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Avatar for D & S Termite and Pest Control
D & S Termite and Pest Control
4.6(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito ControlPest Control - Bed Bugs+3 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called D&S Termite and Pest Control two times to rid my house of rats, once in Sept, 2011 and and once in  Nov, 2013.  The first service in Sept, 2011 went went well.  The Field Representative searched the house and yard for evidence of rats, found evidence in the attic, and placed traps there.  He came back in a week or so, removed a dead rat, and checked back each week for a month.  I paid $200 for this service.  The second time, the Field Representative did not do an extensive search (perhaps because he had done one two years before).  He did not check the attic because I had found evidence of the rats on the first floor--in retrospect, I think a search of the attic was warranted.  He placed four traps in the house.  I found a dead rat in the kitchen and disposed of it myself.  This time (Nov. 2013) I signed a contract: D&S placed three rat traps on my property outside and I have been paying $35 to have them checked once each month for a year.  Apparently, D&S will also check the house if there was evidence of rats within.   This has ended up costing $420 and I have received very little in return.  I do not feel that the house was searched well enough initially for evidence of rats.  I could have set the traps myself, and, indeed, I, not D&S, ended up removing the dead rat.  I would probably not hire D&S again. 


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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EcoGuard Pest Management
4.7(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito ControlPest Control - Bed Bugs+3 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trap snapped 2 hours after he left. Unfortunately it didn’t kill instantly and I had to finish the job as both my husband and exterminator not present. Had to put poor critter out of its misery. We are city folks living in country for first time and have a lot to learn. Yet very efficient company that uses traps and chemistry nontoxic to environment and my animals. We also have wasp and ant problems to be addressed later in year. Have great confidence they will help."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lenard's Pest Professionals
4.8(
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Rodents - For Business

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing how they know pests and can treat for black widows. He got rid of 2 that I found dead and when I found another one that was huge - they came right back and sprayed the entire area... excellent customer service and follow through! Much success shall prevail for this Pest Control Company."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Joshua's Pest Control
4.7(
253
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+4 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We use Joshua's Pest Control for quarterly pest preventative services. They are always so reliable and thorough. James and Zach are so polite, friendly, and helpful! They are truly a pleasure to work with! Their prices are more than fair for the quality of service you receive so I would highly recommend choosing Joshua's Pest Control for your pest control needs."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kilter Termite And Pest Control
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Pest Control - TermitePest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito Control+3 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Over the past few years, I have hired Kilter to rodent-proof my house, treat it for termites and manage my pest control. I have always had a great experience with them. Hard working guys that do an exceptional job. Their $99 quarterly pest control plan is perfect to keep things under control."
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Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Atomic Pest Control
5.0(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito ControlPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a termite issue and reached out to Atomic Pest Control ? and I am so glad I did! Francisco was incredibly professional and responded quickly to my request. From the initial inspection to the treatment process, everything was handled efficiently and with great attention to detail. If you are dealing with pests, I definitely recommend Atomic Pest Control. They made a stressful situation much easier to manage."
No more gap
Finished work
Crawlspace door gap
Scratch/ rub marks
Opening on Roof

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HAFA ADAI TERMITE AND PEST SOLUTIONS INC
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bed Bugs+4 more

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great. Vince took care of the initial issue (ants) and when I asked hi to look at termites, he did a new complete review. Unfortunately, found several instances that needed treated and repaired and put together a reasonable estimate and schedule. I'll be able to rate that experiene next time."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Hi-Tech Termite Control, Inc.
4.7(
67
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Pest Control - Termite

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David Biacsi came out right on time and gave my home a thorough going over. Determined I did not need termite service at this time. Also gave me some DIY pointers to monitor and recommended a yearly inspection to keep things termite free. Will call again next time."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate97%
132 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

A solution of vinegar and water can deter moles, but be careful about the strength of the solution. Too much vinegar can dry out and kill grass or other plants when distributed too frequently.

It’s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren’t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.

DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself. 

Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away. 

If you’ve spotted a skunk or know that one of these furry creatures sprayed one of your family members, your answer is fairly obvious. However, a skunky smell in your house that isn’t coming from these critters may be a sign of a dangerous gas leak. If you suspect this, leave your home immediately and call emergency services. It could also be a build-up of dangerous gas in your home’s septic system or plumbing. Call a professional plumber near you to make an assessment.

It can be difficult to know what type of animal is in your attic until you see it. But several clues can help you narrow down the suspects:

  • Sounds: Smaller animals like rats and mice make scurrying and tapping/gnawing sounds. Larger animals like raccoons and opossums make louder clambering noises. Also, note when animals are noisy: Squirrels are active during the day, while rats are busiest at night.

  • Droppings: Rats and mice leave small, rice-shaped droppings (the rat’s version is significantly larger). Bigger droppings belong to larger critters like raccoons. As long as you’re not squeamish, an image search can help you identify what you’re seeing in your attic.

When in doubt, take photos of damage or other evidence and show them to an experienced pest control pro.

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