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Avatar for Kilter Termite and Pest Control - Escondido
Kilter Termite and Pest Control - Escondido
4.4(
231
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Kilter Termite & Pest Control has been providing Free Inspections & our top rated "No Tent" termite treatments to Escondido and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. Choose Kilter today for a quality free termite or rodent inspection. Ask about our "Stay in Your Home" termite treatments, In-house carpentry teams for the best wood repair & replacement in CA, rodent proofing & insulation services with a full 2 year warranty and our $52 per month pest control plan Pest Shield™. Trust our thousands of 5 star reviews from happy customers & let Kilter solve your pest problems today. We've been in business and BBB A+ rated for so long because we run our business based off 1 core value: "We Treat Your Home Like It's Our Own"

No Tent Termite job
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Joshua's Pest Control
Joshua's Pest Control
4.7(
253
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My Field Expert Jordan Garcia with Joshua?s pest control came by and was absolutely very friendly, professional, and very informative. He took care of all our pest needs at our house and went above and beyond and even removed a black widow spiders nest near my front porch! What a relief! Thank you again for what you do and all your insight and hard work! 5 star rating for this employee and the company! Highly recommend using Joshua?s Pest Control for any of your pest needs!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Halo Home Services
4.6(
413
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Michelle Staff, Randy Examiner, and JT Technician were all very professional, kind, courteous, and provided outstanding customer service. I would definitely recommend the Halo Home Services for Termite control. Thank you for the recommendation."
Drywood Termite Fumigation
Termite Fumigation
New Crawl Space Door
Sealing off Roof Vents
Fumigation

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Atomic Pest Control
Atomic Pest Control
5.0(
14
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ochoa Brothers Pest Control
Ochoa Brothers Pest Control
4.9(
9
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

John Ochoa grew up around pest control, from the young age of 4 years old. He grew up learning from his Father about the business. With family owning pest control businesses in Los Angeles county to opening up his own in San Diego County. The company has the experience needed to solve your pest problems.

Bee Removal
Bee Removal
Bee Removal
Bee Removal
Bee Removal

+3

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Pacific Coast Termite Inc
4.6(
206
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I didn't need any additional work. My termite inspection was clean. There were no termites and no further work needed. The man was very good and thorough. The price was definitely an "A". He was as thorough as anyone could be. It was one person that came out. It took about 1/2 hour to 45 minutes. An hour at the most. His cleanliness was fine. He was very professional, answered all the questions that I had, so I was satisfied with him."
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Response time5 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Animal Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Groundhogs love to eat a variety of plant matter. This includes beans, peas, sunflowers, tender greens such as leafy vegetables, clover, dandelion, and alfalfa, and sweet fruits such as apples and berries. Groundhogs eat up to a pound and a half of plant matter each day, so household gardens often become their prime target.

Our experts prioritize safe, family-friendly treatments, minimizing risks while managing pests effectively.

Groundhogs are most active during the warmer months, from spring through fall. On a daily basis, they exhibit peak activity in the early morning (dawn) and late afternoon (dusk), which are their primary feeding times. They tend to stay in their cool burrows during the hottest, sunniest parts of the day. Groundhogs hibernate during the winter, typically retreating to their dens from October or November until mid to late February.

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.

If you discover a dead animal in your air ducts, address the issue promptly to prevent unpleasant odors and potential health hazards. Turn off your HVAC system to prevent further spread of contaminants and contact a professional HVAC technician or pest control specialist to remove the animal and clean the affected area. They have the tools and expertise to handle the situation, including removing and disinfecting contaminated ductwork. The technician will inspect the ducts for any damage or other issues that might have allowed the animal to enter.

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