Our Story: From One Truck to Three States
Miller Pest Solutions began with a simple belief: Midwest families deserve honest, effective pest control at a fair price. In 2001, founder Jerry Miller turned that belief into a business.
After working as a branch manager for a local Des Moines pest control company and acquiring 20 years of pest control industry experience, Jerry started his own pest control company. What began as a one-man operation with a single truck in central Iowa has grown into a trusted, multi-state pest control provider serving thousands of homes and businesses across the Midwest.
A Family Business Grows
In 2014, Joel and Jennifer Miller took the reins, bringing fresh energy and a vision for strategic growth while preserving the family-first values Jerry had built the company on.
Joel and Jennifer implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to drive operational excellence, hired an in-house entomologist to bring scientific precision to every treatment protocol, and expanded service across four states. Our in-house entomologist reviews every treatment protocol, and our technicians receive ongoing training to stay current with the latest pest management science.
Company Milestones
Industry Leadership & Recognition
Miller Pest Solutions has earned recognition for its commitment to excellence, safety, and professionalism in pest management.
Our Story: From One Truck to Three States
Miller Pest Solutions began with a simple belief: Midwest families deserve honest, effective pest control at a fair price. In 2001, founder Jerry Miller turned that belief into a business. After spending more than two decades managing operations for a well-known Des Moines pest control company, Jerry had developed deep expertise in entomology, treatment methods, and — most importantly — how to treat customers right. He saw an opportunity to build something better, and Miller Pest Solutions was born.
In those early years, Jerry ran every route himself, answered every call, and built a reputation one home at a time across the Des Moines metro. Word spread quickly that Miller Pest delivered thorough service, stood behind its work, and genuinely cared about the communities it served. That grassroots reputation became the foundation for everything that followed.
A Family Business Grows
In 2014, Joel and Jennifer Miller took the reins, bringing fresh energy and a vision for strategic growth while preserving the family-first values Jerry had established. Under their leadership, Miller Pest Solutions has expanded from a single Des Moines office to a regional pest management company serving four states across the Midwest.
Joel and Jennifer implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to drive operational excellence, hired an in-house entomologist to bring scientific rigor to every treatment plan, and invested heavily in technician training and professional development. Their commitment to continuous improvement has positioned Miller Pest as one of the most forward-thinking pest control companies in the region.
Company Milestones
2001
Jerry Miller founds Miller Pest Solutions in Des Moines, Iowa
2014
Joel and Jennifer Miller take over leadership, begin strategic expansion
2018
Expansion into Omaha, Nebraska, serving the growing metro area
2020
Kansas City, Missouri office opens, establishing three-market presence
1,500+
Five-star Google reviews across all three markets
4 States
Now serving Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, and Kansas
Industry Leadership & Recognition
Miller Pest Solutions holds some of the most respected credentials in the pest management industry:
- QualityPro Certified — Awarded to fewer than 3% of pest control companies nationwide, this designation recognizes companies that meet the highest standards of professionalism, environmental stewardship, and consumer protection.
- sentricon Certified Specialist — Authorized to install and maintain the industry-leading termite colony elimination system, backed by specialized training in termite biology and baiting technology.
- NPMA Member — Active member of the National Pest Management Association, with access to the latest research, training, and best practices in pest management.
- Angi Super Service Award — Earned a place among the top 5% of businesses in the Pest Control and Extermination category, based on verified customer reviews and satisfaction scores.
- Iowa Pest Management Association Board — Joel Miller serves on the IPMA board, contributing to industry standards and advocating for responsible pest management practices across Iowa.
Rooted in the Midwest Community
Being a family-owned business means our success is tied to the health of the communities we serve. Our technicians live in the same neighborhoods they protect — they coach youth sports teams, attend local schools, and shop at the same stores as our customers. That local connection shapes how we do business: with integrity, accountability, and a genuine desire to make our communities safer and more comfortable places to live.
Whether you are in Des Moines, Omaha, or Kansas City, you can count on Miller Pest Solutions for honest advice, effective treatment, and the kind of service that keeps neighbors recommending us to neighbors — just like they have since 2001.
Our Approach to Pest Management
We believe effective pest control starts with science, not guesswork. Our in-house entomologist reviews every treatment protocol, and our technicians receive ongoing training in the latest methods and products. We prioritize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles — identifying the root causes of pest problems, not just treating symptoms.
Every service begins with a thorough assessment, because understanding the problem is the first step to solving it permanently. We choose products that are effective against target pests while remaining safe for families and pets. And we back everything with our 100% satisfaction guarantee — if pests return between scheduled visits, so do we, at no additional cost.
Learn more about our residential pest control services, explore our commercial pest management programs, or contact us today for a free quote.
















