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Pest Busters Pest Solutions
5.0(
7
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pest Busters is reliable and responsible, They eliminated my rodent problem under the house and in the attic. I then had them clean up the attic and remove all the old insulation and install new insulation. All the work was completed on schedule. I can count on Pest Busters to do an excellent job."
Subterranean  treatment
Drill and treat
Wood boring beetles
Rodent Exclusion
Rodent Exclusion

+37

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Pacific Coast Termite, Inc.
4.3(
35
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steven identified the problem and was very professional and did not try to up sell the job. Then Joseph came to do the actual work and was just wonderful. He was respectful and courteous and knowledgeable. He did the work under the house as well as in the attic and did a great job. I would happily recommend this company!"
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Santos Pest Control
4.2(
5
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Their pest control service was quick and efficient. Mr. Santos was very easy to work with, knowledgeable, and hardworking. The work was done seamlessly and I would highly recommend this company. Santos Pest Control is a great value, got the work done quickly, and showed up when I needed. I would absolutely hire Santos Pest Control without question. A very professional local company!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Fire & Water Damage Recovery
4.7(
69
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals+1 more

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The experience with Justin at Fire & Water Damage Recovery was excellent. They were referred by the plumbing company that serviced my sump pump. We still got 3 estimate, Justin's estimate was in the middle but I felt good with Justin based on our phone conversation and the referral so we went with this company. Justin did tell me that he might have estimated on the high side because he does not like to surprise the homeowners. What a surprise when I go the final invoice. The final invoice came in much lower and was very close or lower than the lowest estimate I got. Justin and his team also took pictures of how the place was before and after for me to see. They even took pictures of the pathway that they took to get to the crawl space to assure me that they kept the place clean when they got in and out. I was very satisified with Justin and his company."
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+27

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Simply Rodents
5.0(
26
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Aptos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian Higgins the owner, was very thorough and considerate. He gave us a fair price and did a wonderful job. He eliminated the dead rats at were in the attic and under the house. He helped us fog the entire house to get rid of the mites that were biting me for 6 months. Then Brian climbed on the roof and covered all access holes with wire mess. He did that to the perimeter of the house too. Finally he set traps with bate in the attic and crawl space under the house. Two weeks later he returned and did an inspection of the traps to make sure there was no additional activity . He is a very pleasant guy and I would highly recommend using him again if needed .R Blecher"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Animal Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Identifying the specific animal running on your roof at night can be challenging without direct observation. Common nocturnal roof visitors include raccoons, squirrels, opossums, and rats. Raccoons are bigger and can create heavy thumping sounds. Squirrels are agile and may produce rapid scurrying noises. Opossums tend to move stealthily with less noise. Rats can make scratching or gnawing sounds. To determine the culprit, look for signs like footprints, droppings, or damaged areas near the roof. For accurate identification, consult a pest control professional or set up wildlife cameras near potential entry points.

The cost of pest control services depends on various factors, but the average homeowner pays around $175, with a typical range of $100 to $500. Your final cost will be influenced by the type of pest, the size and severity of the infestation, and the number of treatments needed.

Service costs also vary by frequency:

  • One-time service: $300–$550

  • Initial visit for ongoing service: $150–$300

  • Monthly visits: $40–$70

  • Quarterly visits: $100–$300

  • Annual visits: $300–$550

For specific pest examples, getting rid of spiders typically costs between $100 and $300, whereas a termite infestation can cost from $230 to $2,500 or more, depending on the extent of the damage.

While there are plenty of DIY home remedies for pests, trapping and fumigation costs are worth the investment when dealing with a serious infestation that is hard to get rid of, like termites,  bed bugs, or mice.

DIY traps and sprays might help eliminate a few ants or the occasional mouse, but they're no match for a full-blown infestation. Call an extermination pro to locate where pests hide, how to treat the issue at the source, and how to keep it from returning.

It’s very rare to find mice in a bed frame or mattress outside of the most extreme infestation scenarios. That said, your bedroom isn’t off limits for mice if it offers them shelter, food, and warmth. Look for any gaps or openings a mouse could squeeze into, and don’t keep food in your bedroom. 

If the snakes in your yard are non-venomous species (like common Rat or Garter snakes), why not consider the live-and-let-live approach? Some benefits of not getting rid of snakes include:

  • They’re great at controlling disease-spreading rodent populations, including rats, mice, voles, and moles.

  • Some non-venomous species (like the common kingsnake) eat venomous species like rattlesnakes and copperheads.

  • Species like the garter snake keep down populations of garden pests like slugs and grasshoppers.

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