Common problems
- Ants in the kitchen
- Bed bug bites or spots on sheets
- Droppings or scratching in walls
Services
- Mice and rat control
- Bed bug treatment
- Termite inspections
If it's urgent: Don't disturb a nest yourself, especially if someone in the house reacts badly to stings.
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The local picture in Novato
SMART trains stop at three Novato stations. San Marin and Indian Valley were built mostly in the 1960s and 1970s.
Stafford Lake, west of town, is one of the city's water sources. Gaps where utility lines enter the house are easy entry points for rodents. Novato is the northernmost city in Marin County.
Subterranean termites are common in Northern California, and spring swarms are often the first sign. Bel Marin Keys has homes along lagoons with boat docks.
When it's time for a pro
Sound familiar?
- Droppings or scratching in walls
- Ants in the kitchen
- Bed bug bites or spots on sheets
What happens after you call
- Phone in, or fill out the short form and describe what's wrong.
- We hand the job to an independent pest control company active in Novato.
- You hear from the pro directly about when they can come.
Local rules to know
In California, licenses for structural pest control come from the Structural Pest Control Board. In apartments, pests often move between units, so let your landlord or building manager know when you schedule a treatment.
North Marin Water District supplies water from Stafford Lake and from Sonoma Water's Russian River supply. Hamilton Air Force Base closed in 1974 and is now a neighborhood. Wastewater from homes here goes to the Novato Sanitary District, and permits run through the City of Novato Building Division. Old Town Novato is centered on Grant Avenue.
Get ready for the call
Take photos of the pests or the signs you're seeing, like droppings or damage.
Check whether anything is still under a manufacturer or builder warranty.
Quick answers
What are signs of termites?
Mud tubes on foundations, discarded wings and hollow-sounding wood are common signs. Swarms of winged insects near windows in spring are another sign. If you find any of these, call before the damage spreads.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on the pest. Roaches and bed bugs often take more than one visit. Ants and spiders may clear up in one visit, while roaches, rodents and bed bugs usually need follow-ups spaced a few weeks apart.
Any Novato details worth mentioning when I call?
Hillside homes face wildfire risk. Summers are warmer than in southern Marin. Many homes have raised wood foundations. It helps to say roughly when your home was built.
Which parts of Novato can you help with?
Our network reaches Marin Valley, Pacheco Valle, San Marin and Bel Marin Keys and the rest of Novato (94945, 94947, 94949). Tell us about a gate code, a tight driveway or a dog in the yard so the pro can plan. If nobody's available, we'll tell you.
How do I prevent mice?
Seal gaps around pipes and doors, store food in sealed containers and keep clutter down. Mice can squeeze through a gap about the width of a pencil, so small holes around pipes and vents matter.
Clear a path to the problem area so the visit goes faster.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Novato, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94945, 94947, 94949
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