very good. The price was fair. This is our first year doing this and I have nothing to compare. The gentleman that comes here and does it is excellent. He's a very nice guy. This was the second time that they had been here. We had a contract with them. The first time they...
TruGreen Lawn Care - 5030
Request a quote
Reviewed in October 2014
<p> When I called Suburban Pest Control the woman who answered the phone was very nice and helpful. She scheduled the appt. She quoted me a price of 160.00 plus tax. She told me that they would spray around the house and if necessary in the room where the flies were, and maybe in the attic....
Suburban Pest Control LLC
Request a quote

Find Pest control specialists in Alexander

Terminix® Pest Control

4.3(

)

Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

79 neighbors recently requested a quote

Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+1 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Still in the process of getting rid of the possums and possible raccoons. However, my overall experience is GREAT! The staff is very knowledgeable and answered each of my questions without hesitation. Certainly would call them again if needed. I've already recommended them to other family members. Thank you Wildlife Management!"

+18

Response time9 hrs

220 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by35%of homeowners

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Service representative was very knowledgeable about lawn, shrub, and pest control."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Request Quote

Craig Thomas Pest Control

4.6(

115

)

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

"We highly recommend Bill Fitzpatrick from Craig Thomas pest-control, who was the person to come and do our home inspection. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and offered excellent advice. We trust in his recommendations and will use this company for services."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Request Quote

Professional Pest Control Service

4.5(

109

)

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business+3 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional Pest control was prompt, knowledgeable, reasonably priced and very professional! Yellow jackets were eradicated!"

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by95%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+2 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steve my pest control person has done a great job"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"RodentX was hands down the best pest control company I have ever hired! Dikeedrin was very professional and impressive! Highly recommended!!"

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by73%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+1 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A little pricey. Very friendly. Too soon to tell if pest control is effective."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

Request Quote

JN Wildlife Solutions

5.0(

)

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Alexander, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction

Response time1 day

Request Quote

Showing 1-10 of 25

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.

Foxes hate strong scents and sudden disturbances. They dislike the smell of ammonia, vinegar, garlic, chili peppers, and predator urine, which can make an area less appealing. Motion-activated lights and sprinklers also unsettle them, as foxes prefer to avoid sudden movements and bright lights. Additionally, they are wary of loud noises and unexpected sounds.

A strong honeybee colony can usually fight off the aggressive presence of yellow jackets. However, weaker honeybee colonies with fewer workers are especially vulnerable to yellow jackets. If yellow jackets gain entry into a weakened honeybee colony, they can easily kill the honeybees and empty the hive of all its contents.

While foxes may find them unpleasant, mothballs are not an effective deterrent. Additionally, mothballs are toxic for humans and animals and should never be used outside. They contain naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which are very harmful to the environment. Use safer, more reliable deterrents, or hire a professional wildlife control expert.

How often you need pest control depends on your infestation problem. If you have a one-off issue, such as a wasp nest in a high-traffic area, you shouldn't need regular service. However, if you live in an area prone to ticks, termites, and ants, you'll likely need at least an annual pest control service. If the problem is persistent and significant, you may need quarterly or monthly service.

The Alexander, NY homeowners’ guide to pest control services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles

Alison Kasch
•
Aug 3, 2026Aug 3, 2026
How Much Does Pest Control Cost? [2026 Data]
Whether you have bugs, bats, or rodents invading your home, you’ll want to contact an exterminator quickly. Find out how much pest control costs.
Tyler Lacoma
•
Jul 8, 2026Jul 8, 2026
What Is Pest Control? A Complete Guide
Pest control services offer a professional option to eliminate serious infestations in your home. Here’s what to expect.
Kat Brancato
•
Jul 8, 2026Jul 8, 2026
Are Pest Control Services Safe?
Are pest control services safe? Learn the risks of using pest control, common types of treatment, and ways to make it safer.
Kat Brancato
•
Jul 9, 2026Jul 9, 2026
Is Pest Control Worth It?
Is pest control worth it? Learn how a pest control plan works, how much it can cost, and the benefits of calling in the pros.
Alison Kasch
•
Jul 10, 2026Jul 10, 2026
DIY Pest Control: The Best Methods to Try (and When to Call a Pro)
Considering do-it-yourself pest control? Find out the best DIY pest control methods for various pests and when to call in a pro instead.
D.P. Taylor
•
Jul 9, 2026Jul 9, 2026
6 Easy Ways to Save Money on Pest Control
If you’ve noticed pests in your home, it’s time to take immediate action. But how can you prevent a huge bill? There are a few ways.