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Avatar for BEE N' WASP NEST REMOVAL SERVICE
BEE N' WASP NEST REMOVAL SERVICE
5.0(
41
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Found a wasp nest at my house over a weekend, and called Bee N' Wasp on a Monday morning around 9am.  I was honestly expecting to leave a message but was pleasantly surprised to have someone answer the phone and be ready to help me.  The person who answered was very nice but since I was in LB he gave me the cell phone number for Sam, the person who services my area, so that I could coordinate scheduling directly with him.  So I called Sam, again, expecting to leave a voicemail but another pleasant surprise he answered the phone and was extremely nice.  He was willing to come out that same day @ 1130 AM!  I was not prepared for that, and asked if he could come in the late afternoon/early evening after work.  He said the next day would work, and he'd be there at 530.  Also gave me a quote of 125 to remove a single nest + 25 dollars for any additional nests or work if needed. <br /> Next day:  He actually shows up 5-10 minutes early (great!). I show him the location of the nest that I found (plus another one that I saw after I scheduled the call), and he said he'd take a look around the house before starting.  He found 2-3 other nests on the property and told me about them before proceeding to remove them.  This man was very thorough, and pleasant the whole time too. <br /> After all work was done, he gave me the invoice for 150, wished me a good evening and that was that.  In an out in around 30 minutes.  I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience.  I wish the guarantee was longer than 2 months but probably not something that can be controlled. <br />"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Kilter Termite And Pest Control
4.6(
191
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fighting against termite is a progressive battle and in every battle we have won. It is all thanks to Kilter. The team were always on spot in treating our home and service is handled professional. I haven?t seen a single termite or bug ever since Kilter became our regular pest control company. <br /> Thanks! Hope our relationships remains the same way. <br />"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Donahue pest Control
4.9(
25
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his team were extremely professional and friendly. They came out the same day I called them and returned exactly when they said they would to finish the job. Fortunately they were able to locate the issue and remove the carcass. Thank you Donahue termite control. I would definitely recommend them to everyone looking for extermination needs!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jetty Termite & Pest Control Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jetty Pest, came every week to help me out with my recent rodent problem. They were kind courteous. Let me know when they were on their way and informed me after every visit how many traps were triggered they stayed with us until the problem was resolved. Could not recommend them more."
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Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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FAQs for bug and insect pest control service projects in Santa Barbara, 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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