HomeTeam Pest Defense vs Orkin

HomeTeam Pest Defense

• ✓Taexx built-in system provides discreet pest control through wall tubes
• ✓Eliminates traditional spraying inside the home
• ✓Strong partnerships with major home builders across the country
• ✓Ongoing service plans maintain the built-in system effectively

Orkin

• ✓Most recognized pest control brand with over 120 years of experience
• ✓Technicians complete 160+ hours of training for expert pest identification
• ✓Science-based integrated pest management approach reduces chemical use
• ✓Satisfaction guarantee with free re-treatments if pests return
• ✓Covers virtually every pest type from ants to wildlife

HomeTeam Pest Defense

• !Taexx system only available in newly constructed homes
• !Switching to a different provider is complex with the built-in system
• !Not available in all markets for existing home treatments

Orkin

• !Premium pricing compared to smaller local pest control companies
• !Annual contracts may lock customers into long-term commitments
• !Service quality can vary between franchise locations
• !Upselling during inspections can feel aggressive to some customers

HomeTeam Pest Defense

• →New home buyers whose builder has partnered with HomeTeam for Taexx installation
• →Homeowners in newer construction wanting to activate their built-in pest system
• →Buyers who want a pest control solution that is invisible and built into the home

Orkin

• →Homeowners dealing with persistent pest problems that DIY methods cannot resolve
• →Real estate transactions requiring professional pest inspection reports
• →Businesses needing compliant commercial pest management programs

HomeTeam Pest Defense

HomeTeam Pest Defense is unique in the industry for its Taexx built-in pest control system that is installed during new home construction. The system uses tubes in the walls to distribute pest control products throughout the home, eliminating the need for traditional spraying. HomeTeam also serves existing homes with conventional treatments.

Orkin

Orkin is the most well-known pest control company in the US, serving residential and commercial customers since 1901. The company employs a science-based approach to integrated pest management, with highly trained technicians who undergo over 160 hours of training. Orkin offers a satisfaction guarantee and covers virtually every pest type.