Pest Control in Iowa
219 exterminators across 34 cities. Average rating: 4.58 stars from 35,028 reviews.
Providers
219
Avg Rating
4.58 ★
Reviews
35,028
Cities
34
Iowa Pest Season Calendar
Temperate climate with distinct seasons creates strong seasonal pest cycles, with outdoor pests peaking in summer and indoor pest pressure rising in winter. Peak pest season runs April through October.
Spring
Termite and ant swarms appear as soil warms — inspect foundations and crawl spaces.
Summer
Warm, humid summers fuel peak pest activity; maintain yard treatments and indoor barriers.
Fall
Overwintering pests invade homes in fall — seal gaps around windows, doors, and utilities.
Winter
Cold winters concentrate pests indoors; check behind appliances and in storage areas.
Common Pest Issues in Iowa
Subterranean termites in older homes and structures
Rodent infestations during cold months
Seasonal ant invasions in kitchens and bathrooms
Overwintering pests like stink bugs and lady beetles
What Customers Mention Most in Iowa
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Review Insights for Iowa
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👍 What Customers Love
👎 Common Complaints
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What Customers Are Saying in Iowa
Do NOT use this company! This is a total scam. . In July of 2025, this company was going door to door in our neighborhood selling this product. I will say the young man at our door was very respectful. We decided to use this service and signed a contract. At the time, we were told that after a number of services if we were not satisfied we could cancel. Our first service was good. They came out and left a note on the door as they stated they would at time of contract signing. The next service w
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After reviewing our calls you were never told "it wasn't their fault that I didn't see their technicians" you were told about the service report that included everything that was completed, we were apologetic that you were not able to catch the technician while you were home and offered a free reser
I need to share the amazing experience I have had with Springer Professional Home Services especially with Kevin W. who has made bugs in our home nonexistent. We had a number of spiders in our home and I hate bugs especially spiders. I can't believe it but they are gone! Kevin is such a good communicator and alerts us days in advance when he is scheduled to come. This is so important because plans and situations can change and he is so flexible. He also lets us know when he is on his way which I
Owner Response
Thank you for supporting Springer Professional Home Services! We're thrilled you had a great experience.
I have been using Springer's pest control service for over 12 years now and am extremely happy with their service. This is because their product works and I don't have unwanted insects in my house and very few outside. My next door neighbors have cob webs all over their front porches but I do not. I know it works. Kevin does a great job and he always texts a few days before service. He is knowledgeable, professional and great with my dog (added bonus). I highly recommend! I also take advant
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Hi Dawn Peterson, thank you for such a great review! We work really hard to provide the best customer service possible and are so happy to hear when we hit the mark!
While seeding our yard, Rob noticed a lawn infection. He alerted his boss and with my approval Rob came back that day and treated it. The neighbors all voice jealousy about how great our yard always looks. I tell them about Lawn Doctor and I know some have converted or added them. I still enjoy cutting my own yard, yes even at 70 years young. However, I leave the treatments to Lawn Doctor and Rob to keep ahead of fertilizer, aeration, and other treatments that are safe for the environment and us
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Bob, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated! We do strive for every customer to love their Outdoor Livingroom. We always strive to provide top quality service to every Lawn Doctor Family Member, and are pleased to hear that you have enjoyed your experience with us. We look forw
I have been using Lawn Dr. for 14 years and have never been disappointed. They are professional, courteous and their response time for calling me back is timely in every way. Thank you all...Cory, Pedro and Robert are the best...my lawn looks very polished! Affordable as well. The office personnel are helpful, kind and understanding... This is noted on July 25, 2023 and things went south the last two years. Jerry is no longer involved, The price tripled and I had to go with one of their pa
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Hi Carol. <br>I am sorry you feel this way. Customer Service & Satisfaction is our #1 priority. I am disappointed that we did not been your expectations and I would love to hear discuss this more with you. If you would please take the time to contact our office I would appreciate it. This would
June and Actticus came today to do our quarterly home general bug and pest spray. I mentioned that we seem to have a lot more spiders than normal inside our house, so along with spraying outside the home, they went out of their way to spray inside the home where areas seem to experience more issues. I then mentioned that mice had invaded our basement this winter. Our store-bought mice traps did not work at all, even though they were highly recommended. June immediately offered a plan to help ge
Owner Response
Thank you for sharing your positive experience with June and Actticus at Greenix Pest Control. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear about the excellent service provided.
When I discovered mice in my basement, I knew I wanted someone local and trustworthy to help resolve the problem. Enviro-Pest Solutions was great to work with throughout the process of catching the mice, identifying potential entrances around the outside of my house, fixing them, and monitoring the situation. After removing almost 40 (!) mice from my basement and regularly checking in to ensure no more were coming in, I am happy to share that my house is mice-free. Enviro-Pest Solutions provided
Owner Response
Thank you for your kind words
We've been using Enviro-pest for over 5 years now. These guys are great! Every one is professional and friendly. We have monthly service to help control pests around our house that wont pose a danger to my pets or children. When I've called to request extra services, like the removal of a wasp nest for example, someone was here within 24 hours and took care of the problem easy. Their communication is amazing, any time I've had questions they've taken the time to answer and explain in a way that
Owner Response
Thank you for you kind words
Pest Control Costs in Iowa
One-Time Treatment
$150–$500 depending on pest type and home size
Monthly Service
$40–$70 per month
Quarterly Service
$100–$300 per quarter
Termite Treatment
$500–$2,500+ depending on treatment type and home size
Bed Bug Treatment
$300–$1,500 per room (heat treatment) or $200–$500 per room (chemical)
Initial Inspection
$0–$150 (many companies offer free inspections)
Top-Rated Pest Control in Iowa
Greenix Pest ControlVerified
3905 SE Grimes Blvd E, Grimes, IA 50111
2,011 reviews
The service professionals at Greenix Pest Control are passionate about protecting not only you and your home but also the environment around you. Using premium solutions, we perform a five-step process to build multiple layers of protection around your home. Our fully licensed and certified Grimes a
Greenix made big promises during the sales pitch — fast response, safe treatments, guaranteed results. What I got instead was a total disaster from start to finish. • After the first service still had...
Reading through the reviews it seems the people are nice, they do a good job, but they try to over charge you. I decided to give them a shot anyways, I can confirm the reviews are correct. The techn...
If I could leave a lower rating I would. Only experience I have had was the area manger calling me a liar and trying to push my wife into saying yes to a contract when she told him me and her talk abo...
Miller Pest SolutionsVerified
1904 NW 92nd Ct, Clive, IA 50325
1,477 reviews
Discover peace of mind with Miller Pest Solutions, your trusted partner in pest management since 2001. Located at 1904 NW 92nd Court, we specialize in top-tier Pest Control, Termite Control, and Mosquito Control services across Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri. Whether you're searching for "Pest
They dropped my $62 dollar a month fee when I identified carpet beetles in my home. The owners brother came out the first time treated me like I was incompetent and only wanted to talk about “the fanc...
We reached out to Miller Pest, after reviewing other companies in the area. They were kind and eager to get service started. My main issue was that my rental home was vacant for years prior and is inf...
Untrustworthy and priority is making money, not keeling customers. My property manager/friend recommended miller's as she has used them personally and for many clients in des moines area for years. Sh...
Aptive Pest ControlVerified
6950 NE 14th St Ste 31, Ankeny, IA 50023
2,225 reviews
Aptive Pest Control in Ankeny, IA provides trusted residential pest control services tailored to homes throughout Polk County and the Des Moines metro area. Our Ankeny team helps protect against pests like ants, spiders, cockroaches, rodents, and more with customized treatment plans built around you
I am not one to leave a bad review but I'd like to save others from the nighmare we've experienced with this company. We were charged for 2 months of service we never received, we then requested a ref...
Terrible service!! I have to call in and request service!! Then I have to call a call center not in the United States!! Salesman said $49.99 a month with monthly service and I said 3 times to the youn...
Terrible experience with this unprofessional company who cares more about scamming people than actually providing a good service. Salesman came to my house after various attempts to tell him I didn't ...
Preferred Pest ControlVerified
3400 100th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
1,088 reviews
Preferred Pest Control has proudly served Central Iowa for 40 years, and was founded by a certified Entomologist. We’re a second-generation, family-owned and operated company, built on a foundation of expertise and integrity. Our dedicated team of professionals are committed to serving our community
OrkinVerified
6105 7th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
1,655 reviews
With over 120 years of experience, Orkin is one of the longest-standing pest control companies in America, trusted by homeowners and businesses nationwide. Our Orkin Pros at 6105 7th St SW provide customized pest and termite control across Cedar Rapids, IA and nearby areas like Lincolnway Village, W
Midwest Pest ControlVerified
1479 NE 69th Pl Suite 82, Ankeny, IA 50021
1,037 reviews
Midwest Pest Control is Iowa's number one locally owned and operated Pest Control business, servicing both residential and commercial accounts in the greater Des Moines area.
This is a terrible company. They trick you into signing a contract. After you call and call someone finally gets back to you and tells you you never called. Then you tell them that you want to cancel,...
I would highly recommend Midwest Pest Control. The scheduler made accommodations for me and upcoming service. Donny our service tech did an excellent job on our quarterly pest control service. Donny ...
I hired Midwest Pest control to get rid of Voles eating up our back yard. They put 1 bait house on the ground n Sept. They never came back to check out the bait house or the Voles n Oct, Nov, now Dec....
Spidexx Pest Control - IowaVerified
3321 109th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
1,351 reviews
Spidexx Pest Control offers world-class solutions for home and commercial pest problems throughout the United States. Each of our locations are staffed by a team of highly-trained and experienced pros that know the unique details of pest problems in the community. We offer a wide range of services,
Up until Friday I was a customer of Spidexx. I was on the quarterly plan and had service for over 9 years. Out of the 9 years, they came into my house to sprayed 3 times. Due to them texting the night...
Terrible company who doesn’t take responsibility for mistakes their technicians make. Technician left my dog gate open during a service call, which led to my dog escaping and a “dog at large” fine and...
They showed up to my house and lied telling us out neighbors had them come out. They also lied and told us we could try it out and make an appointment for $69. He had us sign on a pen pad with NO DOCU...
Fenix Pest Control, Inc.Verified
1410 SE Cortina Dr Unit 104, Ankeny, IA 50021
1,249 reviews
Fenix Pest Control, Inc. uses the best possible tools, along with the highest quality pest prevention traps and treatments combined with highly trained pest technicians. We make the pest elimination problem a worry-free process for you. We properly inspect and assess every area of your property a pe
Grandson's dog found a snake in our yard under the deck! Called our Ankeny, Iowa Fenix number on Friday, March 20th and Tim & Aaron showed up at our house Monday, March 23rd at 8:30 AM!! Very polite, ...
The exceptional service I've received from Fenix warrants a high recommendation. Their technicians offer top-notch communication and service. Their expertise was essential when they effectively resol...
DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! While their service technicians and treatments do a great job, BUYER BEWARE if you ever need to cancel! I requested a cancelation of service back in June, they informed me th...
Fenix Pest Control, Inc.Verified
2501 Westown Pkwy Suite 1103, West Des Moines, IA 50266
997 reviews
Fenix Pest Control, Inc. uses the best possible tools, along with the highest quality pest prevention traps and treatments combined with highly trained pest technicians. We make the pest elimination problem a worry-free process for you. We properly inspect and assess every area of your property a pe
OrkinVerified
6612 Chancellor Dr Ste 300, Cedar Falls, IA 50613
1,216 reviews
With over 120 years of experience, Orkin is one of the longest-standing pest control companies in America, trusted by homeowners and businesses nationwide. Our expert Orkin Pros provide customized pest and termite control solutions, ensuring your property is treated for pests year-round. Orkin offer
We hired Orkin to put up a barrier over our soffits on our barn house to mitigate bats and birds. While the soffit itself is adequate, they did not put in bat doors as the representative from Orkin sa...
4 MONTH UPDATE - after finally reaching some supposed manager, the company sent out a group of "experts" to install the rodent guard. Besides having to ask them to apply the guard to portions of the h...
Would never recommend using this company. After spraying for fleas 3 times, they are still extremely active in our basement. When I asked for a refund they proceeded to schedule an inspection to ensur...
Pest Control Licensing in Iowa
State licensing is required for pest control operators, typically through the Department of Agriculture or Environmental Conservation. Exams and continuing education are standard. Always verify your pest control provider is properly licensed and insured before hiring.
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Pest Control by City (34 cities)
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| City | Providers | Avg Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 16 | 4.48 ★ | 3,911 |
| Davenport | 14 | 4.35 ★ | 2,286 |
| Cedar Rapids | 11 | 4.49 ★ | 3,070 |
| Urbandale | 9 | 4.8 ★ | 4,461 |
| Waterloo | 8 | 4.57 ★ | 329 |
| Dubuque | 8 | 4.4 ★ | 1,188 |
| Sioux City | 7 | 3.7 ★ | 272 |
| Ankeny | 6 | 4.9 ★ | 4,728 |
| Hiawatha | 5 | 4.6 ★ | 1,104 |
| Muscatine | 4 | 4.78 ★ | 532 |
| Ames | 4 | 4.6 ★ | 234 |
| Spirit Lake | 4 | 4.95 ★ | 47 |
| West Des Moines | 4 | 4.83 ★ | 1,505 |
| Iowa City | 3 | 4.8 ★ | 1,442 |
| Grimes | 3 | 4.9 ★ | 2,068 |
| Bettendorf | 3 | 4.63 ★ | 231 |
| Council Bluffs | 3 | 4.83 ★ | 107 |
| Pella | 3 | 4.63 ★ | 368 |
| Marshalltown | 3 | 4.3 ★ | 466 |
| Clive | 3 | 4.57 ★ | 1,589 |
| Ottumwa | 3 | 4.53 ★ | 113 |
| Oskaloosa | 2 | 4.75 ★ | 8 |
| Cedar Falls | 2 | 4.75 ★ | 1,266 |
| Burlington | 2 | 4.65 ★ | 127 |
| Riverside | 2 | 4.9 ★ | 237 |
| Sheldon | 2 | 4.35 ★ | 5 |
| Albia | 2 | 5 ★ | 4 |
| Maxwell | 2 | 4.45 ★ | 78 |
| Marion | 2 | 4.65 ★ | 85 |
| Clinton | 2 | 4.85 ★ | 947 |
| Calmar | 2 | — | 0 |
| Knoxville | 2 | 4.9 ★ | 23 |
| Mt Pleasant | 2 | 5 ★ | 13 |
| Fort Dodge | 2 | 4.85 ★ | 219 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pest control companies are in Iowa?
There are 219 pest control companies listed in Iowa, serving 34 cities. The average rating is 4.58 stars from 35,028 total reviews.
How much does pest control cost in Iowa?
Pest control costs in Iowa vary by service: one-time treatments run $150–$500 depending on pest type and home size, quarterly plans $100–$300 per quarter, termite treatments $500–$2,500+ depending on treatment type and home size. Temperate climate with distinct seasons creates strong seasonal pest cycles, with outdoor pests peaking in summer and indoor pest pressure rising in winter. Get 3+ quotes for accurate local pricing.
How do I find a good exterminator in Iowa?
Start by comparing providers in your city below. Look for companies with 4.5+ stars and 50+ reviews. State licensing is required for pest control operators, typically through the Department of Agriculture or Environmental Conservation. Exams and continuing education are standard. Get at least 3 quotes for comparison.
What pests are common in Iowa?
Based on 35,028 customer reviews, the most commonly reported pests in Iowa are ants, mice, spiders, bats, wasps. A local exterminator can identify and treat pests specific to your area.
When is peak pest season in Iowa?
Peak pest season in Iowa runs April through October. However, some pests like rodents are more active in fall and winter when they seek indoor shelter. Year-round quarterly service is recommended for consistent protection.