Reed’s Pest Control

When it rains it pours! After a frozen spigot burst and flooded my basement to the point of a total rehab, I now understand why my yard is the playground for the neighborhood squirrels.
Once the basement drywall and ceiling was removed, we discovered a gap in the foundation. Basically you could call it a front door for squirrels and other varmints. Uugh. No wonder why its so cold down there!
We had no idea what had been going on inside of our walls. We needed an exterminator a.s.a.p. so as not to slow down the rehab work. I avoided the big name pest control companies in hopes of getting a reasonable price.
I called Reeds and discovered he had previously been employed by one of the other companies I had received an estimate from. Right off the bat, without coming out he said he would beat their price. I liked that. There was a little confusion on the day he was supposed to come. I’ll admit we were leery after the mix up because synchronizing the other contractor’s time was crucial.
Once the owner arrived — early too, he was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. He did a thorough examination of our basement, front deck and kitchen. Along with tons of acorns, we discovered mice droppings.. At this point I’m ready to just move.
Poison traps were strategically placed throughout our basement and kitchen. They actually aren’t traps but containers for the poison packets. Reed (cannot remember his first name) will return and check the containers within a week. We are guaranteed treatment until the problem is eradicated. In all, it was seven containers and an inspection for $ 125.00. The other estimate from his competitor was $ 875, plus they said we had termites, which we know for a fact we don’t. Reeds also confirmed he saw no signs of termites.
Overall, we’re satisfied and think the price was reasonable. And another plus, there is currently a Unilocal deal available. Our cost was less than the deal so we were unable to use the special. So for knowledgeable, friendly and trustworthy service I’d recommend Reeds. In addition I think it’s nice supporting small businesses. Another plus, is his truck is unmarked, no big roach or bedbug gracing the hood or doors of his truck! My neighbors are already wondering what’s going on over here with a dumpster piled high and contractors in and out. You know, a there goes the neighborhood type deal going on over here.
So for now I’m waiting patiently and watching for little dead carcasses to start appearing throughout my house.