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.”

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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

I used their service for my home and the hotel. They are punctual and very professional. The pricing is very competition. I would choose them every time.

General Manager
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Very knowledgeable and helpful in providing detailed explanations, solutions and tips when talking about bedbugs. They were more than willing to help with my situation!

taylor collins
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Will and Preferred Pest Control are always top notch. Love their quarterly pest control prevention program.

Chad Clark
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Greg M. provided exactly what we were needing and expecting. Glad we called.

Kory
Savannah 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

Always does a thorough and great job. Makes sure that all my concerns and questions are answered.

Todd Joe
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

Preferred Pest Control has always been great to work with both when communicating with people in the office and with their workers in the field.

They are willing to work around your schedule and their field techs do give notice of when they are on their way. In our experience, the techs are always friendly, quick, polite, and professional!

Amanda McCain
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Thanks for the fast reasonable service ! I’m a repeat customer and will be back again!

Sally Bledsoe
Savannah Office
5 Star Review

Amanda was great, she answered all my questions and is very knowledgeable.

Lisa Frump
St Joseph 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

We had a bat issue! Issue was resolved quickly and efficiently! Great service!

JW McClendon
St Joseph Office
5 Star Review

We have a bit of a spider issue, they have been wonderful to work with ease our spider frustrations. Caulin and Matt are absolutely wonderful, working with us on how we can make the treatments more effective before and after treatment. Caulin knocked down all of our mud dauber nests on the house yesterday when he treated the outside! We might also have a bit of a wasp problem too, the pests love us UGH!

Kandy Hodkins
Savannah Office