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Pestex
4.8(
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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At Pestex, it is our job to make your home or business a more comfortable place to live or work. By reducing or eliminating annoying pest populations with detailed, professional service. Our pest plans are designed to keep the pests from disturbing your home or business, family or employees. Please contact us so we can quickly solve your issues, thank you and have a wonderful day.

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Alpine Pest Defense
5.0(
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Great experience with the bird exclusion service. The crew was professional, on time, and did a great job sealing everything up and keeping the birds out. They were easy to work with and left the area clean Highly recommend"
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Laws of Nature Wildlife and Pest Management
5.0(
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Robert is amazing! He resolved a huge mouse infestation in less than a day. Will hire him again."
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Response time8 hrs
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Baja Wildlife Control, Inc.
4.9(
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"After several attempts to get other companies to come out, I received immediate response from Baja Wildlife Control. He detailed the job for me and my tenants and followed through. I am so impressed. I will always use them in the future."
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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All Pest Pros
4.0(
105
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The inspector Anthony Gordon was very punctual and very personable, I liked him right away. He seemed to be a very conciencous hard working individual that went right to work with his inspection explaining to me as he performed the inspection what he saw and what needed to be done.The inspection was very methodical and complete.His professionalism led me to agree to have All pro Pest do the job. The job has been scheduled and I will post my experiences good or bad after the job is complete. Stay Tuned

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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Hearts Pest Management Inc
4.5(
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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving San Diego, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

"They make the ants go away. I use the office that’s in San Diego. I don’t know how much we pay, because my husband takes care of the bills. I also like that I have the option of requesting an organic, non-toxic spray, even though those don’t work as well. Another good thing is that if I have a problem with the ants in between regular services, they come and take care of it anyway."
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FAQs for small animal pest control service projects in San Diego, CA

Self-removal attempts using store-bought traps can cost $50, but require personal time investment and knowledge of proper handling techniques. While DIY methods might work for isolated cases, professionals bring expertise in identifying all entry points, implementing effective deterrents, and safely handling wildlife. 

Consider your comfort level with wildlife management and the potential health risks—armadillos can carry disease—before deciding between professional services or personal intervention.

Most homeowners see initial results within two to five days after professional trap placement, particularly with single-animal situations. However, multiple factors can extend this timeline, including the number of animals present, weather conditions affecting activity patterns, and the complexity of your property layout. 

Properties with established armadillo populations might require one to two weeks of active trapping. Discuss realistic timeframes with your wildlife specialist during the initial consultation to set appropriate expectations.

Filling and repairing burrows adds $75 to $110 per hole to your total project cost. While some comprehensive service packages include minor repairs, extensive landscape restoration requires a separate payment. 

These repair costs cover materials like topsoil, sod, or concrete patching compounds, plus the labor to properly restore the damaged areas. Before finalizing any service agreement, clarify exactly which repair services are included and which will incur additional charges.

While armadillos remain active throughout the year in many regions, scheduling removal during less busy seasons for wildlife control companies might secure slightly better rates. Fall and winter months often see reduced demand for these services, potentially offering more scheduling flexibility and competitive pricing. 

However, the most cost-effective approach is addressing armadillo issues promptly when first noticed, regardless of season, as delaying can lead to more extensive damage and higher ultimate costs.

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