Official Pest Prevention has been in the pest control industry since the year 2000. We have experience working in residential, commercial, and special services arena. Our special services include total pest prevention including termite remediation and repair, exclusion services (e.g., rodent, bird, and bat), wildlife trapping, gopher, mole, ground squirrel abatement. We have made our mark on what the customer should expect from service professionals in the pest control industry; pest remediation and prevention, great customer service, fast response time, and a service that is effective and efficient. Our goal is to prevent pest activity before you know it exists.
"They have been easy to work with."
Keith N on June 2025
Official Pest Prevention has been in the pest control industry since the year 2000. We have experience working in residential, commercial, and special services arena. Our special services include total pest prevention including termite remediation and repair, exclusion services (e.g., rodent, bird, and bat), wildlife trapping, gopher, mole, ground squirrel abatement. We have made our mark on what the customer should expect from service professionals in the pest control industry; pest remediation and prevention, great customer service, fast response time, and a service that is effective and efficient. Our goal is to prevent pest activity before you know it exists.
"They have been easy to work with."
Keith N on June 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Excellent Service from Rudy! Rudy was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and courteous when treating our home for ants. He took the time to explain the process, answered all of our questions, and made sure every concern was addressed. You could tell he really cared about doing a thorough job and making sure we felt comfortable. Since the treatment, we?ve already noticed a huge improvement. Highly recommend Rudy for anyone dealing with pest issues?he?s the kind of technician you hope for!"
Jane D on June 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business
"Excellent Service from Rudy! Rudy was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and courteous when treating our home for ants. He took the time to explain the process, answered all of our questions, and made sure every concern was addressed. You could tell he really cared about doing a thorough job and making sure we felt comfortable. Since the treatment, we?ve already noticed a huge improvement. Highly recommend Rudy for anyone dealing with pest issues?he?s the kind of technician you hope for!"
Jane D on June 2025
E&M’s Reptile Family provides a very unique, fun, and highly educational one-hour program. We arrive with an exciting and diverse menagerie of living Arthropods (creepy-crawlies), Amphibians, who are never sad and always hoppy, and Reptiles, featuring snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises. Our show is very hands-on and tons of fun! We share our message of respect toward all living things by replacing fear with respect and fallacies with fact. Education nurtures conservation! My wife and I have been California's Central Valley Leading Animal Educators since we opened E&M's in 2005 and with us you always get me..Eric Johnson.
E&M’s Reptile Family provides a very unique, fun, and highly educational one-hour program. We arrive with an exciting and diverse menagerie of living Arthropods (creepy-crawlies), Amphibians, who are never sad and always hoppy, and Reptiles, featuring snakes, lizards, turtles and tortoises. Our show is very hands-on and tons of fun! We share our message of respect toward all living things by replacing fear with respect and fallacies with fact. Education nurtures conservation! My wife and I have been California's Central Valley Leading Animal Educators since we opened E&M's in 2005 and with us you always get me..Eric Johnson.
Jerry “Gene” Day is the Owner/Operator of Sierra Vista Exterminators and a native of Porterville. He grew up in Porterville and Corvallis, Oregon and then spent 4 years in the US Army in Wurzburg, Germany before returning to Porterville and getting his Associates degree from Porterville College. After working for 15 years with Napa Auto Parts the opportunity came along in 2003 to change fields and get involved in the pest control industry thanks to Mr. Ron Morgan of Bugzilla Pest Patrol.
Jerry “Gene” Day is the Owner/Operator of Sierra Vista Exterminators and a native of Porterville. He grew up in Porterville and Corvallis, Oregon and then spent 4 years in the US Army in Wurzburg, Germany before returning to Porterville and getting his Associates degree from Porterville College. After working for 15 years with Napa Auto Parts the opportunity came along in 2003 to change fields and get involved in the pest control industry thanks to Mr. Ron Morgan of Bugzilla Pest Patrol.
I can do a wide variety of different jobs, varying from cleaning up yards to building various projects.
I can do a wide variety of different jobs, varying from cleaning up yards to building various projects.
We believe in providing the best value and pest control service to our clients. Our motto is if you’re not happy we’re not happy. 60+ Years of Pest Control Service in California. We provide Same Day Pest Control. Senior Specials. We respect your property and ensure that we leave the work area clean and tidy. We also use Eco Smart Products. (available upon request) Family owned and operated Pest Control Company. We strive for client satisfaction. We Take Pest & Termite Control Seriously! We give you a fair estimate before we begin a project. We have no hidden fees or extra charges. https://bakersfield.oconnorpest.com/
"Did not try to over sell, honest, friendly, consistency, fair pricing."
Amy M on December 2019
We believe in providing the best value and pest control service to our clients. Our motto is if you’re not happy we’re not happy. 60+ Years of Pest Control Service in California. We provide Same Day Pest Control. Senior Specials. We respect your property and ensure that we leave the work area clean and tidy. We also use Eco Smart Products. (available upon request) Family owned and operated Pest Control Company. We strive for client satisfaction. We Take Pest & Termite Control Seriously! We give you a fair estimate before we begin a project. We have no hidden fees or extra charges. https://bakersfield.oconnorpest.com/
"Did not try to over sell, honest, friendly, consistency, fair pricing."
Amy M on December 2019
monthly no contract $70 first visit then $35 per month, $35.00 per monthy 1 year contract, bi -monthly (every 2 months) $60.00, quarterly $70, free call backs
monthly no contract $70 first visit then $35 per month, $35.00 per monthy 1 year contract, bi -monthly (every 2 months) $60.00, quarterly $70, free call backs
We are a COD company (but offers billing under certain conditions), Accept all credit cards*, Mention Angies List - receive 10% off, Seniors 15%, Military (active, vets, family members) 15%. We hold our customers and their property in high respect, We would GREATLY appreciate your business.
We are a COD company (but offers billing under certain conditions), Accept all credit cards*, Mention Angies List - receive 10% off, Seniors 15%, Military (active, vets, family members) 15%. We hold our customers and their property in high respect, We would GREATLY appreciate your business.
Clark Pest Control offers you a wide variety of pest control, termite control, weed control, and lawn and garden service options, and general pest, weed control and lawn and garden service inspections are always free of charge. If you have bed bugs, we are experts at bed bug treatments, including heat remediation. We even offer structural fumigation. Clark Pest Control's S.M.A.R.T. (Sustainable Methods and Responsible Treatments) branded services use the principles of Integrated Pest Management to keep your home's pest pressures down, using softer materials and non-toxic methods, like exclusion and sanitation. Whether your home needs insect and spider control, rat and mouse control, termite treatment and damage repairs, weed control, lawn fertilization or remodeling and contracting service, Clark Pest Control offers you a full menu of Pest-Away® services that will take care of your family's pest management needs. We also offer a wide array of pest management services for business, industry, government and education facilities, and much more.
Clark Pest Control offers you a wide variety of pest control, termite control, weed control, and lawn and garden service options, and general pest, weed control and lawn and garden service inspections are always free of charge. If you have bed bugs, we are experts at bed bug treatments, including heat remediation. We even offer structural fumigation. Clark Pest Control's S.M.A.R.T. (Sustainable Methods and Responsible Treatments) branded services use the principles of Integrated Pest Management to keep your home's pest pressures down, using softer materials and non-toxic methods, like exclusion and sanitation. Whether your home needs insect and spider control, rat and mouse control, termite treatment and damage repairs, weed control, lawn fertilization or remodeling and contracting service, Clark Pest Control offers you a full menu of Pest-Away® services that will take care of your family's pest management needs. We also offer a wide array of pest management services for business, industry, government and education facilities, and much more.
Professional treatments provide substantial population reduction when properly timed and applied. Success rates improve with comprehensive approaches that combine targeted sprays with systemic treatments. Certified professionals can assess property-specific factors and customize treatment protocols accordingly.
Most properties see significant improvement after properly sequenced applications, though complete eradication may require ongoing management in heavily infested regions.
Key indicators include sticky residue (honeydew) on plant surfaces, sooty mold growth on leaves, egg masses appearing as grayish-brown patches on trees, and the presence of the insects themselves. Young nymphs appear black with white spots, while older nymphs develop red patches. Adult lanternflies have distinctive spotted forewings and bright red hindwings. Tree health decline, including wilting or stunted growth, may also signal an established infestation.
When applied according to manufacturer specifications, professional treatments pose minimal risk to plant health. Certified applicators select appropriate formulations and concentrations based on plant species, condition, and environmental factors. They calibrate application equipment to deliver precise amounts of product where needed. Potential risks primarily arise from improper application techniques or using products not specifically labeled for ornamental plant use.
Treating a spotted lanternfly infestation is rarely a one-time cost. Comprehensive management often requires multiple interventions throughout the year as these insects progress through different life stages. A single treatment may provide temporary relief, but it won't prevent future generations from developing.
Effective programs often include treatments targeting emerging nymphs in spring, adults during summer, and egg masses in fall/winter. Establishing an ongoing monitoring and treatment schedule provides the most reliable protection.
Treatment timing should align with the insect's life cycle stages. Early spring applications target newly hatching nymphs before they can mature and reproduce. Mid-summer treatments address adult populations before egg-laying begins. The specific calendar timing varies by region and seasonal weather patterns. Professional pest managers monitor local population development and time applications accordingly for maximum effectiveness.