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Ned's Pest Control
4.1(
3,063
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Serving Portsmouth, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Ned’s Pest Control brings over 60 years of pest control expertise to your home or business, delivering fast, effective solutions when pests invade your space. As part of the Ned’s Home family, we’re committed to providing dependable, high-quality service backed by our QualityPro certification and 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Our trained and licensed professionals specialize in both residential and commercial pest control, using proven methods to eliminate current infestations and prevent future ones. With dedicated teams across the region, we prioritize lasting results—so you can enjoy true peace of mind.

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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Encon Pest Control
4.8(
38
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Serving Portsmouth, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They sprayed the perimeter for bugs and spiders, total pest control and extermination. The Head Administration was fantastic and their prices were great. The people who came out to do the job were cordial, respectful, and very knowledgeable."
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Termite mud tubes
Termite mud tubes

+5

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Metcalfe Pest Control, LLC
4.5(
22
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Serving Portsmouth, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The wife and I started using Metcalfe pest control back in 2018; we've used a few other local companies in the past and seen no positive result. Due to the small marsh that runs across our backyard, mosquitos have always been a considerable nuisance. Throwing away money each year for treatment and seeing no results became very discouraging. Just when we were about to give up, a family friend recommended Metcalfe. John showed up the next day after I called and treated our yard for the first time. I haven't seen a mosquito since, and that was four seasons ago. I highly recommend these guys for all your pest control needs; they are true masters at their craft. John is resourceful, knowledgeable, and just an overall stand-up guy. A+++ company!"
Hornets
Hornets
Outside Sprays
Tick Sprays
Tick Sprays

+2

Response time1 day
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Encon, LLC
4.8(
368
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Serving Portsmouth, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Good cost for yearly contract including pest control in house and seasonal mosquito/tick control. Mosquito/tick control only from other companies are more than Encon's annual comprehensive contract."
Termite
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Tree Tech Inc
4.6(
119
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Serving Portsmouth, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tree Tech was a pleasure to work with. Kevin was responsive to our phone calls. He was polite curious. We had accidentally double booked a furnace cleaning on the same day as our tree removal. I emailed Kevin late the night before, he was quick to respond and was able to ensure our job was first on the list to ensure the crew was out before the furnace tech came in."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for bug and insect pest control service projects in Portsmouth, RI

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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