Knoxville, Tennessee | September 28, 2026 | Critter Wranglers Pest & Wildlife Control has been named the 2026 Best of Knoxville winner for Pest Control, marking the seventh consecutive year the locally owned company has received the honor.
In addition to winning the Pest Control category for the seventh year in a row, Critter Wranglers was also recognized in two other categories. The company was named a winner for Locally Owned Business under Top Employers and was selected as a runner up for Customer Service.
For owner Matt Chitwood, the continued recognition is particularly meaningful because it comes directly from the Knoxville community.
"We're extremely grateful to everyone who took the time to vote for us," said Chitwood. "Winning once is pretty cool. Winning for seven consecutive years says a lot about the trust our customers have placed in us over a long period of time."
Chitwood also credits the company's employees for the recognition.
"These awards belong to the entire team. Our employees are the ones answering the phones, showing up at people's homes and businesses, solving problems and taking care of customers every day. I get to see how hard they work, and I'm proud of what they've built together."
The seventh consecutive Pest Control award is especially significant for Critter Wranglers, whose roots are firmly in the pest control industry. Since its founding as a purely wildlife control provider, the company has expanded its services to include residential and commercial pest control, termite services and mosquito control throughout Knoxville and surrounding East Tennessee communities.
The company's recognition as a Locally Owned Business under Top Employers also reflects its continued focus on building a company where employees can develop their careers while serving the local community.
"We've always wanted to build more than just a pest control company," Chitwood said. "We want to build a place where good people can grow, take care of their families and have a career they're proud of. Being recognized as a locally owned business and as a Top Employer means a lot to us."
Critter Wranglers would like to thank its customers, employees and the Knoxville community for their continued support and for making the company's seventh consecutive Best of Knoxville Pest Control award possible.
About Critter Wranglers Pest & Wildlife Control
Critter Wranglers Pest & Wildlife Control is a locally owned and operated pest and wildlife control company serving Knoxville and surrounding East Tennessee communities. The company provides residential and commercial pest control, termite services, mosquito control, wildlife removal and exclusion, and other specialized pest and wildlife services.