
Aptive Pest Control
Aptive Pest Control
Aptive Pest Control provides residential pest control in Des Moines from its Ankeny branch. Founded in 2015, it uses its ProAct Inspection™ during service visits and tailors treatments to the home's pest activity.
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Business Highlights
- Aptive lists its Des Moines commercial applicator business license as 10085-001.
- Aptive identifies as a PESP Bronze Member.
- Aptive lists its technicians as insured, licensed and background-checked.
- Aptive says it uses EPA-approved products according to product-use guidelines.
- Aptive says it returns at no extra cost if pests come back.
Service Area
Adel, Altoona, Ames, Ankeny, Berwick, Bondurant, Boone, Carlisle, Cedar Rapids, Clive, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Johnston, Knoxville, Marshalltown, Mitchellville, Nevada, Newton, Norwalk, Pella, Perry, Pleasant Hill, Polk City, Roland, Urbandale, Waukee, West Des Moines, Windsor Heights and Winterset.
Active Business Listing
Aptive Pest Control is one of 12 pest control companies ProsGrade lists in Des Moines, Iowa.
8 services listed, including Ant control, Rodent control and Cockroach control. Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. 2,246 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Aptive Pest Control compares with the other 11 pest control companies on ProsGrade in Des Moines, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Has the most Google reviews (2,246) of the 12 Des Moines pest control companies on ProsGrade.
Services Covered
8 services- Ant control
- Rodent controlexpert evaluation and tailored solutions
- Cockroach control
- Spider controlresidual sprays and glue traps in garages, closets and basements
- Mosquito treatment
- Tick treatmenttargeted liquid applications on tall grass, perimeter foliage and wooded edges
- Flea treatment
- Stinging insect controlunderground yellow jacket nests; protective equipment and targeted products
Reviews
What customers say
Several customers describe technicians as friendly, attentive and professional; one customer said a spider problem had vanished, while another thought winter mouse treatment was included from the outset. Other feedback includes serious billing and service complaints: one customer reports charges for pest service not received, an unissued refund and unresolved cancellation; another describes a contract dispute, having to request service, and cobwebs, spiders and other bugs still present.
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Crystal Bailey
Terry Schulte
Linda Young
Linda McNiel
Seth Bohnet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during Aptive's first service visit?
The technician identifies pests, possible entry points and problem areas, then applies targeted treatments inside and outside the home.
How often does Aptive schedule follow-up treatments?
The first standard service usually occurs 20–60 days after the initial treatment. Later recurring services are scheduled during the year based on the selected plan.
How long do Aptive's visits take?
The initial treatment and inspection typically take less than 60 minutes. Standard maintenance treatments usually take less than 30 minutes.
How should homeowners handle pets during Aptive's treatment?
Pets should be secured and kept away from treated areas. Service professionals will not enter fenced areas where a pet is visibly present.
Does Aptive handle wildlife or bees?
No. Aptive says it does not treat wildlife or bees.


