Why Chicago's rat problem shapes its pest control pricing

Chicago has been ranked the most rat-infested city in the United States for multiple consecutive years. Rodent exclusion work (sealing entry points, not just baiting) is where Chicago homeowners consistently pay above the national average, and cold winters push rats and mice indoors every fall.
Local note: Illinois has no special state permit for routine pest control, but always verify a technician's Illinois state pesticide applicator license, particularly for rodent exclusion work in multi-unit buildings.

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How this compares to nearby cities

Chicago tracks close to the national average for general pest control, but its rodent exclusion costs run notably above cities without a comparable rat problem.