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Written By Jessica Hurtault | Last Updated: February 05, 2024

Lafayette is a densely-populated city, so once a pest infestation takes hold, it can spread quickly. Troublesome local critters such as mice or bed bugs can turn your home from a sanctuary into a place of continuous worry and concern.

Whether your pest problem is big or small, our list of pest control companies in Lafayette can help you choose the right team to resolve it.

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Best 5 Lafayette Pest Control Companies

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Orkin

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5/5
Based on 1,152 customer reviews.

Services Offered

Cockroaches Spiders Silverfish Residential Ants Ticks Prevention Commercial Wasps Mosquitos Baiting Mice Termites Flies General Pest Control Rats Bed Bugs Fumigation Fleas

Highlights

  • Free inspections
  • Consistently high customer service reviews
  • Educational web content
200 Saul Dr, Scott, LA 337-541-7153 orkin.com Read More: Orkin Review
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J&J Exterminating Lafayette

5/5
Based on 488 customer reviews.

Services Offered

Termites Silverfish Mice Rats Bed Bugs Ants Cockroaches Ticks Residential Mosquitos General Pest Control Commercial Baiting Prevention

Highlights

  • Consistently high customer service reviews
  • Proactive solutions for pest control
  • Reliable appointment windows
105 S College Rd, Lafayette, LA 337-234-2847 jjext.com
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Fox Pest Control - Lafayette

5/5
Based on 888 customer reviews.

Services Offered

Silverfish Ticks Bed Bugs Prevention Commercial Termites Gophers Beetles Rats Bees Ants General Pest Control Mice Mosquitos Residential Wasps Spiders Green Pest Control Cockroaches Fleas

Highlights

  • Free inspections
  • Lack of hidden fees
  • Educational web content
103 Tas St Suite 103, Scott, LA 337-227-6082 fox-pest.com
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Bug Me Exterminating

4.7/5
Based on 31 customer reviews.

Services Offered

Termites Rats Residential Cockroaches General Pest Control

Highlights

  • Continuous highly praised customer service reports
200 Maureen Dr, Youngsville, LA 337-962-2680 bugmeexterminating.com

More Local Pest Control Companies

Ragin Pest Elimination

User Reviews: 4.6/5 

221 Southpark Rd Suite A 4
Broussard, LA 70518

Don's Exterminating Co. LLC

User Reviews: 4.6/5 

504 Industrial Pkwy
Lafayette, LA 70508

Eagle Pest Control & Chemical Inc.

User Reviews: 4.5/5 

1809 W Port St
Abbeville, LA 70510

J&J Exterminating Crowley

User Reviews: 4.7/5 

112 W 15th St
Crowley, LA 70526

Sugarland Exterminating

User Reviews: 4.0/5 

1700 Jefferson Island Rd
New Iberia, LA 70560

E&R Pest Services, LLC

User Reviews: 4.3/5 

340 W Laurel Ave
Eunice, LA 70535

Delta Pest Services

User Reviews: 4.6/5 

1052 Hospital Rd
New Roads, LA 70760

ClearDefense Pest Control

User Reviews: 5/5 

4147 W E Heck Ct
Baton Rouge, LA 70816

Fox Pest Control - Baton Rouge

User Reviews: 5/5 

4545 Sherwood Common Blvd #4B
Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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Facts about Lafayette
Average Max Temp: 77°F
Average Min Temp: 60°F
Average Daily Sunlight: 63%
Average Annual Snowfall: 0"
Average Monthly Precipitation: 4.81"
Average Monthly Pest Visit: $217

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How To Choose a Pest Control Company

Hiring the best company for you is the most important step in the pest control process. You may take into consideration a company's qualifications, methods, years of experience, customer reviews, and cost of services.

Below, we dive into detail on each factor.

  • Does the company have a valid license and permits to perform pest control?

    All pesticide applicators (and those that supervise them) must be certified at the state level. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established minimum standards of competency, but any pesticide applicators working in the state of Louisiana must be licensed via the necessary state regulatory agencies.

  • Is the company a member of any professional organizations?

    One certification that pest control companies can earn is the GreenPro Service Certification, which requires a company to show that its practices are more environmentally friendly and that its employee training is up to date. QualityPro and similar trade organizations also offer additional certifications. While not required, these can help show that a pest control company is reputable.

    Pest control companies can also hold membership in professional organizations. While not mandatory, membership in organizations such as the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) or state-level organizations help show a company's reputability. In the NPMA and other organizations, pest control companies have access to education, resources, and a network of other professionals with whom to discuss best practices.

Professional Experience and Specialties

A company's website can tell you how long it has been in business and what kind of pests it specializes in exterminating. Online reviews can also provide some insight into a company's experience dealing with a certain type of pest. If you're unable to find this information online, you can try contacting the company directly.

  • Reviews and Recommendations

    You can look at a company's reviews and rating on the Better Business Bureau (BBB), check out local review sites and social media to learn what homeowners near you think, or verify its license standing via the Louisiana licensing board.

  • Cost of Services and Guarantees

    For many people, cost is one of the most important factors when hiring for pest control. Cost can be affected by factors like your location, the type of pest being treated, and the size of your house.

    You can look into whether a company offers free on-site estimates (to determine if it fits in your budget), and what sort of guarantees are provided. Often, a company will guarantee that if your pest problem isn't fixed by its treatment, it will continue to treat until it is.

Safety and Treatment Methods

Your preferences regarding safety for yourself, your children, your pets, and the environment might affect which provider and treatment methods you choose.

  • Safety

    Ask your pest control provider if they are going to use low toxicity or non-toxic pesticides, and if not, ask what precautionary measures they will take. Any pesticide that has been deemed above minimum risk should be registered with the EPA. Your pest technician should be able to provide information about all pesticides to be used, in addition to how safe they are around people and pets.

  • Treatment Methods

    Many companies have started offering options for more environmentally friendly pest control techniques before jumping into using harsh pesticides.

    One common way of making pest control safer and greener is Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The steps of IPM are as follows:

    1. Identify problem pests and assess whether immediate action is needed.
    2. Determine the best and safest course of action.
    3. Manage the pest problem using a combination of physical, cultural, biological, and mechanical controls.
    4. Use chemical controls only when absolutely necessary, and always with other controls for effective long-term pest management.
    5. Assess the outcome and provide additional pest control as needed.


Common Household Pests in Lafayette

Not all pests are equally common in Lafayette. Some species that you should keep an eye out for are these:

  • Bees: Bees around your home can be a nuisance, especially if someone in your household is allergic. Your pest control technician can help get rid of bees, and some may even be able to help safely relocate hives.
  • Mosquitoes: You're more likely to face a mosquito infestation if you live in a wetter area (like Lafayette). They're also more common during the warmer months. Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance—they can cause itchy bites and even spread diseases.
  • Bed bugs: Infestations of bed bugs can be very hard to get rid of, so we strongly recommend calling a local exterminator as soon as possible. Bed bugs can be found throughout Louisiana, and can infest not just your bedsheets, but also other furniture and even your wallpaper.
  • Spiders: You may find spiders in your attic or other moist, dark places. While most spiders are harmless and pose no threat to humans, you don't want an infestation of them in your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pest Control in Lafayette

What causes pest infestations?

Pests come into your house looking for one of three things: food, water, or shelter. Some pests will enter your home simply because they have the opportunity to do so, via a broken screen or foundation crack. Some are attracted to food, either actual food sitting out or trash left out in the open. Others are searching for water, either standing water on your property or puddles inside from leaky pipes.

How can I prevent pest infestations?

One thing you can do to prevent pest infestations is seal off possible entrances into your house. These include things like cracks in your foundation or siding. Also try to avoid leaving out food for pests. This includes keeping food in sealed containers and not leaving trash out. Finally, reduce standing water in and around your house. Find ways to reduce places where water collects outside, and fix leaks inside.

How often should I hire a pest control professional?

It is generally recommended that you hire a pest control technician about once annually. If your home has an active infestation, you will need pest control to come out more frequently. Ultimately, your pest professional will be the person who is best-equipped to recommend a treatment schedule for you.

What should I do before my pest control technician arrives at my house?

Before a pest professional comes to your home, check and see if they want you to clean around your home, including in areas where you've seen pests. Some pest technicians may prefer to see your home as-is.

If you are asked to clean, make sure all trash and paper goods are out of the affected areas (as pests may hide in these items), and that food is stored away so that it does not become contaminated with pesticides. You may also wish to remove plants from the affected areas. Additionally, block off areas to be treated to keep children and pets away until it is safe. If the problem needs more intensive pest control, such as fumigation, make sure you follow your pest professional's instructions closely.

How soon can I expect to see results from pest control?

How soon you see pest control results will depend on the problem and treatment. If your pest technician does something like remove a wasp nest, you will see results almost immediately. However, for most pest control you may need to wait anywhere from one to two days to up to six weeks for substantial results. Some pest problems might require your technician to make multiple visits to your house.

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