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Ned's Pest Control
4.1(
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came today and were here for 10 minutes. I assume that they did the job I hired them to do, but since I did not get on a ladder to check my gutters, I don't know what kind of job they did on a 2500 square foot house in 10 minutes. They cleaned up and took a small amount of trash with them. I don't know how to give this service a rating."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Critter Control of Delaware
New to Angi

Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Critter Control provides solutions for all your nusiance animal and wildlife control needs along with exclusion services. We have a long history of providing customers with quality services, coupled with a high standard of professionalism. Critter Control is fully insured and licensed with regulatory agencies and state and local authorities. Leading pest control companies, university, county and state agencies routinely recommend our services. \n\n\n

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Resolution Pest
4.7(
218
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I used them last year for a series of five treatment during the summer. It did a very good job controlling the mosquitoes. I hired them this year and gave them my credit card. They told me they would start treatments in a couple of days. they never showed up I was never able to reach a person directly so I left numerous messages. Never heard back. I heard they may have closed down their operation. A shame, they did a nice job."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Modern Exterminating & Termite Control Co
4.7(
95
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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Modern completely eradicated an ant infestation in March 2015.  In July, Modern came to do maintenance spraying to prevent ants.  All interactions with Modern have been professional and polite.  Modern personnel answered all questions thoroughly.  They are very knowledgeable about insects and how to deal with them safely with kids and pets.  Rescheduling was needed and Modern was very flexible in accommodating my schedule.


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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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MidAtlantic Pest Services
4.3(
74
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was outstanding to work with and I plan to continue using their services.  They had no "coupon effect" (bad service for a bargain price) and have totally taken care of any pest problems in my house.  The basement, although refinished, has always tended to draw spiders and other multi-legged things, and other than occasionally seeing one dead, they have totally stopped being a problem.  Every previous year I've had ants invade my kitchen when the warm weather comes, and this year I haven't seen a single one.  They call to schedule service and are totally accomodating to a change in plans.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
AAA Termite & Wildlife Inc
4.7(
104
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Credit card accepted

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Recently I found a dead fox in one of my feral cat houses.  After checking on Angie's List I called this vendor the morning I discovered it.  He gave me the price over the phone and his nephew arrived two hours later to removed the animal.  His nephew was very professional and polite.  I really appreciated their prompt and courteous response.  Hope this never happens again, but if I ever need this type of service in the future I would definitely call them.


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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Patriot Pest Solutions
4.2(
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Serving Newark, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I always have a good experience when I call. If I leave a message, they call me right back. I signed up for their home protection plan, which I've used once already. We still had house centipedes about a month after they came (though much, much less), and she sent someone right over the next day to do a treatment without any questions. We've been 100% centipede-less since then, and are always 100% happy with Patriot Pest.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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FAQs for small animal pest control service projects in Newark, DE

Self-removal attempts using store-bought traps can cost $50, but require personal time investment and knowledge of proper handling techniques. While DIY methods might work for isolated cases, professionals bring expertise in identifying all entry points, implementing effective deterrents, and safely handling wildlife. 

Consider your comfort level with wildlife management and the potential health risks—armadillos can carry disease—before deciding between professional services or personal intervention.

Most homeowners see initial results within two to five days after professional trap placement, particularly with single-animal situations. However, multiple factors can extend this timeline, including the number of animals present, weather conditions affecting activity patterns, and the complexity of your property layout. 

Properties with established armadillo populations might require one to two weeks of active trapping. Discuss realistic timeframes with your wildlife specialist during the initial consultation to set appropriate expectations.

Filling and repairing burrows adds $75 to $110 per hole to your total project cost. While some comprehensive service packages include minor repairs, extensive landscape restoration requires a separate payment. 

These repair costs cover materials like topsoil, sod, or concrete patching compounds, plus the labor to properly restore the damaged areas. Before finalizing any service agreement, clarify exactly which repair services are included and which will incur additional charges.

While armadillos remain active throughout the year in many regions, scheduling removal during less busy seasons for wildlife control companies might secure slightly better rates. Fall and winter months often see reduced demand for these services, potentially offering more scheduling flexibility and competitive pricing. 

However, the most cost-effective approach is addressing armadillo issues promptly when first noticed, regardless of season, as delaying can lead to more extensive damage and higher ultimate costs.

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