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Avatar for EcoGuard Pest Management
EcoGuard Pest Management
4.7(
68
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eco Guard is a fantastic organization with a great product and excellent client interaction. I've used them for 5 years and don't have any complaints. The price is reasonable and the staff are very knowledgeable and responsive. If any issues arise EG has been very quick to address and has shown a lot of integrity. Thanks very much for the great work!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Official Pest Prevention, Inc. - Elk Grove
4.3(
761
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired other firms for this house as well as other homes. This is the best customer service and professional, effective pest control of the five other firms I have used. Very friendly, thorough, effective service."
Pigeon Droppings
Got Pigeon Droppings? Yuck!
Jobs Big and Small
Screening the places pigeons hide
Response time2 days
657 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rodent Busters Inc
5.0(
49
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was in desperate need of some help and answers to my pest problems. This was the first & only Pro that contacted me. While I didn't technically hire them, they were very professional and responded quickly to my project request. The project was quoted at $200, but I was only charged $50 for a down payment and inspection. While I may still be baffled at how I got a small invasion of pesky flies, the Pro was excellent at communicating with me and still offered their services in my time of need."
Rodent Proofing
Rodent Proofing
Rodent Proofing
Rodent Proofing
Rodent Proofing

+16

267 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eliminate Em Pest Management
4.9(
14
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have a monthly contract with Eliminate EM Pest Management to control insects and bugs also to eradicate rodents. They are prompt and courtesy and very efficient"
Storage Warehouse Shed
Sanitizing & removal of bird Feces
Viewing Bird Activity
Preparing to Sanitize
Rodent Teeth

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hi-Tech Termite Control of the Bay Area, Inc.
4.5(
91
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Well, we did need treatment. We had spot chemical cleaning performed. The treatment appointment was available immediately and the technician showed up exactly on time. I do not know pricing for these services so cannot provide accurate price comparison information. My only advice is to make sure the technician goes into the attic."
Response time11 hrs
74 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Californias Pest Defense
4.1(
56
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"California Pest Defense were quick to contact me and organize for someone to come round to inspect the issue. They explained over the phone that the inspection was free, but that any extermination cost (if necessary), would be agreed between myself and the technician. Thankfully, whatever my husband had sprayed to deter the wasps from setting up a nest behind our gutters had worked, as the technician confirmed that there were no active wasps there. The technician told me about the bi-monthly pest control service that they offer, so we will be looking into that."
Response time9 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Vanguard Termite Control, Inc.
4.9(
29
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Armando was great to work with. We had to keep postponing our termite work for almost 4 months due to continuing rain storms, we thought after getting the quote back in 2022, they might increase the cost for the work that needed to be done, NOPE, the cost stayed the same. The crew that came out to take care of the treatment were very thorough, very professional, and overall a great team. I would definitely recommend Vanguard Termite Control."
Drywood Termite Injection
Subterranean damage
Subterranean Treatment
Concrete Drilling
Trenching

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ATCO Pest Control
4.2(
42
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After smelling something dead, on a Friday morning, I contact 5 places and no one would commit to do the work. My husband found ATCO by searching the web. We talked to them on the phone and David from ATCO Pest Control was the one that serves us. He came on time and explain upfront all the terms and what he was going to do. Then, he went underneath the house, (not an easy thing to do because everything is narrowed), and located a dead rat near the heat vents. He also located the points of the entrance where they come. He placed several traps. Then, explain the post-work we will have to do in the near future. He acted very professionally and, we are very please with his work."
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Response time2 days
Response rate85%
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

The most effective natural roach repellent is Borax with its key ingredient of boric acid and diatomaceous earth. But some homeowners may not feel like these are “natural” enough, especially since you can’t use Borax around curious pets or toddlers.

On the other hand, studies have shown that oregano oil mixtures have some of the best repellent effects, and other research indicates that catnip oil, peppermint oil, and citrus oils have notable effects on keeping roaches away. Rosemary oil has been shown to be the most effective natural oil for killing cockroaches outright.

There is very limited scientific evidence to support the efficacy of essential oils against bed bugs and they are very unlikely to kill the species. However, a 2021 study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) found that compounds in essential oils like clove oil, lemongrass, citronella, and bergamot could repel the insects.

When you spray a roach, the chemicals, usually a mix of neurotoxins like pyrethroids or pyrethrins, start affecting its nervous system almost immediately. It disrupts the roach’s nerve signals, causing paralysis and eventually death. You'll often see the roach twitch, flip over on its back, and stop moving within seconds to minutes.

Yes, you should wash your sheets and clothes immediately after receiving a pest control service. If your pest pro sprayed chemicals inside your home, it’s important to remove any lingering residue from your washable items. Consult your pest control pro for a list of post-treatment steps to follow.

Roach spray usually starts working almost immediately on contact—within seconds to a few minutes. However, if it's a residual spray designed to keep killing over time, it can take hours or even days to fully affect roaches that come into contact with treated surfaces. For larger infestations, it may take at least a week to see a noticeable drop in activity, since not all roaches are exposed at once.

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