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Green, Scientific, Effective

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Green solutions for over 30 years, locally owned and operated. Founded by UC grads Rick Ellis and Dave Fox combining degrees in Chemistry and Entomology fo offer a level of service found nowhere else. Compare our reviews!
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Carlsbad/Oceanside: (760) 720-7600

La Jolla: (858) 454-4995

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Founded in 1988, R&D Pest Services, Inc. delivers effective, least-toxic alternative solutions for our clients pest problems in homes and businesses. Co-owners Rick Ellis and Dave Fox apply UC degrees in Chemistry and Entomology and years of experience to keep R&D at the forefront in using the latest materials, equipment, and techniques available. Our knowledgeable and friendly technicians are highly trained to eliminate ants from your home or office, gophers from your yard, and address most other insect or rodent concerns. Our ant control program provides a great example of how our approach differs substantially from our competitors. R&D Pest Services is quite possibly the only pest control company that will guaranty the control of indoor ant invasions without using pesticides indoors. Utilizing granule ant baits and slow-acting sprays, we address the ants strictly from the outside. The result is a much more thorough control of the ants at the source the nests and a reduced chance of exposure to people and pets. And its very user-friendly, since there is no need to empty cupboards or closets, and no need to evacuate the home for several hours. Rick and the entire R&D Pest Services staff are also active in the community. For many years, we have provided St. Clares Home, the North County Serenity House, and several other non-profit organizations with professional pest control services free of charge, saving these groups thousands of dollars annually. **6 Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Pest Control Service:** 1.Can they eliminate ants without indoor insecticides so you won't need to leave or empty cabinets? 2.Is the treatment virtually odor free? 3.Do they use a targeted spraying approach or do they just blast with a power sprayer? 4.Are they qualified to perform fumigation? (Single most effective way to control GOPHERS) 5.Do they have degrees in Entomology and Chemistry? 6.Do they have a Money Back Guarantee? **R&D Pest Services answers YES to all these questions.**
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Location
Serving North County San Diego, San Bernardino, Riverside and Los Angeles counties
Amenities
Green pest control programs for over 30 years.
Accreditation

NPMA, PCOC

Associations
National Pest Management Assoc, Pest Control Operators of Calif,
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mrskimrobertson

09/24/2012

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The best! R & D Pest Services ...

The best! R & D Pest Services will take care of your pest issues. I've been using the same company for months and I am officially pest free! They are great at answering your questions and are considerate of your family with their low volume method (I have 2 kids and a dog). Better than the bigger companies!

jackoside

10/05/2011

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We have been using R & D Pest ...

We have been using R & D Pest Services for over 4 years and are very satisfied with their work. They always call before they come; they check with us to see if there are any problems. They spray inside as well as outside if you request. They are courteous and careful of your belongings and property. Most important, ants and other pests are minimal since we started their service. And when we do see pests, they are eliminated quickly. We also appreciate the newsletter R & D provides. It is informative and helpful.

fairyprincess

09/26/2011

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They were professional, courte...

They were professional, courteous, on time, nice to my dogs, nice to myself and my husband. They explained things well, did the job and charged a reasonable price. I have no more ants! They were everywhere! We just moved here and really appreciate such good service.



thank you R and D

mofojones

09/23/2011

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I had an ant problem. R&D to...

I had an ant problem. R&D took care of it; simple as that. Initially, ants were just outside and I didn't think much of it; occasionally sprayed some stuff from Lowe's around the perimeter of my house. They gradually started to make it into the house, first a few scouts in the living room, then trail in the kitchen and bedrooms upstairs.



Called up R&D, Dave & Marco sprayed the outside only with Termidor and said this would take care of the indoor problem too (I really didn't want anything sprayed in the house). They said if in 7 days, you see 2 ants, that's too much. They were right.



Problem solved, no more headaches. Very professional, responsive, and effective.

bjlady

08/31/2011

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We have used R& D Pest for man...

We have used R& D Pest for many years and have been extremely happy with their services. They are always on schedule to keep the pests away. They use the pest chemicals that do the job but leave no odor.

I have recommended them to my friends and my condo association.

The condo association has been so happy with them. They give the best service.

I hightly recommend this company to every one.

Thanks

BJ

rachaelh

07/25/2011

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Great service. Very profession...

Great service. Very professional and reliable.

kvanhowe

07/22/2011

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We chased the ants around the ...

We chased the ants around the inside of our house for the past two summers. When they arrived in our pantry again this year, my wife said, “Not again, make the call”. I called R&D pest control because I saw some of my neighbors in Scripps Ranch had used them. I wanted a company that would do a one time service, which R&D offers. When I found out they also offer regular service WITHOUT a one year service contract like the other guys, I said, “Sign me up!” They came out and sprayed for ants and silverfish and two days later there were no more ants in the house and no more ant trails outside. One month later and still no ants, what a difference from the last couple of years! Now I have a “happy wife and a happy life” thanks to R&D pest control.

bethcb

07/15/2011

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I have used R&D for 13 years a...

I have used R&D for 13 years and they have not missed a scheduled time and have always gotten rid of ants, spiders, etc. Great service. They come out immediately for gophers, etc. Recommend them highly.

gearsgirl

06/27/2011

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The response I received from R...

The response I received from R&D was stellar! When ants were swarming over my kitchen counters and even in my laundry, Dave came out within a few hours and treated the outside of my home. He even turned my patio furniture over to check for spiders and wiped away every web! The treatment I received was courteous and professional and within a few hours the ants and spiders were GONE! A few weeks later some trees were removed nearby and seemed to create a disturbance causing ants to return. Once again Dave responded promptly and took care of them at no charge.



Thank you, thank you, thank you!

jannalm

06/22/2011

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R&D Pest Services does a great...

R&D Pest Services does a great job and is knowledgeable about controlling a variety of pests.



I first used R&D when I lived in Carmel Mountain Ranch and had a terrible ant problem. They took care of the problem immediately and their methods are sensitive to the environment, pets and children.



When I moved, I contacted R&D and they gave me a free consultation and many helpful tips to avoid pest problems. I continue their service because they are affordable and it is worth the peace of mind knowing they will be there to solve any pest issues.

dancer12ad

06/22/2011

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I am so happy with the service...

I am so happy with the service my husband and I have received rom R&D Pest Services since we have moved to San Diego in 2009. Jay has helped to educate us with the different kinds of pest in the Southern California area while keeping them away from our home. Jay helped with a wasp problem we had on our property. He was responsive and courteous! We would highly recommend R&D Pest Services to everyone.

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Katie S.

06/19/2011

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R & D is both efficient and pe...

R & D is both efficient and personable. Dave always checks in with us on his visit to find out if there are problem areas. He writes a summary on our invoice to let us know what he found. R & D eliminated our terrible ant problem in Scripps Ranch. When we moved to 4S Ranch we brought R & D with us to ensure a pest free life. They are awesome!

jamie_f

06/18/2011

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R&D is awesome! I really appr...

R&D is awesome! I really appreciate their summary after every service call regarding what is going on with the house. My guy is Dave and he is very personable. They ALWAYS call the day before to reminder they are coming; and, they always ring the doorbell to see if you are there. Dave always takes the time to check in to see how things are and if they need to pay extra attention to anything we observe...he also always asks about our family which is an extra nice touch. Thank Dave and R & D. Jamie F.

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Linda M.

06/18/2011

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R&D Pest Services is fantastic...

R&D Pest Services is fantastic! We've had the service for a little over a year now, and we have had nothing but a positive experience! Dave comes to our house every other month and does a great job! We had a huge ant problem before using R&D. We tried to fix the problem ourselves with poison that we bought from Home Depot or Lowe's. After a year of being an R&D customer we now know we can't fix the problem ourself. A professional is needed in order to get rid of the pests completely. Now we have no ants and even no more spiders! We also had a rat problem around our house and in our attic. Dave was able to set traps and tell us what we needed to do to keep them away.



Dave is very reliable and very knowlegdeable. If we call about a bee or ant problem, he comes within 24 hours and fixes the problem. R&D is so professional in the way they handle the customer's situations and concerns about pests. We recommend R&D to all our family and friends, and we will definitely continue to use R&D Pest Services.

mitchok

06/13/2011

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I purchased a house, and my wi...

I purchased a house, and my wife found that we had an ant problem. We checked this site, and decided to give R&D a chance to see if they were as good as anyone else said they were. Dave came over, and got his job done. Since then, we have not seen any ants not only inside our house but in our patio neither.



My HOA uses different company to take care of our rat issue, but Dave showed me that the rat trap set outside of my house was old, which seemed like being left untouched for years. I did not hesitate to ask him to set up their trap, which would be checked bimonthly by R&D with very reasonable fees.



I am confident that R&D will take care of our house pest free for years to come. I highly recommend R&D to you all.

jerryyo

06/09/2011

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We are extremely pleased with ...

We are extremely pleased with R&D. Dave has provided great service, and is always infomative and friendly with each visit. The ant problem has been resolved for years, and we have also had success in eliminating rats along the property. In addition, the material used by the company is safe for pets. We highly recommend R&D!

ljwilliams

05/27/2011

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They are a great company - ver...

They are a great company - very friendly and knowledgable. Customer satisfaction is very important.

itsthepants

05/24/2011

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I have been using R & D for ye...

I have been using R & D for years, and I will continue to use them for many years to come. They have excellent service, very well educated employees who are trained to handle and explain any pest or critter I have ever come across.. It would be silly to use anybody else.

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Phone: (858) 487-4779

Address: San Diego, CA 92127

Website: http://www.rdpest.com