Mice moving in for the winter, ants in the kitchen or a raccoon in the attic? These are five independent pest and wildlife control companies with Indianapolis offices and strong reviews. We skipped the national chains, read the recent reviews and wrote down what people actually say.
Our 5 picks at a glance
- Kendall Pest Control: mice and rats
- Critter Removal Indianapolis: raccoons, squirrels and bats
- Mint Pest Control: year-round spider and bug treatments
- Trio Pest Control: termite and crawl space inspections
- Franklin Pest Solutions: landlords and long-term coverage
Nobody paid to be on this list. We picked and ordered these businesses using the method below. Some local businesses pay to be the labeled expert behind one of our guides. If one of them is on this list, it gets an “Expert partner (paid)” badge, and it never moves up because of it.
1. Kendall Pest Control
Best for mice and rats
What reviewers say: This is an owner-operator, and most reviewers talk about mice. They describe bait stations that cleared up rodent problems in houses, garages and even a warehouse, plus roaches, fleas and a low beehive. People say he responds fast, often the same day, explains each step and prices fairly, and several have used him for years.
Good to know: It’s a one-person operation with a smaller review count, so book early in busy seasons.
- Locally owned and operated by John Kendall, in business since 2008 (BBB)
- Mice and rats, termites, ants, roaches, fleas, bees, bed bugs, residential and commercial
- Near Fountain Square, serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas
2. Critter Removal Indianapolis
Best for raccoons, squirrels and bats
What reviewers say: Reviewers describe humane removal of raccoons, squirrels, bats and opossums from attics, walls and under decks. Technicians find the entry points and seal them, and they keep homeowners updated with photos, trail-camera checks and follow-up visits. Several reviewers say other companies had failed before this crew solved the problem.
Good to know: It’s mainly a wildlife removal company. For ants, roaches or a quarterly spray, one of the others is a better fit.
- Locally owned (per its website); not listed on the BBB
- Wildlife removal (raccoons, squirrels, bats, birds, groundhogs, opossums, moles), mice and rats, plus insect services
- Website advertises guaranteed results for a fixed price
- Serves Marion County and the surrounding counties
3. Mint Pest Control
Best for year-round spider and bug treatments
What reviewers say: Reviewers describe full inside-and-outside treatments, spider and web removal, and technicians who check in before spraying and explain the plan. Polite, knowledgeable techs come up again and again. Some reviewers switched from another company and noticed a difference quickly.
Good to know: It sells ongoing seasonal service. Ask about the plan length and how to cancel before you sign up.
- Indianapolis office since 2021 (BBB); regional company based in Louisville, Ky.
- Ants, spiders (including brown recluse), mice and rats, wasps, bed bugs, roaches, mosquitoes, termites
- Website offers free re-service between visits
- South side office on Elmwood Ave
4. Trio Pest Control
Best for termite and crawl space inspections
What reviewers say: Reviewers keep mentioning fast scheduling, often a technician at the door the next day, and crawl space and attic inspections that end with a clear written finding. Termite inspections, carpenter ants, hornets and a bed bug case all come up. Several are long-time home and business customers who say the techs are polite and explain what they found.
Good to know: Its BBB profile lists a different phone number, (317) 902-8856, than its Google listing.
- Family-owned and operated (per its website), in business since 2010 (BBB)
- Termites (including pre-construction), ants, bed bugs (including heat treatment), stinging insects, roaches, mice, mosquitoes, stink bugs
- South side (E Thompson Rd), serving Marion County and the surrounding counties
5. Franklin Pest Solutions
Best for landlords and long-term coverage
What reviewers say: Reviewers praise knowledgeable, on-time technicians who explain what they treated, and helpful office and inspection staff. Ants and roaches come up most, along with long-time customers whose termite problem ended after an early inspection. Rental property owners say it keeps their buildings covered.
Good to know: Its 4.6 rating is the lowest on this list and right at our cutoff.
- Multi-generation family business, since 1929 (BBB and its website)
- Home pest plans with four visits a year, termites, mice and rats, ants, bed bugs, mosquitoes, wasps, commercial service
- Office on N Keystone Ave, serving about 50 miles around Indianapolis
How we picked
- We started with pest control companies that show up on Google Maps for Indianapolis searches and have an Indianapolis office.
- To make the list, a company had to be independent (no national brands, franchises or companies owned by national groups), rated 4.6 or higher on Google with at least 100 reviews, and rated A+ by the BBB or not listed there. Pest control ratings tend to run lower than other trades, so we set the bar at 4.6 instead of 4.8.
- We ordered them by Google rating adjusted for review count, so a 4.9 from 1,000 people counts for more than a 5.0 from 12. (We blend each rating with 100 reviews at 4.5 stars, so small samples don’t jump to the top.)
- We read 20 to 30 recent Google reviews for each company and summarized the themes that came up more than once. One-off complaints aren’t counted as themes.
- Ratings and review counts were checked on November 13, 2026. They change daily, so click through for today’s numbers. Only five companies met every rule this time, and we recheck the list every few months.
Before you hire a pest control company
- Ask whether it’s a one-time treatment or a plan. For a plan, ask how long it runs, what it costs per visit and how to cancel.
- Ask what product they’ll use and what you need to do with kids and pets, and for how long.
- For mice and wildlife, ask whether they seal the entry points or only trap and bait. Sealing is what keeps them out.
- For termites, get the inspection findings in writing, and ask what the warranty covers.
- Indiana licenses pest control applicators through the Office of Indiana State Chemist. Ask for the technician’s license number.
Hearing scratching in the walls? Start with our guide to mice in the house this winter.
Questions people ask
Do I need a pest control contract?
Not always. A one-time treatment can handle a single problem like a wasp nest. Ongoing plans make more sense for recurring issues like ants, spiders or mice. If you sign up for a plan, get the cancellation terms in writing.
Who removes raccoons or squirrels from an attic?
That’s wildlife removal, which not every pest control company does. On this list, Critter Removal Indianapolis focuses on it.
Why isn’t my pest control company on the list?
It may not have met one of our cutoffs (4.6+ on Google with 100+ reviews, A+ or no BBB rating, independent), or we may have missed it. Tell us about it using the link below, and we’ll look at it when we recheck the list.
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