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Hawx Pest Control
4.2(
320
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Pest Control employee arrived earlier than told. He went to work outside and then inside. He asked questions about were the bug problem was the worst. He was very polite and informative."
Hawx Pest Control Services
Hawx Pest Control Services
Hawx Pest Control Services
Hawx Pest Control Services
Hawx Pest Control Services

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1297 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Affordable Pest, LLC
4.4(
457
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A BIG THANK YOU to Affordable Pest for keeping those termites off from my home! The sales consultant took her time to explained to me, why I had the pest problem and also recommended me the appropriate treatment method for the insects infestation in my home. The Technicians sent down were well trained and took care of my termites problem, and was very attentive to the fact that my young kids and my turtles in the house when using pesticides. I would highly recommend Affordable Pest!"
Response time4 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Raven Termite & Pest Control
4.8(
270
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the first time hiring a rodent control company. Time will tell if the pest controls will keep the mice, skinks, spiders,crickets & any other vermin out in the future. Pest controls meaning sheet metal placed in cracks in basement cracks in wall. I would hire them again if I have problems with insect & spider pests in the summer."
Response time9 hrs
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Affordable Pest, LLC
4.4(
450
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"A BIG THANK YOU to Affordable Pest for keeping those termites off from my home! The sales consultant took her time to explained to me, why I had the pest problem and also recommended me the appropriate treatment method for the insects infestation in my home. The Technicians sent down were well trained and took care of my termites problem, and was very attentive to the fact that my young kids and my turtles in the house when using pesticides. I would highly recommend Affordable Pest!"
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A # 1 Pest Control
5.0(
4
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can’t give enough accolades to A#1 Pest Control. He came highly recommended from friends of my church, as he successfully dealt with a rodent situation at the church and in the church kitchen. My situation was somewhat different, as we purchased an apartment building where one tenant was a hoarder. Rodents were nesting in several locations. A#1 Pest Control was honest and direct about the assessment. We implemented a fairly aggressive plan to get the situation under control, and now we’re strategically maintaining the success we’ve obtained. The service is professional, prompt, and reliable—definitely 5 Stars."
Pest Control
Pest Control
Rodents
Bugs & Insects
Pest Control

+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Alliance Pest Control LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I've been a regular customer of Matt's for several years now. He sprays the outside perimeter of my house once a month and inside twice a year. His service has been awesome! He always tries to spray outside with the weather in mind. He is very knowledgeable about the pests and the chemicals he uses. And the chemicals he uses seem to target the pests without harming the other wildlife which is important to me. I would recommend Matt and APC for any of your exterminator needs."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Ned's Pest Control
4.7(
37
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"From start to finish with hiring this company was fantastic. I reached out because I was having an ant issue. Nothing I used worked, I got the ant traps, the spray and NOTHING worked. Go Green reassured me that they could take care of the ant issue and make sure I wouldn't see them again. They set up the initial visit and inspected the areas of concern, applied their product and let me know that in a week he will be out again to make sure the problem was under control. The technician explained everything he was doing and explained what I would expect. He was fantastic, his name was Jim! After two treatment, the ants are completed gone, moved out! Thank you Go Green Team and Jim for all your help."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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First Solutions Pest & Home Services
4.4(
13
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"From the initial phone call with the office staff they were so amazing they listen to my needs and got an inspector out right away. The inspector Danny was great and very knowledgeable. I got an attic insulation and pest control services done and have not had any issues since than. I would highly recommend First Solutions!!"
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Response rate100%
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FAQs for bug and insect pest control service projects in Columbia, MD

The timeframe it takes to eliminate gnats varies considerably depending on the infestation's severity and the treatment approach. According to pest control professionals, completely eliminating gnats from your home can take several days to a few weeks. Success depends mainly on identifying and addressing the source of the infestation, such as overwatered plants, decaying organic matter, or moisture problems. Following treatment, continued prevention measures significantly improve long-term results.

When applied correctly, professional exterminators use treatments that present minimal risk to household members. Many companies now offer family-friendly options specifically formulated to be less toxic while remaining effective against gnats. If necessary, your pest control professional should provide clear instructions regarding temporary evacuation during application and advise on appropriate waiting periods before resuming regular activity in treated areas.

Though often grouped together, these small flying insects have distinct characteristics and habits. True gnats commonly gather around houseplants and moist soil. Fruit flies, which are lighter colored, primarily target overripe produce and fermented items. Drain flies, recognizable by their moth-like appearance, breed in the organic matter in drains and plumbing. Identifying which type you're dealing with helps determine the most effective elimination strategy.

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