65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3,460 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Best Pest Control Companies in Near South Side, IL (2026)
226 pest control companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Near South Side: Eco Tech Pest Control, CR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 3,460 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Mr. Critter, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 226.
- 23
Most-reviewed: Pointe Pest Control, 5,002 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 226 ranked; ranked #23.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
226 Near South Side pest control companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 60 are open 24/7, 181 open Saturdays and 87 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 226 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Pest control companies in West Town ranking. See Pest control companies in West Town
Top 10 pest control companies in Near South Side at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eco Tech Pest Control | 65 | 5.0★ (3,460) | Niles, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Mr. Critter | 63 | 5.0★ (218) | Naperville, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Terminix | 63 | 4.9★ (331) | Chicago, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Orkin | 62 | 4.6★ (2,484) | Broadview, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Orkin | 62 | 4.6★ (4,390) | Crestwood, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Easy Way Pest Control | 62 | 4.9★ (297) | Chicago, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Orkin | 61 | 4.7★ (2,164) | Des Plaines, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Orkin | 61 | 4.6★ (1,344) | Skokie, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Pest Control Chicago | 61 | 4.6★ (166) | Chicago, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | EZ Bed Bug Exterminator | 61 | 4.8★ (83) | Chicago, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 226 best pest control companies in Near South Side, 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 Mr. Critter
Based in Naperville, 5 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 218 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#3 Terminix
Based in Chicago, 5 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 331 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#4 Orkin
Based in Broadview, 12 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 2,484 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#5 Orkin
Based in Crestwood, 16 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 4,390 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 10 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 297 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#7 Orkin
Based in Des Plaines, 19 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 2,164 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#8 Orkin
Based in Skokie, 14 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 1,344 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 3 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 166 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 10 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 126 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 2 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 172 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 516 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 5 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 1,173 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
#15 Terminix
Based in Des Plaines, 19 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 1,311 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 10 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 581 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Arlington Heights, 23 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,057 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Glen Ellyn, 23 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 2,316 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 502 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Niles, 14 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,610 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Berwyn, 9 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 867 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Arlington Heights, 24 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 5,002 Google reviews, the most in Near South Side.
Based in Chicago, 1 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 464 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based in Griffith, 23 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 829 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
How we ranked Near South Side pest control companies
We scored 226 Near South Side 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 Near South Side 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 Near South Side: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pest control company in Near South Side?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pest control company in Near South Side, IL is Eco Tech Pest Control with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 3,460 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Mr. Critter (#2) and Terminix (#3) follow. We ranked 226 pest control companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pest control companies are there in Near South Side?
ContractorsRanked ranks 226 pest control companies serving Near South Side, IL. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pest control companies in Near South Side are open 24/7?
60 ranked pest control companies in Near South Side post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Eco Tech Pest Control (#1), Mr. Critter (#2) and Terminix (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pest control companies in Near South Side work on weekends?
181 of 226 ranked pest control companies post Saturday hours and 87 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Eco Tech Pest Control (#1), Mr. Critter (#2) and Terminix (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Near South Side pest control companies have?
The median Google rating among 226 rated pest control companies in Near South Side is 4.9★, with a median of 59 reviews. Pointe Pest Control has the most, 5,002 reviews, and ranks #23. 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 Near South Side count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Near South Side 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 Near South Side
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 226 pest control companies serving Near South Side.
- November 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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