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Speedy Animal Control

Founded 2003 • With Angi since August 2011

"Our Specialized rappers can find and remove those Nuisance Wildlife causing havoc on your property." We are fully licensed by California, and By the Ca Dept Of Fish and Game Wildlife Division. We are fully insured. Nuisance wildlife control is a business that requires special wildlife permits, licensing, training and special skills to handle the hazards and risks associated with wild animal control, removal and cleanup. At “Speedy Animal Control” we strive to quickly Trap Wildlife releasein approved areas far from their Trapping sites, or euthanized in a humane manner as the situation dictates (sick or injured). All trapping is done in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. We humanely Trap and remove most animals. If the trapping and removal of these pesky Wildlife is a must, it should only be performed by trained and licensed professionals. Meet the Business Owner: I have always loved animals and enjoyed working with wildlife. And now I have the opportunity to help mother nature out when no one else will. I started trapping about 30 years ago for food and fun. Now I only do it to help people rid their homes of unwanted - nuisance wildlife. Although I began this journey many years ago, I never knew that this would turn into my dream job. In 2003 I discovered a need for Humane Wildlife Control, Nuisance Trapping, and Pest Removal. Prior to that, the companies that were around would euthanize the nuisance animals instead of relocating them. I studied hard and long and through trial and error, I came up with an amazing talent, a sure fire way to capture these Wild Animals that were causing havoc in peoples lives. I not only get to have a dream job(accept for the skunk spraying.....ewwww) but I get to do what I love. This is a family owned & operated Animal Control / Animal Removal Service. We service San Diego, Our Humane wildlife trapping technicians are the best around. We humanely remove, trap, and Relocate Most of the animals we capture.

Business Highlights

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Amenities

Free Estimates
No
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount
10%
Emergency Service
Yes
Eco-Friendly Accreditations
No
Insured
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Verified Reviews

5.0

(12) Verified Reviews

Showing 1-12 of 12 reviews
Wendy S.
5.0
10/27/2017
I called Robert, the owner and sole employee at Speedy Animal Control because of the contents of his web page, [*** Link removed ***] In it, he stated he would check the traps each week for four weeks after the treatment, and, he gave a years guarantee that the pests would not return or he would address the problem again. His rates were reasonable for the job that awaited him! He was friendly, efficient, and worked hard. For years I had rats and mice in my kitchen cupboards and drawers because the kitchen is open to the outside. I continually put poison pellets in the drawers and cupboards but the rats and mice kept returning. Robert checked the entire house including the attic, roof, and garage. He put secure screens over all the openings to the house and garage and sealed the garage door where they might enter. Then he placed multiple rat traps everywhere he had checked. He came weekly for the promised for four weeks. Thankfully there was nothing in the traps. As he left after the four weeks, he treated the front lawn for gophers. How complete a service is that! I wished he could have treated my bird lice, but he doesn't exterminate animals so small. I would hire him in a second if I ever had any trouble in the future with skunks, possums, or snakes! I certainly don't anticipate any future problems with rats, though. The house is like a fortress. They could not get in again.
Description of Work
I had rats and mice in my kitchen cupboards and drawers for years because the house was open on that side....
Category
pest control, animal removal
Toni C.
5.0
10/19/2015
I was happy with the service. He did his best to do what we needed done, and still we are "pest" free. Crossing my fingers we don't have the issue again!!! He was responsive, set up quite a few traps to begin with and worked with us as we needed certain accommodations. Very happy overall, even though the cost was high.
Description of Work
The cost was for 30 days of service, checking traps every few days, then in the last week about once a week. The cost is a bit steep. On the other hand, hard to find someone to do this work, and do it w/out chemicals. I was desperate, as we had a lot of gophers.
Category
animal removal
Catherine C.
5.0
04/27/2015
Robert was thorough and gave us information on how we could further protect our premises from wildlife animals. He laid out a trap then came back and laid out a second trap. We caught a opossum for three different nights and he would come each morning, after we had notified him of a capture, and remove the animal. He gave us ideas and information on how to protect our home and the habits of the animals. The animals will be reintroduced to the wild in a safe and humane way after being rehabilitated for a new habitat. We have no complaints on his performance or knowledge.
Description of Work
Robert came in and set traps. Came back each day when we had caught an animal.
Category
animal removal
susan D.
5.0
12/02/2014
They set traps and rid my yard of gophers, again, and did this very quickly. Great company!!! So professional and quick response time.
Description of Work
I have used this provider before to get rid of my gophers. Unfortunately, gophers do return when your neighbors still have gophers in there yards..... They are professional, quick, and very nice about all they do. They come out, set the traps, and return often until the problem is taken care of. Once again, I am gopher free. Scotty thank you for what you have done. Your company is wonderful and prompt. Gophers can devestat your yard very quickly if bot taken care of and I thank you for handling the situation.
Category
animal removal
Karen E.
5.0
07/08/2014
I appreciated his honesty--he didn't treat for the problem that wasn't there. He also didn't charge me for the visit. It's nice to find conscientious business people. Two friends also used him with good results. He sticks with a problem until he can resolved it
Description of Work
I thought I had gophers in my yard but when Robert came he identified the problem as voles and said that the problem could be solved by putting mothballs down the hole. He said that he could see where I had had gophers--I had previously had one trapped by gardening company. But he saw no sign of a continuing problem. He also noticed an area near the roof where he thought he saw rodent droppings and said the animals could get into the attic.
Category
pest control, animal removal
susan D.
5.0
04/16/2014
I have used this company before and they were great. The problem with gophers is they tend to return, if your neighbors have them still in there yard. I called back out Scotty, he arrived promptly, inspected what was going on, set the traps, and returned a few days later to ensure the were caught, He has returned now a few times in order to catch all the gophers. Scotty is very reasonable, and if they return he will come back out and set traps at a great price for you. I would definitely recommend this company to my friends and family. Very professional and reliable. I am once again gopher free !!! Thank you Scotty. Sue
Description of Work
Trapped and removed gophers
Category
animal removal
susan D.
5.0
01/30/2014
I bought an older home two years ago and planted my first garden last year. Then the gophers came and devasted my garden, back yard and all the flowers. It was ruined in no time. I had tried to rid my yard of the gophers on my own. After months of no success and great expense. I finally called Speedy Animal Control. They were prompt and professional. Scotty showed up and was very nice and explained the plan to remove the gophers. Within only a couple weeks they were gone. Now as spring is around the corner,the gophers have returned, only a couple of therm.... This is an issue when your neighbors have gophers... But Speedy Animal Control came out an rid my yard again of these pesky little critters. I would definitely recommend this company for any pest control problem. I will never try to do this on my own again. Call Them. Thank You, my garden is pretty again! Sue D.
Description of Work
Gopher Removal.
Category
animal removal
Douglas A.
5.0
01/13/2014
It's been a month and we are currently gopher-free. Very satisfied with the service and will use again if we have another problem.
Description of Work
He came out to view the problem, identified the location of the gopher trail, and set traps. Next day he came by to check and removed the animal from the trap.
Category
animal removal
LORRAINE R.
5.0
11/02/2013
After many months of dealing with possum and raccoon damage to our yard...we actually saw the critters at different times during the night...the last straw was when a large portion of an azalea plant was broken off. I called Robert and left a message. He called back promptly and was able to come out that morning to set traps. With success the mama and baby raccoon were trapped by the next morning. He came out that morning to take them far away to another home! The trap was reset and the next morning a big ole possum was patiently waiting to be relocated. After three more days of empty traps, Robert came and removed them. He also spent time educating us on what products we might want to consider purchasing to help with the deterrence of future rodent visits. Great guy and great service!
Description of Work
~ Set three traps w/ bait ~ Removed mama raccoon & baby ~ Reset traps ~ Removed possum ~ Returned to remove traps
Category
animal removal
Kathryne T.
5.0
08/31/2013
Speedy Animal Control is great!! Robert comes within a day or two when you call or text him. He is thorough, knows his pests, and is extremely nice as well. He comes back every three - five days to check traps. If, after he has caught the pesky critters, more show up, he will come back. He is great and highly recommend him.
Description of Work
Robert came to check for gophers in response to my call for help. However, the gardener had apparently covered/filled in the suspect hole so we had no gopher evidence. Robert did not charge me. He was here earlier in the year when we had gophers and he was able to catch and dispatch of them. (Late May)
Category
animal removal
MIke J.
5.0
05/06/2013
They are excellent. They trap the animals and then actually take them away. They are very prompt and responsive. It was immediate qupte, repsonse and pricing was excellent. My tenants said the actual guy was awesome.
Description of Work
I used Speedy Animal Control to remove skunks.
Category
animal removal
Gail M.
5.0
04/09/2013
My backyard was overrun with gophers, but I was reluctant to introduce a poison into the environment. I discovered Speedy Animal Control on a Google Search and liked the idea that the company emphasized animal removal. Robert, the owner, responded to my call in a speedy manner and made his first visit, and treatment, the day I called. He explained that the infestation was too great for traps alone. He explained how the bait, and its toxicity worked. He suggested a plan, which also included work in my neighbor's yard, which they, fortunately, were willing to go along with. He placed bait in the lawn and traps in all the garden beds. He made repeat visits every 2-3 days to take care of new activity and empty traps. After 6 visits, the original contract, the problem seems to be taken care of. The cost was a bit higher than I'd hoped, but I do not know what the larger companies charge. I was desperate to get my gardens back though, so I paid the price. I was pleased that he did not try to sell me on a contract, like the larger companies, but will come out on an as-needed basis for a very reasonable fee ($75 per visit). Robert really seemed to know his work, inspected my property thoroughly, answered all of my questions, and took my concerns seriously. He is knowledgable about all kinds of pests, not just gophers. For instance, he recommended trying to co-exist with my ground squirrels (something I'd not thought possible until I had the even worse gopher problem), rather than put more bait in the environment. He notified me by text when he was coming out, in case I was not home. I recommend him, felt confident in his work, and am glad to be able to return to my backyard without six new gopher holes a day
Description of Work
Analysis of problems with gophers, suggestions for a combination plan of baiting and trapping for myself and my neighbor. Successful implementation of the plan.
Category
animal removal

Phone

Address

10971 2nd St

Santee, CA 92071

Other Information

Services offered

Animal removal, landscaping, lawn & yard work, pest control & exterminating.

Services not offered

We no longer offer Bee or Bee Hive Removal, Coyote Trapping, or Rabbit Trapping

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Speedy Animal Control is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Speedy Animal Control is open:

Monday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Speedy Animal Control accepts the following forms of payment: Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover

No, Speedy Animal Control does not offer free project estimates.

No, Speedy Animal Control does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Speedy Animal Control does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Speedy Animal Control offers emergency services.

Yes, Speedy Animal Control offers warranties.

Speedy Animal Control offers the following services: Animal removal, landscaping, lawn & yard work, pest control & exterminating.

We no longer offer Bee or Bee Hive Removal, Coyote Trapping, or Rabbit Trapping

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