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

Will is amazing. He is very professional and does a thorough job. He doesn’t rush you if you have concerns and lets you know he is always here if you need him. I would give him a 10 star

Ro Hazel
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Preferred always takes good care of us. It really shows that they take care of their employees by the way their employees take care of the customers.

Shaun, Perry, and the rest of Preferred, thank you!

Edit to add... Jenny has taken over as our Pest Control Tech and had been phenomenal!

Chris Dionne
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Will was awesome. Very informative and knowledgeable of his services. Highly recommend. We appreciate him very much

Tallyn Flores
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

I used Preferred Pest Control this past Friday and I have to say I was pleased with their services! My technician was Jelyna Rives and her customer service was excellent, she was very polite and insightful! She sprayed for spiders and put gel down for ants and I haven’t seen either of the pesky pest at all since! I highly recommend Preferred Pest Control for all of your unwanted pest problems, you will not be disappointed!

JR Cruikshank
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Excellent service. Always on time. Makes adjustments to fit our needs. Highly recommended

Larry Robertson
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

The technician, David, was professional and thorough. He educated me about the service and explained everything to me I needed to know. I highly recommend Preferred Pest Control.

Gale Swihart
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Will Jones was a good tech help us with our treatment he went above and beyond. This is a good place to go when yu need pest control. I would recommend them 100%. WIil thanks for taken care of us.

James Smith
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Highly convenient appointments. Always want to hear if you’re having any issues so they can address. Very friendly techs.

Brian Kidwell
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

He's friendly and very thoroughl. So helpful thank you Justin

Pamela Jean
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Polite courteous and after they sprayed all the ants were gone very satisfied

trent dunnihoo
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Amanda was very nice and took the time to tell me all about what she was doing before she did it.

Jami Brittain
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Took the time to go into each and every room, took pics, asked questions, answered any question I had with ease. will defiantly recommend.

Francis Street First UMC
St Joseph Office
Missouri Pest Management Association
St Joseph Chamber of Commerce
National Pest Management Association