Pestec's pest control services are 100% certified as Integrated Pest Management (IPM) by EcoWise and Green Shield. Pestec is the first pest control company to receive the California Department of Pesticide Regulation IPM Innovator Award. Pestec is an early adopter of new pest control technologies and practices, leads the industry in Integrated Pest Management.
Pestec is an early adopter of new technologies and practices. This applied research allows us to develop new risk-reducing strategies for managing pests. Pestec is a local family owned pest control company serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1985. For more than 30 years, Pestec has provided pest control services to commercial and government customers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Our service area includes the City and County of San Francisco, San Mateo County, Contra Costa County, Alameda County, and Santa Clara County. We offer various pest management services, including the control of rats, mice, ants, cockroaches, and yellow jackets.
Pestec is an early adopter of new technologies and practices. This applied research allows us to develop new risk-reducing strategies for managing pests. Pestec is a local family owned pest control company serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1985. For more than 30 years, Pestec has provided pest control services to commercial and government customers in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Our service area includes the City and County of San Francisco, San Mateo County, Contra Costa County, Alameda County, and Santa Clara County. We offer various pest management services, including the control of rats, mice, ants, cockroaches, and yellow jackets.
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Our mission is to discover, develop and deliver the best services to improve the places we live and work. Our services promote proper building maintenance and public health by directly suppressing and preventing disease vectors, pests, and their underlying causes. We work through transparency and purpose to mutually benefit pest management stakeholders, your community, and our planet.
A vital part of a successful mosquito abatement program is public awareness. Several times a day Mosquito Abatement Courier Team members have conversations with San Francisco residents explaining what they are doing and why. In those brief conversations we are able to educate residents about this proactive program as well as about where mosquitoes can breed and how we can prevent them.
When she and her husband moved into an upscale apartment in an "emerging" neighborhood near Civic Center, Katie Beckheyer may have had some concerns about crime, gritty streets and panhandlers. But she never expected what would be the. San Francisco's Mosquito Abatement Courier team-otherwise known as MAC-is not your typical bike gang.
Pests can pose a risk to human health and the types of diseases they spread can vary. Pests that are common disease vectors are rats, mice, fleas, and mosquitoes. Diseases directly transmitted by rodents include, but are not limited to hantavirus, leptospirosis, plague, rat bite fever, and salmonellosis.
Thinking of changing careers? Are you unsure of which direction to go? Now is the time to invest in yourself. Come work where you are more than a number and where opportunity awaits. We are always looking for great people to join our team. The pest control industry is on track to be a $9 billion-dollar industry.
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J. & L.
Jul 30, 2021
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Unlike two pest control quotes we got from two other companies, Pestec:
·    Is experienced in working with rodents, ants, cockroaches, and yellow jackets and more.
·    Certified by EcoWiseCertified.com and GreenShieldCertified.com to prevent pests and use less-toxic and more humane techniques. They use snap-traps instead of inhumane glue traps for rodents.
· Lists their Structural Pest Control Board of California (https://pestboard.ca.gov/license.shtml) license number on their website, meaning they had to pass exams to prove they know what they're doing.
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·    Is experienced in working with rodents, ants, cockroaches, and yellow jackets and more.
·    Certified by EcoWiseCertified.com and GreenShieldCertified.com to prevent pests and use less-toxic and more humane techniques. They use snap-traps instead of inhumane glue traps for rodents.
· Lists their Structural Pest Control Board of California (https://pestboard.ca.gov/license.shtml) license number on their website, meaning they had to pass exams to prove they know what they're doing.
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Tommy R.
Sep 11, 2020
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Sam Z.
Dec 27, 2018
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We were getting mysterious bites in our home. Zach of Pestec identified the problem as rat mites, found where the rates were entering, sealed up the house and dusted the crawl space. He trapped all the rats and none have come into our house since. Sans rats, the rat mites died off and for the first time in six months we're not getting bitten. Zach knew just what to do, explained his plan clearly and consulted us every step of the way. We are greatly relieved and very grateful to Zach and Pestec.
Julie C.
Dec 07, 2018
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DO NOT HIRE PESTEC IF YOU HAVE RODENTS. Their warranty is less than industry standard (only 3 months vs. 1 year). They are overpriced and ineffective. You can do better.
A technician came out to visit our house. He tried to upsell me on hiring a gardener (his brother) for the neighboring house because there was overgrowth, and told me that unless that was fixed, he couldn't solve the problem. He set traps for rats (we didn't find any) and mice (we didn't catch any). We did better baiting and setting our own traps. The consultation was billed as an initial visit (whereas other gave
A technician came out to visit our house. He tried to upsell me on hiring a gardener (his brother) for the neighboring house because there was overgrowth, and told me that unless that was fixed, he couldn't solve the problem. He set traps for rats (we didn't find any) and mice (we didn't catch any). We did better baiting and setting our own traps. The consultation was billed as an initial visit (whereas other gave
Elaine T.
Sep 22, 2018
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Pestec treated my apartment for bedbugs a week ago and I haven't seen a live insect since then. Pestec's employees are environmentally conscious and use pesticides sparingly. They idenfitied the source of the infestation, treated the infested area with cedar oil, used a small dose of pesticide, and recommended taking practical steps like encasing my mattress. The only thing they could have done better is to tell me that it requires two people to encase a mattress.
Kimberly
Sep 20, 2018
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I can't recommend Pestec highly enough. We had a biting insect problem. We were getting bitten daily by something we couldn't see - stressful and frustrating. Pestec and a number of other companies I enquired with thought the cause could be rat mites. Pestec sent their rat and insect specialists and after finding rat evidence and leaving insect monitors were able to confirm that rat mites were the source of the bites. Whilst another company would have been happy to sign us up to a year's contract of chemical spraying Pestec were adamant that we needed to remove the source of the
Elena S.
Jul 12, 2018
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We've had two horrible pest experiences. The first time, we called Orkin, and they basically did nothing, plus the service was expensive and totally impersonal. The second time we called Pestec, and they were amazing. We had a perplexing situation that took a couple of visits to figure out and by the third time the CEO Luis showed up and was determined to find the problem. He ultimately visited us three times and the team (Valentine was also great) worked very hard -- including moving a 25 foot ladder around the entire perimeter of the roof to find and close all holes and busting out a wall
Terri K.
May 05, 2018
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I called Pestec for a gopher problem in my front lawn that was getting out of control quickly! I called and spoke with Mikail who gave me answers to all my questions. I made an appointment and got a follow up email confirmation immediately. A very nice and knowledgeable guy named Ricky showed up exactly on time and set seven traps. An appointment was made (during my initial call) for the follow up appointment and he again showed up exactly at 8am. He had captured two gophers in the front lawn. Both visits he took time to give me all sorts of information about the procedure, results and follow
Patrick R.
Jan 23, 2018
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Pestec seems to have solved our rodent problem. They provided a quote and stood by it. We have a six month guarantee and I expect if we needed them back they would come with no questions asked. I shopped around for rodent abatement companies and Pestec was the most direct about pricing and what their scope of work would include. Thanks!
Helga S.
Jul 20, 2017
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They came and helped getting rid of bed bugs in two rooms at my work - Maitri Compassionate Care.
First two of their staff members come over and inspected few of the rooms and they confirmed our suspicion. Then they came over with their big heaters and fans and heated the two room to a temperature that the bugs would not survive.
All their staff was super professional, punctual and great to work with!
If I ever have bed bug problem again...Pestec is the first company I will contact!
First two of their staff members come over and inspected few of the rooms and they confirmed our suspicion. Then they came over with their big heaters and fans and heated the two room to a temperature that the bugs would not survive.
All their staff was super professional, punctual and great to work with!
If I ever have bed bug problem again...Pestec is the first company I will contact!
Ashley D.
Mar 09, 2017
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I was getting bitten pretty much every night and suspected that it was bed bugs. After a few sleepless nights, I called out one company to do a hand/manual inspection, and they said it was just carpet beetles. I wanted a second opinion so after a few more sleepless nights, I called Pestec to do a canine inspection. From Day 1, the customer service was ON POINT. After that, each visit and interaction from Pestec was professional and courteous. Best of all, here we are 3 months later with no bed bugs!
MIkail was amazing to correspond with for everything including setting up appointments, pricing
MIkail was amazing to correspond with for everything including setting up appointments, pricing
Philip L.
Dec 16, 2016
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Here's a quick follow up. I did a lot of reading regarding mites and other biting insects that may have the same symptoms I was experiencing. I did a simple thing - I stopped opening the window in my bedroom and I stopped getting bitten at night. I haven't had the problem since. Whatever was causing the tiny bug bites went away.
Luis tried to help out with the problem and am thankful he dropped by but there was nothing he could do in my case.
Luis tried to help out with the problem and am thankful he dropped by but there was nothing he could do in my case.
J. S.
Oct 27, 2016
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I just wanted to warn everyone before hiring this company. The technician who came over clearly was not knowledgable in pest control. Nothing was suggested except baits and on top of that $600+ was quoted to ONLY place the baits and take the pests out, should they get trapped.
I thought they were poorly equipped with knowledge as to how to deal with various issues and only wanted to charge us. I am glad I did not go with this company. I can place baits on my own, but I called the professionals for an inspection and they did not deliver. Since then, I found another company that was leaps and bounds
I thought they were poorly equipped with knowledge as to how to deal with various issues and only wanted to charge us. I am glad I did not go with this company. I can place baits on my own, but I called the professionals for an inspection and they did not deliver. Since then, I found another company that was leaps and bounds
Jesper L.
Sep 22, 2016
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I can't thank Colin enough for his incredible support. We brought samples down to see if they could identify the bugs we had under a microscope. So many of the pest control companies will tell you what you want to hear just get your money. Colin was up front and wouldn't take a dime for the research and consultation.
Jim C.
Sep 09, 2016
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So far Pestec has done a good job of getting rid of the outdoor rats that developed after PG&E did some gas line work near our house. Rickie has been prompt and courteous whenever I've had to talk with him. He put out 4 baited (non-poisonous) snap-trap bait stations in our backyard. Within a week two rats were eliminated. He comes by twice a month to dispose of the dead rats and to re-bait. The service is not cheap ($190/month) but it definitely seems to be working. Hopefully a month of service will be all that's needed.
Melody A.
Aug 29, 2016
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I just wanted to say thank you to your hardworking crew for always being so on top of it at our property. I've only had nothing but positive experiences with Pestec. In an industry that gets inundated with complaints, I hope this sheds some light on the great staff that you have working for you (which I'm sure you are already aware of).
Patrick is so informative and is always to be counted on. He's even managed to squeeze us in several times in his busy schedule. He's great with our residents and is able to get information about pest management across to multiple languages
Patrick is so informative and is always to be counted on. He's even managed to squeeze us in several times in his busy schedule. He's great with our residents and is able to get information about pest management across to multiple languages
Ilya Y.
Jan 23, 2016
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Art S.
Jan 30, 2014
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I had a bedbug problem in a single studio apartment, and treatment was mostly confined to a room about 10 by 11 feet square. It is $300 to have an initial inspection, with trained dogs that took about 40 minutes.. They inspected the unit with the problem and 2 units of equal size that shared walls and ceilings with the problem unit. No bugs were found in the adjacent units.
It was $2,200 additional for the treatment regimen prescribed, which involved encasing one mattress, putting plastic dishes around the feet of the bed to keep bugs from climbing, steam cleaning room and vacuuming, and setting
It was $2,200 additional for the treatment regimen prescribed, which involved encasing one mattress, putting plastic dishes around the feet of the bed to keep bugs from climbing, steam cleaning room and vacuuming, and setting
E. C.
Nov 18, 2013
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I was blown away by Pestec's expertise and general awesomeness. It's an upsetting ordeal to have to deal with, but thanks to their advice I was able to identify and remove the bugs before it became a big problem. All gone! Gabriel really knows her stuff and the women at the office are very helpful and kind.
I only write reviews when I feel really compelled to do so.
These people are great.
I only write reviews when I feel really compelled to do so.
These people are great.
Kevin W.
Jan 06, 2013
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I recently discovered some small bugs in a kitchen drawer. After reading several very positive comments about Pestec on Yelp, I called the company. The very friendly staff person who answered the phone offered to have one of their technicians try to identify the type of pest. She said they would do this for free if I could bring in a sample .
I put a sample bug in a ziplock bag and brought it to their office.
Two of the Pestec technicians immediately identify the pest as a harmless type and gave simple specific easy suggestions on the best way to eradicate.
I followed their advice and the
I put a sample bug in a ziplock bag and brought it to their office.
Two of the Pestec technicians immediately identify the pest as a harmless type and gave simple specific easy suggestions on the best way to eradicate.
I followed their advice and the
