I recently hired Abra Kadabra recently to help us get rid of a wasp nest from our backyard and I'm…read morethrilled to report the wasps are still gone and I would absolutely hire AK again. I used the "Projects" feature in Yelp to get a few bids and AK was competitive. When I scheduled the appointment to have someone come to the house, they got me on the books for the next day. My wasp problem wasn't an emergency situation, but it was great to know they could come out fast if needed. The specialist they sent out was great and he explained what he was going to do and what the expected outcome was. Within 30 minutes, he'd finished up and was gone. I hope I don't need them again, but I'd hire AK again if ever there's another pest issue!

From the owner: Abra Kadabra is a family-owned business with local employees…read morewho live in the same neighborhoods and communities as you. That means we’re used to dealing with the same pests and wildlife around our homes. Like you, we’re Minnesotan’s who love and respect nature but don’t necessarily want it in our homes. Through ongoing training and experience, we have the skills to make getting rid of your pest problem seem like magic.

Very impressed with Cloverleaf. They came out the next day and treated for my yellow jacket issue…read more Jessica was super helpful. Will use them again in the future for pest related needs.

They provided excellent customer service and great pest control expertise. I'm pleased with how…read morethey helped me with my issue. I will rely on them for any future mouse/pest issues, and highly recommend them.

Buyer beware. Used Valor as a local, rather than a national…read morecompany. Their first service with us was pretty good to remove squirrel(s) doing damage. Up to 5-days of service. Note the UP TO. Now in spring, planning repairs and wanted to try to ensure the rodent problem was over. Signed up for a 2nd look. Squirrel environment drastically changed since first service, two wooded lots now have homes, neighbors have done some heavy tree trimming. Same 5 days of monitoring. Camera set up late afternoon on Monday, expecting monitoring until Friday, or Saturday with late Monday start. Got couple of email notes, no activity on camera. Tuesday was rain day, squirrels were staying home. Valor was out at 8 am Thursday and pulled the camera and noted they found nothing, ending service in an email. Only 2 1/2 days of service. There was no call or contact with us saying they were cutting service prior to Friday / Saturday afternoon - 5 days. Called Valor to ask why pulled early. Said they saw nothing, pulled it early. First service squirrels were caught on 3rd and 5th days. Asked if we'd get a pro rated refund for the 2 days not serviced. They said no. They BOOKED BILL like auto shops or plumbers/electricians - set price no matter how fast they complete the job. They got their full payment and make extra money by moving on to next job early. But with those other folks, their work is completed. Valor said they knew it was done. Guess they talked with the squirrels and got a written agreement. Major takeaway is Valor's determination of end of service when they think so, not any kind of duration of service. They claim the 5 days is an UP TO approximation, they really determine the end, and in our experience, with no prior contact with the customer. Only an email saying they pulled the equipment. We will never use them again, nor would we recommend their services with that kind of business / customer service. We'll just go national next time.

This company truly cares about locals in Minnesota, and they know how to handle pest issues in our…read morecommunities. Quality never waivers!

Very dedicated service and it was a fraction of what some of the scammers in this business charge!…read moreHighly recommend. Gary A.

*Update: The general manager contacted me soon after this…read moreencounter. He was upfront and honest about the reasons they canceled: Covid-19 and a crew accident left them short-handed, and he also confirmed there were safety concerns with North Minneapolis (interesting their staff was on their way when they canceled...seems those safety concerns were more the issue than being short handed). I offered to reschedule so the chaos could cool off and he said he would only reschedule if I agreed to take down my reviews - I told him I'd absolutely modify my reviews if he assured me that the blatant lying of his employee was addressed. I have not heard back in over a week. Do with this what you will, but I will not be working with them in the future. Please note that I was fully refunded.* I do not recommend - this company red zones areas they don't want to work in, then will lie to your face about it and hang up on you if you express your opinion on their behavior. Don't support them; take your business to a company that respects the community they serve and has more than a modicum of ethics. BEAST Wildlife Solutions canceled an appointment for attic inspection that had been paid for and on the books for a month. I received the cancelation call after getting a call from their inspector, and within 30 minutes of the inspector's supposed arrival time. They offered two excuses. The first was that "we've been considering a policy for several months to not do work in your zip code, as the homes are too old and require too much work to address wildlife issues." The second was "we didn't realize where you were located when we made the appointment." Both of these are at very best partial truths, if not flat out lies. They knew exactly where I was located when they scheduled the appointment AND when they took my credit card information for payment - they even looked up work they'd done for my neighbor (and told me exactly how much my neighbor had spent on their services..which seemed questionable at the time). This is blatant zip code discrimination, likely due to the tragedies experienced in my community over the last week associated with the George Floyd protests. Let me clarify: I don't believe they've done anything illegal. But, they absolutely are willing to lie to you and will do it with a smile on their face. In my opinion, businesses that discriminate blatantly do not belong in our city. Hopefully this review pushes a few paying customers (all would be awesome!) to more ethical, responsible, and worthwhile options.

Had an incredible experience with Arrow Pest Control! Reached out via Yelp and heard back very…read morequickly with an honest quote and availability. He surveyed our home for mice, left traps and blocked any access holes he saw on the outside of the home. He came back in a week to check again and collect any mice he caught. Answered lots of questions and I felt very knowledgeable after he left. Well worth the cost!

Gave me a quote but did not respond when I tried to set up the appointment. I even sent a reminder,…read morewhich was read...but not replied to. Bizarre....and a waste of time.

I highly recommend this pest control company nearby they do a great job and are always available…read moreday or night to answer your calls and help with anything Bug related !

From the owner: In the heart of Minneapolis, where urban life meets nature's challenges, Bancroft Pest Control…read morestands as a guardian of peaceful homes and businesses. Since 2008, they've woven a tapestry of protection against unwanted visitors, from persistent ants to clever rodents, using eco-friendly solutions that respect both environment and effectiveness. Their skilled technicians move like silent warriors through Minneapolis neighborhoods, armed with state-of-the-art pest control equipment and decades of collective experience. Each day brings new stories of triumph over household invaders, as Cody and his team transform pest-troubled properties into sanctuaries of comfort. Whether it's implementing preventive measures against seasonal pests or responding to urgent midnight calls about raccoon visitors, Bancroft's dedication to customer satisfaction shines through in every inspection, treatment, and follow-up. Their holistic approach to pest management has earned them a reputation as Minneapolis's most trusted pest control experts, making them the go-to choice for both residential and commercial clients seeking lasting peace of mind.

We hired Wildlife Management Services (WMS) to address a mouse issue in our attic. While their…read morerodenticide treatment initially appeared effective, it ultimately created a much larger and more costly problem. WMS uses bait stations but does not return to remove the dead rodents or the bait itself. As a result, the rodents left behind in our attic became a food source for carpet beetle larvae. This led to a carpet beetle infestation that has since spread into our home. A reputable pest control company confirmed this outcome, noting that it can take up to two years to surface, which aligns with our experience. After multiple treatments, we've been advised that the only way to fully resolve the issue is to eliminate the larvae source by completely removing and replacing the attic insulation--an extremely expensive solution. When I contacted WMS to share this outcome so they could be aware and potentially adjust their practices, the manager dismissed the concern and was unwilling to engage in a constructive conversation. When she asked what I expected them to do and I suggested they educate themselves on this risk, she ended the call. I called back, assuming we had been disconnected, but she hung up again. Based on both the service outcome and the lack of accountability and professionalism, I would not recommend this company.

The wanted $279 just to do an estimate. They said trapping usually came to over $900, which isn't…read moremuch higher than average according to Forbes, but charging that much for an estimate is insane. Why would anyone agree to that?

We reached out to Nick when we discovered a family of racoons living in our garage to request his…read morehelp trapping them. He was quick to respond and asked good questions about the situation so that he would be prepared. He was able to come out the same day and constructed a custom trapping platform on our garage for the racoons. When we discovered that there was an additional racoon family member, he came back to our place quickly and set up additional traps. He charged us a flat fee for the racoons removal and did not ask for additional payments, even when there were more animals than we realized. He also made sure to cover up the opening in our garage afterwards so that future animals would not be able to access the area. We also appreciate that he does not euthanize the animals he traps, and has access to land in Hastings where he can legally release them. Overall we were really impressed with his service and willingness to be flexible as the situation played out. Some of these services also took place over the weekend, and we appreciated that has was available during these non-standard work hours to make sure the animals were safely relocated.

I think the timeline will illustrate why Nick is going to be my go-to guy any time I have an issue…read morewith critters sneaking into my house and why I think he should be yours. Sunday I noticed that I had a plump squirrel with a mouthful of debris running on the power line into my house and running along the 3rd floor catwalk and into some corner of my house. Monday I call 4 different companies. Nick was one of them, he answers his phone and lets me know he can come inspect on Monday, and tells me his rates. Based on his all 5-star ratings, I call him back and we agreed on a time. Tuesday, morning Nick comes to my house at the agreed time. He does the inspection and determines there are a couple of possible entry points. Based on this he lets me know that he could come later in the day with the appropriate traps and equipment. Tuesday afternoon, Nick & son arrives and he sets up his ladders and starts addressing the entry points. Within minutes, he finds the entry point into our roof. And he finds the squirrel and its babies! The squirrel gets away. Nick addresses the potential entry points, and based on his experience, sets a trap for the squirrel by the entry point for its nest and a remote camera. Nick packs up to go and starts driving away. Within minutes, Nick sees on his remote camera that the squirrel is in the trap. Job done! I appreciated Nick's up-front clarity of his pricing, the odds of successfully trapping the critter, and his regular communication. through the process. I will definitely use him again and I think you will be happy if you use him too.

Tech no showed a scheduled appointment. When called, he would not answer or return a message…read more Wasted my time. Dont waste yours.

From the owner: Have squirrels, bats, ground rodents or other critters in your home? Contact us!read more

I talked with Jim lately and for reasons out of his control he was not able to respond to…read morevoicemails and texts left for him. He did a great job on two separate occasions I called him in. His many years of experience are evident with details of how he properly takes care of pests and he doesn't try to upsell services and annual coverages like many of the pest control companies do now.

Isaac came the same day I called and treated a wasps' nest for us. Three or four years ago, Jim,…read morethe owner, got rid of a total of seven wasps' nests around our house; he spotted several that we hadn't even been aware of. We didn't have another wasp problem until today. I highly recommend both Jim and Isaac; both have been friendly and upbeat and a pleasure to know.