65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 829 Google reviews, the most in Portage.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Pest Control Companies in Portage, IN (2026)
25 pest control companies ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Portage: Guardian Pest Control, CR Score 65/100; 4.9★ from 829 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 6
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Superior Pest Control Solutions, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #6 of 25.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Franklin Pest Solutions, 829 Google reviews at 4.8★, tied for the most of 25 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
25 Portage pest control companies are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 19 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 25 rated businesses.
Top 10 pest control companies in Portage at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guardian Pest Control | 65 | 4.9★ (829) | Griffith, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Franklin Pest Solutions | 60 | 4.8★ (829) | Michigan City, 17 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | EcoShield Pest Solutions | 60 | 4.7★ (315) | Portage | — | — |
| 4 | Lawn Doctor of West Lake County | 60 | 4.9★ (434) | Griffith, 14 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Monroe Pest Control Inc | 58 | 4.6★ (129) | Hobart, 7 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Superior Pest Control Solutions | 58 | 5.0★ (7) | Gary, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 7 | Franklin Pest Solutions | 58 | 4.7★ (325) | Hammond, 18 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Ace Exterminating Co., INC. | 57 | 5.0★ (104) | Highland, 15 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Green Pest Management | 56 | 5.0★ (74) | Schererville, 16 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Rapid Pest Solutions | 56 | 4.8★ (136) | Munster, 18 mi away | Sat | — |
The 25 best pest control companies in Portage, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Michigan City, 17 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 829 Google reviews, the most in Portage.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Portage
60/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 315 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Griffith, 14 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 434 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hobart, 7 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 4 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hammond, 18 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 325 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Highland, 15 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 104 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Schererville, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Munster, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 10 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chicago, 23 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 404 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Dyer, 19 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Bend, 16 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hobart, 5 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
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Based in Gary, 8 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calumet City, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 14 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lansing, 21 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 144 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in South Holland, 22 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 59 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gary, 24 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Pest control service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Crown Point, 18 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 200 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Merrillville, 10 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Michigan City, 18 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.1★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Portage
10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Brevix Pest Management | 18 mi | |
| Fleming Pest Control | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Four Seasons Pest Control | 24 mi | |
| GoldenRidge Bridge Pest Control | 24 mi | |
| Intact Pest Control | 14 mi | |
| Land Service LLC | 25 mi | |
| Laporte Wildlife Control | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Local Pest Control Services in Hammond | 5.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Tree Hugger Pest Control - Hammond | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Wildlife Trapper Pro | 15 mi |
How we ranked Portage pest control companies
We scored 25 Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage: frequently asked questions
Who is the best pest control company in Portage?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked pest control company in Portage, IN is Guardian Pest Control with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 4.9★ from 829 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Franklin Pest Solutions (#2) and EcoShield Pest Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 25 pest control companies on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many pest control companies are there in Portage?
ContractorsRanked ranks 25 pest control companies serving Portage, IN. 1 of them is based in Portage; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 10 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which pest control companies in Portage are open 24/7?
5 ranked pest control companies in Portage post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Guardian Pest Control (#1), Superior Pest Control Solutions (#6) and Pest Control Gary IN (#11). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which pest control companies in Portage work on weekends?
19 of 25 ranked pest control companies post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Guardian Pest Control (#1), Franklin Pest Solutions (#2) and Lawn Doctor of West Lake County (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Portage pest control companies have?
The median Google rating among 25 rated pest control companies in Portage is 4.8★, with a median of 59 reviews. Guardian Pest Control has the most, 829 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Portage count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Portage 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 Portage
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 25 pest control companies serving Portage.
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