Starter
3 sourcesabout 40–49 leads a month
The sources we would pick first
- pest control recommendations
- looking for pest control
- recommend pest control
Pest control companies
Pest control leads: people asking for an exterminator right now
Hodorak finds pest control leads in public posts: homeowners, renters and landlords asking who to call about mice, rats, wasps, ants, fleas or termites, and people choosing a regular pest control service. They ask in town groups and searches on Facebook, Reddit, LinkedIn and X, and Hodorak shows you the post itself, not a list of contacts you buy.
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All four platforms
370 requests a month
from 360 people
- Facebook270
- Reddit60
- X20
- LinkedIn20
Measured Oct 30, 2026 over 3 days per source, scaled to a month. Updated monthly.
What you would see on each plan
What a business following these sources would see on each plan, estimated from our read: more sources, more requests. Your sources, area and season change it.
Pro
10 sourcesabout 130–160 leads a month
The sources we would pick first
- pest control recommendations
- looking for pest control
- recommend pest control
- rodent control recommendations
- r/pestcontrol
plus 5 sources from the table below
Max
30 sourcesabout 330–410 leads a month
The sources we would pick first
- pest control recommendations
- looking for pest control
- recommend pest control
- rodent control recommendations
- r/pestcontrol
plus 13 sources from the table below
We measured the leads Hodorak would have shown from every valid source in a month, and a post seen in two sources is counted once. Max is that whole read; Starter and Pro are an average source times the sources each plan follows, so more sources bring more requests. Each range is 90 to 110 percent of that. Estimates, not promises.
Max follows up to 25 sources; this read found 18 valid ones, so its range uses those 18. The groups and searches of your own towns add to it.
These numbers cover every place we read; one area alone sees less: see Where we found leads.
How to get pest control leads from people asking for an exterminator now
Most pest control lead generation means paying before you talk to anyone: a shared lead that other exterminators also call, or an exclusive one that costs more. There is a route with no cost per lead. Every day someone finds droppings in the garage or a wasp nest under the eaves and asks their town group who to call, and the company that answers first with something useful is often the one they ring.
This guide follows the page: where people ask, the phrases that find them, which posts to answer first, how to reply, and how it compares with buying pest control leads.
Where to find pest control leads near you
The areas above are only where our sources happened to reach. People ask for pest control wherever they live, so the leads near you are in the places your own customers already talk:
- Town, neighbourhood and homeowner groups on Facebook. In our read that meant groups like Heron Bay Home Owners, Rochester Moms Group and Castro Valley Ask Share Discuss.
- r/pestcontrol, where homeowners and landlords describe a problem the first treatment did not fix.
- The city or county subreddit of the area you serve: one flea request in our read came from r/Norwich.
- Landlord and property circles on LinkedIn, where owners ask their network for a pest specialist they trust.
To find your town's groups, search Facebook for your town or county with words like neighbors, community, moms, ask or recommendations. Read a week of posts before you add one. A small group where someone asks about mice every week beats a big one full of ads.
The sources that produced these requests
Ranked by requests a month, all four platforms in one list. Copy a source and add it in Hodorak on your first day.
| # | Source | Kind | Members | Requests a month | People | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | pest control recommendations | Search | — | 70 | 70 | |
| 2 | looking for pest control | Search | — | 60 | 60 | |
| 3 | recommend pest control | Search | — | 60 | 60 | |
| 4 | rodent control recommendations | Search | — | 50 | 40 | |
| 5 | r/pestcontrol | Subreddit | — | 50 | 50 | |
| 6 | pest control company recommendation | Search | — | 40 | 40 | |
| 7 | Heron Bay Home Owners | Group | 2,900 | 20 | 20 | |
| 8 | Rochester Moms Group | Group | 7,600 | 20 | 10 | |
| 9 | termite exterminator recommendation | Search | — | 20 | 20 | |
| 10 | pest control recommendations | Search | — | 20 | 20 | |
| 11 | Castro Valley Ask Share Discuss | Group | 20,800 | 10 | 10 | |
| 12 | CCNA-College Cultural Neighborhood Association | Group | 1,800 | 10 | 10 | |
| 13 | need an exterminator | Search | — | 10 | 10 | |
| 14 | termite treatment recommendations | Search | — | 10 | 10 | |
| 15 | recommend pest control | Search | — | 10 | 10 |
The estimate above also uses 3 sources not shown here.
Search phrases that found requests
The phrases people used, per platform, with the requests each found in our read. Only phrases with 3 or more.
- pest control recommendations7 requests
- looking for pest control6 requests
- recommend pest control6 requests
- rodent control recommendations5 requests
- pest control company recommendation4 requests
Search phrases for pest control lead generation
People rarely write "pest control leads". They write the pest and the ask. These are the families worth adding, alone or with your town's name:
- Asking who to use: "pest control recommendations", "recommend pest control", "pest control company recommendation".
- Looking now: "looking for pest control", "need an exterminator".
- Rodents: "rodent control recommendations".
- Termite leads: "termite exterminator recommendation", "termite treatment recommendations".
Add only the work your company takes. A termite search is worth it only if you do termite work. A phrase with your town's name finds fewer posts, but almost all of them are yours to answer.
Real posts, as Hodorak shows them
Real public posts we collected when we measured this page, as Hodorak shows them. They are old by now, but people post requests like these every day. Phone numbers, e-mails, handles and full names are hidden, as in the app. Open a card to read the whole post.
need an exterminator
Need an exterminator for a possible wasp nest in the 2nd story eaves/soffit of the house. Probably 20+feet tall, would need a ladder. TIA!
Why it fits: needs exterminator for wasp nest
termite exterminator recommendation
Can anyone recommend a good exterminator that is fairly priced? I need it asap! I live in Coral Springs….Thank you
Why it fits: seeks exterminator urgently in Coral Springs
recommend pest control
Skagit County!!! What pest control company do you recommend to get the squirrels out of my attic?
Why it fits: seeks pest control to remove squirrels from an attic
r/pestcontrol
Advice needed - rats in floor / wall cavity We bought a ground-floor terraced flat in SW London, with a kitchen extension, and have been dealing with what we believe is a rat problem. Initially, we could hear scratching and movement in the ceiling void above the kitchen, particularly overnight. We had a pest-control company out three times. They identified a hole in our neighbour's garden (boundary wall) and since filling it in around a month ago we haven't heard anything in the kitchen ceiling cavity. However, we're now hearing scratching / gnawing either underneath the floorboards or inside a cavity wall, so clearly they are getting in elsewhere! Before purchasing the property, we had a CCTV drainage survey carried out. It identified cracked and displaced joints in the drains, as well as water ingress at one point. They recommended drain relining, but we didn't proceed at the time because we weren't sure how urgent the work was. Given the ongoing rat issue, we're now wondering whether the defective drains could be the root of the issue. I'd really appreciate advice on the following: If we already know the drains have cracked and displaced joints, is it worth getting them repaired specifically to address the rat problem? Or could the rats be entering through a completely unrelated route? Is there a particular type of pest-control specialist who understands drainage-related rat ingress and can investigate the route from the drains into the building? Has anyone had rats travel through floor voids or cavity walls because of defective drains, and managed to resolve it permanently? We're keen to fix the underlying problem rather than keep paying for pest-control visits without knowing where they're getting in. We also have an indoor cat, so need to be careful about any treatment used. Thanks in advance for any advice or recommendations, particularly for specialists in London/South West London.
Why it fits: asks for rat ingress specialist recommendations
r/Norwich
Good pest control? Looking for good pest control recommendations NR2 please. Cat fleas in house. Deep cleaned everything and still waking up with 8 new fresh ankle bites.
Why it fits: seeks pest control recommendations for fleas
pest control recommendations
🐀 WE'VE GOT AN UNWANTED TENANT… AND THIS ONE ISN'T PAYING RENT! 🤦♂️ Well, here's a property problem I wasn't expecting to be dealing with this week! We've got a rat making itself a little too comfortable at one of our properties… and the sneaky little devil seems determined to stay! 🐀 We thought we'd identified exactly where it was getting in, sealed up the entry point and solved the problem. Job done. Or so we thought! But no… our furry little squatter has made another appearance! 😩 And while I can see the funny side, it's obviously not something we want our tenants having to deal with. Their comfort, safety and peace of mind are the priority, so we want this sorted properly and ASAP. It's another reminder that being a landlord isn't always about finding deals, renovating properties and collecting rent. Sometimes it's about dealing with the unexpected problems that come with owning property! And this particular problem seems to have four legs, a tail and absolutely no intention of leaving! We're looking at getting professional pest control involved and making sure we're tackling the root cause rather than just temporarily fixing the symptoms. But I'd love to tap into the experience of my property network! 👇 🐀 Has anyone dealt with a persistent rat problem at one of their properties? 🔍 Did you discover an entry point you'd initially missed? 🏡 What actually worked to get rid of them permanently and prevent them returning? 🤝 Any recommendations for reliable pest control specialists who really know their stuff? I'm all for giving tenants a great place to live… but this is one tenant we're very keen to evict! Any advice, experiences or recommendations would be massively appreciated! #PropertyInvestment #LandlordLife #PropertyManagement #PestControl #PropertyMaintenance #BuyToLet #PropertyInvestor #LandlordProblems
Why it fits: landlord seeks a pest specialist for a persistent rat problem
pest control recommendations
Home owners & rent to own…. I’m seeking information First time having a home to take care of…….. Pest control: Orkin Vs terminix Have you used them? I’m seeking pest control for mostly, but not limited to: spiders, mice, mosquitoes, ants…… those are the most pests, I see on the farm. I’m going to call either/or, to come spray my house. I am seeking a monthly service, just want to go the best route and a good price. What’s the best way to go? Or maybe neither? Seeking advice?
Why it fits: seeks ongoing pest service and compares providers
looking for pest control
Hi, I need someone’s help in pest control and a someone that is able to check the roof for damage/ entry points. We don’t have much in respect of cash, but are getting pretty desperate. The damage is getting worse and more apparent. Many thanks in advance.
Why it fits: needs pest control and entry point inspection
looking for pest control
Looking for a reliable pest control company
Why it fits: looking for a pest control company
Which pest control leads to answer first
Not every request is worth the same. Answer in this order:
- A pest with a place and a time: "I need it asap, I live in Coral Springs", a wasp nest in the second-story eaves. They call the first company that answers well.
- A problem another company did not fix: rats back after three visits, drain flies that keep coming. These people pay for someone who finds the cause.
- Someone asking for a regular service, or choosing between big names like Orkin and Terminix. A recurring customer is worth more than one visit.
- A landlord or property manager with a tenant's complaint. One good job can bring the other properties.
- A short "any recommendations for pest control?" with no detail. Ask which pest and which town.
Skip pest control companies advertising, tips, bug photos asking "what is this?" and DIY questions with no ask for a company. Hodorak leaves those out and marks each request with its level, so the first ones on your board are the ones to open.
One lead, worked through
One of the posts above, opened: why it fits, its level and the reply Hodorak drafted for it.
need an exterminatorLooking nowLead levelHigh
The post
Need an exterminator for a possible wasp nest in the 2nd story eaves/soffit of the house. Probably 20+feet tall, would need a ladder. TIA!
Why it fits
needs exterminator for wasp nest
Suggested reply, written by Hodorak; you edit and send it from your own account
Up in the eaves at that height is a ladder job, so you are right not to try it yourself. We remove wasp nests from eaves and soffits, and the first thing we check is where they fly in and out, because the nest is often further inside than the opening. Can you see them going in and out of one gap, and which town are you in?
What happens next
- Open the original post.
- Reply in the thread from your own account.
- Mark the lead in Hodorak: in progress, then done.
Three steps to your first reply
- 1
Add the places your customers ask
Start with the Facebook searches above, such as "pest control recommendations" and "need an exterminator", then r/pestcontrol and the town groups and city subreddits of the areas you serve.
- 2
Open the requests that fit
Hodorak shows each post with its lead type, its level, why it fits and a link to the original. Answer the ones that name a pest and a place first.
- 3
Reply from your own account
Answer the problem first, the way you would on the phone: what you would check and what to do until you get there. Mention your company once, at the end.
How to turn pest control leads into booked jobs
The reply above shows the pattern. A good reply reads like a technician who knows the pest, not like an ad:
- Answer within the hour if you can: a nest by the door or a mouse in the kitchen does not wait, and the first useful answer sits near the top of the thread.
- Answer the problem first: what you would check, what to do until you get there.
- Ask the one thing you need: where they see them, the town, pets or children in the house.
- Mention your company once, at the end, and say where you work.
- Follow the group's rules on self-promotion, and move to a direct message only when the person asks.
Avoid a pasted ad, a link as the whole reply, or a price before you have seen the house. Those get skipped, and in many groups they get removed.
Buying leads vs Hodorak
Shared leads from lead vendors against public requests nobody sold. Vendor prices are as published on the day we read them.
| Where the lead comes from | Price | Exclusive? | Who else got it | When you learn about it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Direct (pay per call)read Oct 30, 2026 | $40–$195 per pest control lead (their published range) | Sold as exclusive calls | Not named; the page calls them exclusive calls to the client | When the customer calls you; you pay only for calls they count as valid |
| 99 Callsread Oct 30, 2026 | $24.99 per organic lead on the Growth package; paid-ads leads are not priced on the page | Yes, 100% exclusive, the page says | Each lead is sent to one company | In real time: calls ring through to your phone and forms arrive when the homeowner sends them |
| Worklanded (UK)read Oct 30, 2026 | £8 per lead (8 credits at £1 each) | Offered to one firm at a time | If you pass, the enquiry moves on to another firm | As it arrives, in your account and by email; the name, phone and email open once you pay the credits |
| Hodorak | $20 to $100 a month, not per leadEGP 1,000 to EGP 5,000 a month, not per lead | Nobody sells it: it is a public post | Anyone who reads the post; you answer in the same thread | When Hodorak reads the post in a source you follow and judges that it fits: it shows on your board and comes to you by Telegram or email. |
Buy pest control leads, exclusive pest control leads or free public requests
The table above shows what lead companies publish today. The difference is not only the price:
- Shared leads: the same homeowner reaches several companies, and the fastest caller usually wins.
- Exclusive pest control leads: nobody else gets that call, and you pay more for it.
- Free pest control leads in public posts: nobody sells them. Anyone in the group can read them too, but you answer in the same conversation where the person asked.
Many pest control companies use more than one. Bought leads fill a slow week; public posts bring a steady flow from the towns you serve, including landlords and small businesses. Searching the groups by hand is free and works, but it takes time every day; Hodorak does the reading and shows you only the requests that fit.
Choose the plan that fits your business
Start with a 7-day free trial on Starter or Pro. Every plan has the same features; choose the capacity that suits your sources and team.
A daily routine for pest control lead generation
Pest work is seasonal, and so are the posts: ants and wasps in the warm months, mice and rats when it turns cold. A short routine keeps you in front of both:
- Morning: open the requests from the night and answer the urgent ones first: a nest, a mouse indoors, a pest with a town and "asap".
- Midday: answer the slower ones, the people choosing a regular service or asking for a second opinion.
- Once a week: look at which groups and searches brought jobs. Drop a source that brings only ads, and add the next town or the next pest you treat.
Honestly, if most of your work comes from builders, contracts or tenders, public posts will be a small part of it. For homes, landlords and small shops, the people asking today are the easiest customers to reach.
Questions about this use case
Short answers about the requests, the sources and how you reply.
Is Hodorak a list of pest control leads I buy?
No. Hodorak does not sell contacts or charge per lead. It shows you public posts from people asking now for pest control, with a link to the original post, so you answer in the same conversation. Nobody sold that lead to you or to another company, but anyone in the group can read it too, so a quick, useful reply matters.
How do I get pest control leads without paying per lead?
Follow the places where people ask who to call. In our read, the Facebook searches "pest control recommendations", "looking for pest control" and "recommend pest control", and r/pestcontrol carried the most requests, followed by local homeowner and parents' groups. Answer the problem first, mention your company once, and follow each group's rules.
How many pest control leads would I see?
We estimate about 40 to 49 leads a month on Starter with 3 sources, about 130 to 160 on Pro with 10, and about 330 to 410 on Max with the 18 valid sources we found: estimates, not promises. The groups of your own towns, the pests you treat and the season change it.
Can I find pest control leads near me?
Yes, if people in your towns ask in public. Add your town and county groups, the local subreddit and searches with your town's name. Hodorak reads them and the area filter hides posts that are clearly outside the places you serve.
Are there free pest control leads?
The posts are public, so you can search for them by hand every day for free. Hodorak does the reading and shows only the posts that fit your company, with the reason. Free leads by hand cost hours; Starter and Pro start with a free trial.
Are these exclusive pest control leads?
No. A public post can be answered by anyone who reads it, so other companies may reply too. What you get is the person's own words, where they asked, often before they have called anyone. A clear first answer is often enough to be the one they ring.
Do termite, rodent and wildlife jobs show up too?
Yes. In our read people asked about mice and rats, termite treatment, wasp and yellow jacket nests, fleas, fire ants and squirrels in the attic, and landlords asked for help with a tenant's rat problem. Add the searches for the pests you treat, and those requests come first.
Does Hodorak reply or post for me?
No. Hodorak never posts, comments or messages for you. It finds the request and suggests a reply; you open the original post and answer from your own account.
How we measured
- Window
- Oct 27, 2026 – Oct 30, 2026 (UTC), up to 3 days per source
- Posts read
- 3,605
- Sources
- 80 probed, 18 valid
- Per platform
- Facebook 12 sources, 2,028 posts
- Reddit 2 sources, 1,343 posts
- X 2 sources, 45 posts
- LinkedIn 2 sources, 396 posts
- What counts as a request
- A homeowner, renter, landlord, property manager or business that needs pest control and asks who to use: a recommendation for an exterminator or pest control company, an inspection, a treatment for a named pest (mice, rats, wasps, ants, fleas, termites, wildlife in the attic), a regular service, or a choice between companies. Someone whose current company did not fix the problem and who wants another counts too.
- Left out
- Pest control companies advertising or posting tips and before-and-after photos, reviews of a finished job, recruiting technicians, trade talk between technicians, bug photos asking only what it is, DIY questions with no ask for a company, and other trades with no pest ask, such as cleaning, roofing or plumbing alone.
- How posts were judged
- By hand, against the written definition above, with a sample of the posts the cue filter left out checked for missed requests. Sample: 394 posts outside the filter, with 0 requests among them.
- Coverage
- Every valid group, subreddit and search was read back to the start of the window. Facebook search shows only part of the posts, so the Facebook numbers are a floor. The same request is sometimes posted in more than one group or search; each copy counts in its own row, and once in the totals.
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