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Van Hooser Enterprises Inc

5.00(
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•Approved Pro

Van Hooser Enterprises Inc

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
24 years of experience
Warranties offered

Our family has provided proven pest control services to the Bay Area since the 1940s. We have effective pest exterminator treatment solutions for ants, bed bugs, beetles, centipedes, cockroaches, earwigs, fleas, mice (mouse), millipedes, mites, mosquitoes, moths, pillbugs, rats (rat), silverfish, sowbugs, spiders, springtails, termites, ticks, wasps, and other pests. We provide 5-Star pest control services for homes and businesses in Santa Clara County, Alameda County, and San Mateo County.

Our family has provided proven pest control services to the Bay Area since the 1940s. We have effective pest exterminator treatment solutions for ants, bed bugs, beetles, centipedes, cockroaches, earwigs, fleas, mice (mouse), millipedes, mites, mosquitoes, moths, pillbugs, rats (rat), silverfish, sowbugs, spiders, springtails, termites, ticks, wasps, and other pests. We provide 5-Star pest control services for homes and businesses in Santa Clara County, Alameda County, and San Mateo County.

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Rodent Busters Inc

5.00(
6
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Rodent Busters Inc

5.00(
6
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Same-day inspections and services are available. Get rid of rodents today. 100% satisfaction is guaranteed. We can remove your insulation, replace HVAC pipes, install vapor barriers and sump pumps, and rodent-proof your business or home. Whatever rats damage, we can fix it! Get your house back to its original condition today and stop calling predatory companies. We are a small team of hardworking and honest people who are ready to do their best to provide you with the best customer experience in the Bay Area. We can also eliminate spiders, cockroaches, bedbugs, ants and many more insects. Call us today!

"Had mouses creaking around. Couldn't sleep. They came buy surveyed did some work we were finally able to sleep better. ended up doing the whole attic massive infestation cleared out and still cleared."

Joshua L on January 2026

Same-day inspections and services are available. Get rid of rodents today. 100% satisfaction is guaranteed. We can remove your insulation, replace HVAC pipes, install vapor barriers and sump pumps, and rodent-proof your business or home. Whatever rats damage, we can fix it! Get your house back to its original condition today and stop calling predatory companies. We are a small team of hardworking and honest people who are ready to do their best to provide you with the best customer experience in the Bay Area. We can also eliminate spiders, cockroaches, bedbugs, ants and many more insects. Call us today!

"Had mouses creaking around. Couldn't sleep. They came buy surveyed did some work we were finally able to sleep better. ended up doing the whole attic massive infestation cleared out and still cleared."

Joshua L on January 2026

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EcoGuard Pest Management

4.72(
65
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•Approved Pro

EcoGuard Pest Management

4.72(
65
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Family Owned & Operated We are a local family owned business. When we’re taking care of you, we’re taking care of a neighbor. With over 40 years of experienced guidance and applied methods, our promise is to enhance your environment. Our mission at EcoGuard is providing effective pest management, supporting natural products, while helping build a stronger local community.

"Went great. Tech found an ant hill in yard and killed it. Sprayed exterior of house and yard...bait inside...he will be back next month for follow up treatment."

Dawana G on September 2020

Family Owned & Operated We are a local family owned business. When we’re taking care of you, we’re taking care of a neighbor. With over 40 years of experienced guidance and applied methods, our promise is to enhance your environment. Our mission at EcoGuard is providing effective pest management, supporting natural products, while helping build a stronger local community.

"Went great. Tech found an ant hill in yard and killed it. Sprayed exterior of house and yard...bait inside...he will be back next month for follow up treatment."

Dawana G on September 2020

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4 Less Termite & Repair

5.00(
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4 Less Termite & Repair

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

4 Less Termite, Inc. is one of the only full-service termite and pest control companies on the Central Coast. We are licensed professionals who offer a complete range of personalized solutions to treat, repair, and prevent future destruction from infestations. With over 30+ years in the pest control industry and more than 35 years in the construction industry, we have the experience you can trust. Call (831) 465-1699 for a quote today!

4 Less Termite, Inc. is one of the only full-service termite and pest control companies on the Central Coast. We are licensed professionals who offer a complete range of personalized solutions to treat, repair, and prevent future destruction from infestations. With over 30+ years in the pest control industry and more than 35 years in the construction industry, we have the experience you can trust. Call (831) 465-1699 for a quote today!

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Bartlett Tree Experts

4.90(
98
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Bartlett Tree Experts

4.90(
98
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing scientific tree care since 1907. A 3rd generation, family owned business, our mission is the maintenance and care of the health and beauty of trees and shrubs. We are an international organization, with offices in Canada, England and Ireland. Our Research Laboratories advises us about the latest technological advances in arboriculture and assists our arborists with training updates. The laboratory networks with professionals at universities, government agencies, and allied industry groups. This enables us to provide state-of-the art procedures and techniques to our clients. Our arborists consult with other professionals for common projects and community interests. Our unique position in the green industry helps us further arboriculture as a science and a profession. We believe in providing pro-active property maintenance to avoid landscape problems or stop them early rather than “reactive” maintenance that is driven by situations and events. Professional accreditations include - TCIA Accredited, ISA Member, TCIA Member. Award winning.

"They did a great job—arrived on time and did excellent work on everything that we needed done. Sean was a real pro, was very knowledgeable, and explained everything in detail. He and his crew worked hard and cleaned up after they were done. We'd definitely hire them again."

Karin A on November 2018

Bartlett Tree Experts has been providing scientific tree care since 1907. A 3rd generation, family owned business, our mission is the maintenance and care of the health and beauty of trees and shrubs. We are an international organization, with offices in Canada, England and Ireland. Our Research Laboratories advises us about the latest technological advances in arboriculture and assists our arborists with training updates. The laboratory networks with professionals at universities, government agencies, and allied industry groups. This enables us to provide state-of-the art procedures and techniques to our clients. Our arborists consult with other professionals for common projects and community interests. Our unique position in the green industry helps us further arboriculture as a science and a profession. We believe in providing pro-active property maintenance to avoid landscape problems or stop them early rather than “reactive” maintenance that is driven by situations and events. Professional accreditations include - TCIA Accredited, ISA Member, TCIA Member. Award winning.

"They did a great job—arrived on time and did excellent work on everything that we needed done. Sean was a real pro, was very knowledgeable, and explained everything in detail. He and his crew worked hard and cleaned up after they were done. We'd definitely hire them again."

Karin A on November 2018

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Bird Proof

5.00(
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Bird Proof

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are Californias #1 Bird Proofing company. We stop the pigeons from landing on your roof, getting under solar panels, and much more.

"Great service!! We recommend to all our friends and neighbors"

Charlotte T on February 2022

We are Californias #1 Bird Proofing company. We stop the pigeons from landing on your roof, getting under solar panels, and much more.

"Great service!! We recommend to all our friends and neighbors"

Charlotte T on February 2022

Hewett Pest Control

5.00(
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Hewett Pest Control

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hewett Pest Control - for all of your pest control needs in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties. We will eliminate - bugs/insects, rodents/rats. We provide excellent service at a reasonable price. We now have organic pest and weed control .

Hewett Pest Control - for all of your pest control needs in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties. We will eliminate - bugs/insects, rodents/rats. We provide excellent service at a reasonable price. We now have organic pest and weed control .

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Mark Allen Design & Construction

4.83(
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Mark Allen Design & Construction

4.83(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

You can rely on Mark Allen Design & Construction from concept to completion. Whether your planning a large remodeling project or just a smalll bathroom, we will take the extra steps to ensure that your experience is a positive one. Our team of experts at Mark Allen Design & Construction share the passion and commitment that ensures that quality and customer satisfaction is our number one priority.

You can rely on Mark Allen Design & Construction from concept to completion. Whether your planning a large remodeling project or just a smalll bathroom, we will take the extra steps to ensure that your experience is a positive one. Our team of experts at Mark Allen Design & Construction share the passion and commitment that ensures that quality and customer satisfaction is our number one priority.

4 Less Termite Control & Repair

4.89(
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4 Less Termite Control & Repair

4.89(
18
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

South Bay Termite

3.20(
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South Bay Termite

3.20(
5
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Customers say: Super punctual
34 years of experience

5 employees and other sub contractor if we get busy. We accept checks/cash, We also bill Escrow Companies for Real Estate transactions.Accept monthly installments if needed.We do free limited inspections for Termites only.

"I hired South Bay Termite to fix dry rot, water damage, and pest damage. Of the 10 projects I paid them for, they only did one correctly. They used the least expensive material they could find without considering whether it was the right material for the job. Not only did they do an absolutely terrible job, but they killed several of my plants, broke my irrigation system, and 'stole' material from us to use in the project instead of buying material. There was water damage in our sun room, which is an enclosed deck. They replaced the damage floor with unfinished plywood, exposing plywood to the elements which will soon rot. They replaced dry-rotted redwood shiplap board with a incorrectly sized fungus laden used board made of moulding material. Being the wrong size, the wrong material, and stained will fungus, I removed it only to find that they hid instead of fixed the 2X4 they attached it to, which was sitting upon a 2x4 which they hadn't bothered screwing in to place. There were two spots of dry rot near our basement door. They "fixed" one by cutting it out and replacing with mis-matched wood. Only fixing one spot and making it look horrible, I requested that they do it correctly. They caulked in a 1x3 unfinished pine (indoor wood). When I removed it today to put in correct outdoor materials I discovered they had hidden the dry rot they were supposed to fix; in other words, they hid the issue and didn't actually fix anything. They replaced my deck. They used the lowest quality wood possible. Literally, every single piece of ballister is defective. It looks bad from far and absolutely horrible on close inspection.They also didn't use joist hangers. They did use wood connectors, but only on about 60% of the joist/ledger connectors. In terms of "stealing', they took indoor moulding from my back room and used it for the outdoor door frame instead of buying the correct wood, and they literally took a strong tie off a pier to put it on another pier instead of just buying a new one (they cost about $2). And, when they took the strong tie off the good pier, they didn't put the bold back in. They used old, dry, rotten caulk and wood filler. I purchased caulk so they would at least use the good stuff. They used one and the other one "walked away" Because the work was so bad, the inspector came out to look at the work. While the worker admitted his work was "ca ca", the inspector found no issues with anything. Just stared blankly into space. He didn't notice that not all the work was done. In addition to the dry rot in the wall, above the replaced wood (which i didn't mention above), dry rot hidden by the outdoor door framing, the worker completely missed fixing a window frame. South Bay Termite is literally the worst contractor I have ever hired in my 13 years fixing fixer-uppers. They're cheap, but definitely not inexpensive. On the contrary, they're very expensive. I am redoing their work for less than what I paid them, but am doing right. On a positive note, they did such a horrible job that I have now learned how to identify dry rot, bug damage, wood quality issues, etc. so my skill set has improved. The photos are of work that was allegedly completed. These aren't "before" pictures. This is what my house looked like "after"."

estelle w on July 2021

5 employees and other sub contractor if we get busy. We accept checks/cash, We also bill Escrow Companies for Real Estate transactions.Accept monthly installments if needed.We do free limited inspections for Termites only.

"I hired South Bay Termite to fix dry rot, water damage, and pest damage. Of the 10 projects I paid them for, they only did one correctly. They used the least expensive material they could find without considering whether it was the right material for the job. Not only did they do an absolutely terrible job, but they killed several of my plants, broke my irrigation system, and 'stole' material from us to use in the project instead of buying material. There was water damage in our sun room, which is an enclosed deck. They replaced the damage floor with unfinished plywood, exposing plywood to the elements which will soon rot. They replaced dry-rotted redwood shiplap board with a incorrectly sized fungus laden used board made of moulding material. Being the wrong size, the wrong material, and stained will fungus, I removed it only to find that they hid instead of fixed the 2X4 they attached it to, which was sitting upon a 2x4 which they hadn't bothered screwing in to place. There were two spots of dry rot near our basement door. They "fixed" one by cutting it out and replacing with mis-matched wood. Only fixing one spot and making it look horrible, I requested that they do it correctly. They caulked in a 1x3 unfinished pine (indoor wood). When I removed it today to put in correct outdoor materials I discovered they had hidden the dry rot they were supposed to fix; in other words, they hid the issue and didn't actually fix anything. They replaced my deck. They used the lowest quality wood possible. Literally, every single piece of ballister is defective. It looks bad from far and absolutely horrible on close inspection.They also didn't use joist hangers. They did use wood connectors, but only on about 60% of the joist/ledger connectors. In terms of "stealing', they took indoor moulding from my back room and used it for the outdoor door frame instead of buying the correct wood, and they literally took a strong tie off a pier to put it on another pier instead of just buying a new one (they cost about $2). And, when they took the strong tie off the good pier, they didn't put the bold back in. They used old, dry, rotten caulk and wood filler. I purchased caulk so they would at least use the good stuff. They used one and the other one "walked away" Because the work was so bad, the inspector came out to look at the work. While the worker admitted his work was "ca ca", the inspector found no issues with anything. Just stared blankly into space. He didn't notice that not all the work was done. In addition to the dry rot in the wall, above the replaced wood (which i didn't mention above), dry rot hidden by the outdoor door framing, the worker completely missed fixing a window frame. South Bay Termite is literally the worst contractor I have ever hired in my 13 years fixing fixer-uppers. They're cheap, but definitely not inexpensive. On the contrary, they're very expensive. I am redoing their work for less than what I paid them, but am doing right. On a positive note, they did such a horrible job that I have now learned how to identify dry rot, bug damage, wood quality issues, etc. so my skill set has improved. The photos are of work that was allegedly completed. These aren't "before" pictures. This is what my house looked like "after"."

estelle w on July 2021

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FAQs for bug and insect pest control service projects in Santa Cruz, CA

The timeframe it takes to eliminate gnats varies considerably depending on the infestation's severity and the treatment approach. According to pest control professionals, completely eliminating gnats from your home can take several days to a few weeks. Success depends mainly on identifying and addressing the source of the infestation, such as overwatered plants, decaying organic matter, or moisture problems. Following treatment, continued prevention measures significantly improve long-term results.

When applied correctly, professional exterminators use treatments that present minimal risk to household members. Many companies now offer family-friendly options specifically formulated to be less toxic while remaining effective against gnats. If necessary, your pest control professional should provide clear instructions regarding temporary evacuation during application and advise on appropriate waiting periods before resuming regular activity in treated areas.

Though often grouped together, these small flying insects have distinct characteristics and habits. True gnats commonly gather around houseplants and moist soil. Fruit flies, which are lighter colored, primarily target overripe produce and fermented items. Drain flies, recognizable by their moth-like appearance, breed in the organic matter in drains and plumbing. Identifying which type you're dealing with helps determine the most effective elimination strategy.

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