66/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,822 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Best Pest Control Companies in Durham, NC (2026)
142 pest control companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Durham: Terminix, CR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 1,822 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Orkin, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 142.
- 14
Most-reviewed: Aruza Pest Control, 6,349 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 142 ranked; ranked #14.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
142 Durham pest control companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 24 are open 24/7, 78 open Saturdays and 30 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 142 rated businesses.
Top 10 pest control companies in Durham at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Terminix | 66 | 4.9★ (1,822) | Durham | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Orkin | 65 | 4.8★ (1,444) | Durham | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | ClearDefense Pest Control | 63 | 4.9★ (1,401) | Durham | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | ClearDefense Pest Control | 62 | 5.0★ (3,946) | Raleigh, 10 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control - Durham | 62 | 4.8★ (1,273) | Durham | Sat | — |
| 6 | Kil Mor Pest Management | 62 | 5.0★ (1,825) | Durham | — | — |
| 7 | Bug Out | 62 | 4.8★ (90) | Durham | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Kind Pest Control | 61 | 5.0★ (2,285) | Carrboro, 12 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Terminix | 61 | 4.8★ (1,517) | Raleigh, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Lightning Wildlife and Pest Removal LLC | 61 | 5.0★ (83) | Durham | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 142 best pest control companies in Durham, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 Orkin
Based in Durham
65/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,444 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
63/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,401 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Raleigh, 10 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3,946 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
62/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,273 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
62/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 1,825 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#7 Bug Out
Based in Durham
62/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 90 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Carrboro, 12 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 2,285 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#9 Terminix
Based in Raleigh, 20 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,517 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
61/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#11 Orkin
Based in Raleigh, 21 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,777 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#12 Orkin
Based in Raleigh, 19 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,247 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Apex, 18 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 4,676 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Apex, 19 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 6,349 Google reviews, the most in Durham.
Based in Durham
60/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 559 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#16 Bug Out
Based in Raleigh, 17 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 1,610 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Morrisville, 12 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,619 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
60/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 294 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#19 Orkin
Based in Raleigh, 11 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 186 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Raleigh, 16 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,303 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Cary, 17 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 1,623 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Raleigh, 19 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 2,326 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Apex, 17 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,206 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
59/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 174 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Durham
59/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 257 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Pest control companies ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 142 ranked pest control companies here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | HomeTeam Pest Defense | 59 | 4.8★ (449) | In Durham |
| 27 | Stomp Pest Control | 59 | 4.9★ (1,914) | 10 mi |
| 28 | Economy Exterminators | 59 | 5.0★ (250) | 8 mi |
| 29 | Mosquito Authority | 59 | 4.9★ (1,181) | 18 mi |
| 30 | Aptive Pest Control | 59 | 4.5★ (5,740) | 16 mi |
| 31 | Hawx Pest Control | 59 | 4.6★ (4,548) | 17 mi |
| 32 | Scott's Turf and Pest Services | 59 | 5.0★ (282) | 10 mi |
| 33 | Vinx Pest Control - Raleigh | 58 | 4.9★ (319) | 10 mi |
| 34 | Mosquito and Pest Authority of Durham | 58 | 4.9★ (200) | In Durham |
| 35 | Kil-Mor Pest Management | 58 | 4.8★ (48) | In Durham |
| 36 | Mosquito Squad of Raleigh | 58 | 4.8★ (115) | 16 mi |
| 37 | Dimino Pest Control | 58 | 5.0★ (182) | 17 mi |
| 38 | Kind Pest Control | 58 | 5.0★ (1,067) | 21 mi |
| 39 | Lawn Pride of North Raleigh | 58 | 5.0★ (42) | 14 mi |
| 40 | Economy Exterminators | 58 | 5.0★ (483) | 17 mi |
| 41 | A Wildlife Pro | 57 | 5.0★ (23) | 11 mi |
| 42 | NC Snake Catcher | 57 | 5.0★ (52) | 16 mi |
| 43 | Proforce Pest Control - Raleigh | 57 | 4.6★ (425) | 21 mi |
| 44 | ClearDefense Pest Control | 57 | 5.0★ (1,177) | 24 mi |
| 45 | PRIZM Pest Control | 57 | 4.9★ (985) | 21 mi |
| 46 | Rapid Wildlife Removal LLC. | 57 | 5.0★ (63) | 19 mi |
| 47 | Bulwark Exterminating | 57 | 4.9★ (636) | 19 mi |
| 48 | Attic to Basement Pest Control | 57 | 5.0★ (52) | In Durham |
| 49 | Moxie Pest Control | 57 | 4.8★ (4,224) | 20 mi |
| 50 | Go-Forth Pest Control | 57 | 5.0★ (538) | 22 mi |
Also serving Durham
20 more pest control companies within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bening Pest Management | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Cat Daddy's Wildlife Service | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| DryLock Pest & Crawl | In Durham | |
| Durham Pest Control service | In Durham | |
| Durham wildlife control | In Durham | |
| Eco Friendly Pest Management in Cary | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Eco Man Pest Solutions | In Durham | |
| Eco Pest Control of Durham | 5.0★ (2) | In Durham |
| EZ Pest Control Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Durham |
| Fresh Wave Co | In Durham | |
| GetLocal Services - Pest Control | In Durham | |
| Kern County Pest Control | 3.0★ (2) | In Durham |
| Local Pest Control Services in Durham | 5.0★ (1) | In Durham |
| R & R Exterminating | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Shielded Habitat | 4.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Southeast Wildlife & Pest Control, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Durham |
| Superior Pest Control Cary NC | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Swift Vibe Co | In Durham | |
| Werner Pest Control Inc Durham | 5.0★ (1) | In Durham |
| Whitco Termite & Pest Control | In Durham |
How we ranked Durham pest control companies
We scored 142 Durham pest control companies on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 3, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Durham data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Pest control companies in Durham: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pest control company in Durham?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pest control company in Durham, NC is Terminix with a CR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 1,822 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Orkin (#2) and ClearDefense Pest Control (#3) follow. We ranked 142 pest control companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pest control companies are there in Durham?
ContractorsRanked ranks 142 pest control companies serving Durham, NC. 15 of them are based in Durham; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pest control companies in Durham are open 24/7?
24 ranked pest control companies in Durham post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Terminix (#1), Orkin (#2) and Bug Out (#7). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pest control companies in Durham work on weekends?
78 of 142 ranked pest control companies post Saturday hours and 30 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Terminix (#1), Orkin (#2) and ClearDefense Pest Control (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Durham pest control companies have?
The median Google rating among 142 rated pest control companies in Durham is 4.9★, with a median of 172 reviews. Aruza Pest Control has the most, 6,349 reviews, and ranks #14. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank pest control companies?
Each pest control company gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do pest control companies outside Durham count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Durham city center, our service radius for pest control companies. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can pest control companies pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Durham
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 142 pest control companies serving Durham.
- November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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