About Zap 'em & Trap 'em
We're a family-owned pest control company based right here in Chicago. Not a franchise. Not a call center in another state. Just a local team that knows Chicago's pest problems and shows up the same day you call.
Built on Chicago's South Side
Zap 'em & Trap 'em Pest Control, LLC was founded with one goal: give Chicago families a pest control company they can actually trust. One that shows up on time, tells you the truth about what you're dealing with, and gets the job done right the first time.
We're based at 8213 S. Richmond in Chicago — right in the heart of the South Side. That means when you call us for same-day service in Chicago, Oak Lawn, Cicero, or Homewood, we're not driving in from the suburbs. We're already here.
Chicago has unique pest challenges. Older housing stock, dense urban neighborhoods, alley access, and harsh winters that drive rodents indoors — these are things a national franchise won't understand the way a local operator does. We've seen every type of infestation this city throws at homeowners, and we know how to handle them.
Every technician on our team is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and trained in the latest pest control methods. We use EPA-approved, family-safe products because we're treating homes where kids and pets live — and we take that seriously.
Our Credentials
Licensed
Illinois Department of Public Health licensed pest control operator
Insured
Fully insured — general liability and workers' compensation
EPA Certified
All treatments use EPA-approved, family-safe products
Local Business
Chicago-based, not a national franchise — we live here too
What Sets Us Apart
Same-Day Response
Pests don't wait for a convenient appointment window. We offer same-day service because we know how urgent an infestation feels.
Family-Safe Treatments
Every product we use is EPA-approved and safe for children and pets when applied by our licensed technicians.
Upfront Pricing
No surprise fees. We assess your situation and give you a clear price before any work begins.
Guaranteed Results
We stand behind our work. If pests return within the treatment window, we come back at no extra charge.
Local Knowledge
We know Chicago's pest landscape — the building types, the seasonal patterns, the neighborhoods with the worst infestations.
Honest Communication
We tell you exactly what you're dealing with, what we're going to do about it, and what to expect after treatment.
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Trusted by 500+ Chicago families
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