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American Pest
5.0(
1
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1925

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Looking for top-rated pest control in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area? We have been servicing homes and businesses in the area for over 90 years, and our highly-trained, certified professionals are experts in getting rid of all kinds of pests, from ants and mosquitoes to bed bugs and termites. We offer a number of different services and packages to suit your needs, including our eco-friendly and pet-friendly options that are safe for your family and pets. Best of all, our ongoing services come with a pest-free pledge, which means that if pests return in between your scheduled visits, we'll come back at no additional cost. Call American Pest today to learn more about our services!

Home Inspection
Termite Treatment
World Class Customer Service
DeWebbing
Mosquito and Tick Treatment

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TruGreen
3.7(
10
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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General Pest Exterminating
5.0(
11
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Awesome Experience!! I am from out of town and placed a message on Angi.com looking for service to get rid of bed bugs for my brother who lives in his area and is bedridden. Noah responded within minutes which was amazing, then provided service within two days as promised. No hassles and great pricing. The customer service was top notch! Thanks again, Noah for everything!"
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Terminix
3.9(
974
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Serving Amherst, VA 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."
Termite Treatment
Technician inspecting foundation
Termite Treatment
Pest Control
Pest Control

+2

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Terminix
3.7(
472
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly tech came to examine our house. He was really late, but this did not matter - lost his way. The cost was way beyond what we are willing to pay for pest control (over $1000) but we do have a fairly problematic carpenter bee problem."
Pest Control
Pest Control
Pest Control
Termite Treatment
Termite Treatment

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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners

FAQs for pest control projects in Amherst, VA

Before trying DIY wildlife removal, check your local regulations. Some species are protected, and improper trapping can lead to fines. Hiring a licensed professional ensures safe and legal removal. Pros also have proper safety equipment and knowledge about the best removal methods for your situation. Additionally, they can offer ongoing service to ensure your infestation doesn’t return.

Wildlife removal focuses on humanely capturing and relocating animals, while pest control often involves extermination methods that can harm your pets and the people in your family. Pest control is also used for insects, while wildlife removal deals with larger creatures. Choosing wildlife removal protects both your home and local animal populations.

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