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Tough on Pests, Easy on You — Since 1970

We’ve protected Northwest Missouri homes and businesses for over 56 years, combining time-tested service with today’s smartest pest solutions. Get started today and see why your neighbors trust us to keep their properties pest-free year-round, with every service handled by licensed technicians who follow strict application standards.

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Preferred Pest Control: Your Hometown Pest Experts

Dependable Service, Modern Solutions

Preferred Pest Control has delivered professional pest control services to homes and businesses across Northwest Missouri for 56 years. Our family-owned operation specializes in effective pest elimination while prioritizing customer convenience. With our "Tough on Pests, Easy on You" approach, we provide targeted treatments, flexible service options, and expert technicians who focus on education — not just treatment. 

Whether you need recurring protection or one-time service, our team delivers reliable solutions, backed by our service guarantee. Get started by requesting your free quote or by calling us anytime. We have live phone answering available 24/7.

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Our team is ready to respond quickly when pests appear. We will address your problem the same day, when possible, and give you fast relief and peace of mind.

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We invest in modern technology that delivers faster, more accurate results with less disruption— setting us apart from companies still using outdated methods.

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Missouri’s Preferred Choice in Pest Control

With over five decades of family-led service, Preferred Pest Control combines trusted experience with modern solutions to keep homes and businesses pest-free. From specialized bed bug removal to year-round termite protection, our commitment to reliability, innovation, and the community is what makes us the preferred choice in Northwest Missouri — that’s “The Preferred Way.”

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Pests don’t take a break, Neither should you!

Stay ahead of pests with bi-monthly treatments that keep your home protected all year long for just $41 per month.
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With over 600 Google reviews, our customer testimonials speak volumes about the quality and satisfaction we consistently deliver.
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We use Preferred Pest at home and at our business. They are always professional and knowledgeable. I always refer them to others. Highly, highly recommend!

Jenny
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Have had Preferred's quarterly maintenance program for five years. Pests are not a problem in my home. It is clean and pest free. They're dependable, on-time and responsive. Glad I found them.

Robert Pyatt
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

We love Will, always super friendly & answers any questions that I have.

Cassie Pankake
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Jacob was friendly and professional. We look forward to having him as our new pest control manager.

Bonnie Auxier
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

They were very professional and we did not have any termites at this time. We would highly recommend them and will definitely use them in the future.

karen Etzler
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Preferred Pest Control is amazing I have been using them for about 3 years now, and they are always so friendly and willing to help and answer questions whenever needed!

jasmine boggess
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

My son and daughter in-laws pest control professional Jill, is the best. She was always on time, communicated well, very professional, and overall, made the whole process less stressful. She definitely is passionate about her job.

Lolita Watson
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Justin is polite, friendly, and has been delivering great service for over a year.

Carol Fuson
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

If you are looking to get rid of your pest issues from a company that really cares, this is your company. From the office people, to ALL of the technicians, as well as the owners they are AMAZING people. Not only do they care about their customers, but they also care tremendously for their staff. Great at what they do and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone! 10/10 Happy with this company and can’t wait to see their growth even further than they have!

Laramie Smith
Savannah Office
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Preferred pest has a wonderful staff that are always helpful, professional, and caring. Their treatments have helped my property tremendously.

Whenever a rainfall washed away the mosquito treatment, they came back within days to spray again. They inform you of the places they treated the most and do a thorough inspection of the property.

Rayna Vogan
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

We opted for the annual service. We see them quarterly and they take care of ALL our needs and come back upon request if we see signs of anything sneaking up. We appreciate all that they do!! HIGHLY recommend!!!

Wells Home
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Excellent customer service as always. Great company with great employees!

Travis & Jenna Wells
Savannah Office
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We’re proud to serve our neighbors across Northwest Missouri, protecting homes and families with reliable, effective pest control. Being a local company allows us to build lasting relationships while understanding the unique needs of our community. See if we service your city:

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