I contacted Defend Pest Control based on the reviews here and thought I'd add my own, specifically…read morereflecting on his integrity in this situation. I live in an old historical part of Baltimore and came home to the lovely surprise of a thick swarm of flying ant-like insects all over the property. They were congregating around the old wood piles, so I was certain they were eating it and called up in a panic. (I had never dealt with a pest issue before and I was terrified at the thought of something possibly eating my recent purchase). So I called and he asked me to text him a few pictures. Turns out it was just citronella ants. (Generally harmless and definitely don't eat wood.) He could have easily taken me for a ride in my naivety, but he didn't. I'll take expertise, honesty, and integrity in a heartbeat. I'll also have him first in my recommendation list for others or in case I have an actual problem in the future.

Ed responded very quickly to my post, worked with my schedule and was able to come out within a few…read moredays, and had a good understanding of the issues we were having. After the treatment he had a suggestion for how we could treat our yard ourselves as well. He followed up by phone and is polite and gregarious. Would gladly use his company again

I needed a bee removal service, so I went to submit a service request. A few places reached out to…read moreme within minutes. One place, however, went a step further, saying they could help and asking for my number. I provided my number and received a prompt call from John. He asked for a few more details and my address. He was at my residence within about 20 minutes. He assessed the problem area and explained exactly what was needed, which was more than just a bee removal service. I really appreciated his help. He was very professional, and I would use his services again. Thanks again, John!!

I'm so glad the algorithm made this company available to me...I would have never found it on my own…read moreand now John and his team are locked in for life! John came out because I had a problem I wasn't even aware I had, not until the evidence of what the critters left in my pantry that is and after my stomach unclinched I jumped on Yelp. He gives you 2 solutions to address and combat the problem and he didn't try to upsell his services which I appreciated and the work also comes with a re-service guarantee so there's value for you buck right there. His work was clean and his humble and calm demeanor was very nice to see. This is the go-to recommendation for all your pest needs both inside and outside your home.

Lamont is a first rate human. When he realized he couldn't perform the service I needed, beehive…read moreremoval from a wall, he texted me a specialist's phone number, and followed up to make sure I connected with them. Thank you

After updating the review we were contacted immediately and someone was sent to handle the…read moreincomplete task. Understanding what caused the miscommunication, and appreciating the resolution, we've restored the original rating.

It's been almost a year since I had pest issues, and I owe it all to this company! The initial…read moreconsultation was quick and informative, and they started the work on time. They had three people on the job, and each were experts and shared a great deal of knowledge with me. They explained everything to me, which was a huge help. The price was reasonable, and I'm sure many other companies could learn from them. I'll definitely be using their services in the future. By the way, it took up to a week for the termites to be completely gone. I had both indoor and outdoor treatments done, and the time it took was minimal.

Review for Lanes Termite Service Incorporated - 5 Stars…read more I cannot say enough good things about Lanes Termite Service Incorporated. This family-owned business has truly earned my deepest respect and highest recommendation. We recently experienced something terrifying--a massive swarm of flying termites at our front door. I'm talking thousands of them, buzzing around the entrance and creeping into the stairwell of our split-level home. I was absolutely shaken and didn't know what to do. I called Lanes Termite, and to my absolute relief, they were at our home in under an hour. Their professionalism, urgency, and kind demeanor instantly helped calm my nerves. They got straight to work without hesitation and handled the infestation with confidence and expertise--all for a very fair price. This isn't the first time Lanes has helped us--they previously handled a squirrel problem in our attic with the same care and professionalism. But this termite swarm had me truly panicked, and their quick response was nothing short of a blessing. What I love most about this company is that they've been serving families for over 40 years, and it shows. They bring not just experience, but a personal, trustworthy touch that's rare these days. You can tell they genuinely care. If you're looking for pest control you can trust with your home and peace of mind, look no further. Lanes Termite Service Incorporated is the absolute best. I would give them ten stars if I could!

They gave me a great price to get rid of a serious termite issue at my home. Their price was much…read morelower than the other company I called for the same exact work. The tech did an awesome job here and was a real pro(I think his name is Jim). The receptionist answered all of my questions and is super professional. Highly recommend and I'll use them again for anything I may need in the future.

From the owner: Action Exterminator Company, Inc. is a family owned business and has been providing quality pest…read moreand termite control services for residential and commercial industries in southern Maryland since 1970. Action Exterminator is a full service pest control company that recognizes competing in today's environment requires technical excellence. Determined to be the best in this industry, Action focuses on three general categories: (1) meeting the specification (2) providing on schedule performance and (3) providing consistency in quality. Action Exterminator Company is licensed, and our technicians certified, by the Maryland Department of Agriculture. All pesticides utilized by Action are registered by the EPA and are applied in strict adherence with label direction. Action provides ongoing training for all company personnel; meaning everyone will be provided with the most modern and progressive service procedures and, at the same time, making sure to comply with all county, state and feder

Moving to the sorta-country has exposed me to insects that I didn't even know existed…read more I'm talkin creepy crawlies on a Jurassic scale. Bugs so big that they've made me afraid to step out of my home. I'm a city girl and I am just not used to this... ...And I wasn't about to get used to this either, so I hopped on Yelp to gather some quotes for some much needed pest control services. Chris from First Gen was one of the first to respond, and he was by far the most professional. He was able to squeeze me in for a next day consultation and he was both incredibly personable and wonderfully professional the whole time. During our appointment, I didn't feel like I was being sold on anything. Instead of trying to pressure me into one solution or another, he took the time to ask informed questions and get a better understanding of my needs and concerns, before making any recommendations. I walked him through the areas of my property where I was seeing the most activity and he was able to take my vague descriptions to help me identify exactly what I was seeing (because I swear some of these bugs I've never seen before in my life. There must be some new ones out here!). He then developed a customized treatment plan for how to address these particular pests, and keep them away so that I can enjoy my patio, my yard, and ultimately my property with a greater degree of comfort and ease. We scheduled my first appointment for the day after our consultation. He was very mindful and respectful of my property, as well as mindful not to disrupt my workday (since I work from home) as he perform the treatments. The cost of the services was more than fair, especially given how thorough he was with the treatments... and how please I am with the results. Chris was able to answer all of my questions thoroughly, as well as explain every product he used (He even had eco-friendly pest control products!), what it was used for, and what I could expect in the coming days and weeks. At the end of the appointment, I felt like I had a good understanding of what services were performed, which products were intended to treat which problem, and what to expect from future appointments. So far, things have been just as Chris described. I've seen exponentially less creepy crawlies (most of the ones I have seen have been dead, allowing me to sweep them into the grass) and the mosquito activity has plummeted dramatically. I feel much more comfortable not only being able to go outside again, but also to have friends and family over to hang out in the yard without having to worry about us being attacked by the worst that nature has to offer. Thanks Chris! I'll see you at our next appointment.

Took down a big hornet nest. Called in the morning and it was gone by the afternoon. Reasonably…read morepriced. Would recommend.