Trusted Pest Control in Northwest Missouri Since 1970

Our Story

For over 50 years, Preferred Pest Control has been the trusted choice for homes and businesses in St. Joseph, Missouri, and the broader Northwest Missouri area. Founded in 1970 by Russell Smith, the business was soon taken over by his son-in-law, Wally Cooperider.

Wally passionately led Preferred Pest Control for decades, building its reputation for reliable service. In 2012, the family legacy continued when his son, Perry Cooperider, and Perry’s wife, Dawn, joined the company. In 2015, Perry and Dawn officially acquired the business, expanding services to include specialized bed bug removal and upholding our commitment to expert pest control. We’re known for being Tough on Pests, Easy on You!

Today, under Perry and Dawn’s leadership, we continue Wally’s tradition of excellence, providing effective termite control and comprehensive pest solutions with a focus on our community.

That’s “The Preferred Way.”

preferred pest team photo
preferred pest team photo

Expert Pest Control You Can Trust

We’re dedicated to protecting your home and business with expert pest control solutions. Our professional team works tirelessly to keep your space free of unwanted guests, using proven techniques and the highest standards of care. Whether you’re facing an infestation at home or at the office, our experienced exterminators are committed to providing effective treatments and superior customer service—so you can enjoy a cleaner, pest-free environment. 

We provide pest control that is fast, friendly, and dependable. 
Tough on Pests. Easy on You.

Reviews
5 Star Review

Termite treatment. Guys did a great job very happy with your company and employees who came out.

Frank Hayden
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Amanda is does everything great and has stayed on top of outside issues that has kept them from being inside issues! Thanks so much!!! So great to work with you!!

JoBeth Swendson
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Amanda always does a great job. She is attentive and share knowledge and ideas to help with home pests. We hope she is back every quarter!

Gregory Mayer
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

He is wonderful only one we like to come to our house he is caring an Listen to our concerns

Wendy Hundley
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Preferred Pest Control has been wonderful from start to finish! From the initial phone call, until today’s inspection, the experience has been 100% positive! Dawn answered the phone, understood the urgency of my concerns, set up an appointment within a few days, and explained the process. She scheduled the initial inspection, gave a short 2 hour window of time and said David would text when he was on his way. He arrived exactly when he said he would, was very professional and explained everything to me.

Linda Borger
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Jenny is amazing!! She’s always very thorough, friendly, explains everything completely and does a great job!! She’s helped me for years now and has always been absolutely amazing! The best of the best!

Darby Meehan
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Preferred Pest was exceptional during every part of service. Would highly recommend! Their service technician, Dave, was very knowledgeable, and he explained every detail in the step-by-step process of ridding the exterior of my home of bugs.

Stancy Bond
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

The service man was great!! Made me feel good about our bug problem was not uncommon and confident that his visit would take care of the disgusting problem. So grateful to preferred pest control for solving our issue.

Heather Church
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Always on time after contacting me to let me know when they will be at me home. Polite and courteous service man and always ask if I have any concerns or question before leaving.

Pandora George
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

We needed an extra indoor treatment and Greg came right out and took care of it. Thanks Preferred Pest Control!

Mike and Joy Corder
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Have used Preferred many times, both personally and professionally, and would highly recommend. Preferred is highly skilled, will work around schedules to accommodate, and are very professional and courteous. I absolutely LOVE this company and group of people!!

LaVonne McKinley-Cook
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Justin was awesome! Did a great job and answered any questions or concerns I had. I always used Preferred Care for our insect control! Thank you!!

Rik Danner
St Joseph Office
Missouri Pest Management Association
St Joseph Chamber of Commerce
National Pest Management Association