For over 95 years, Dewey Pest & Termite Control has been the trusted, family-owned shield protecting homes and businesses across San Francisco. We understand that pests are more than a nuisance; they are an invasion of your peace of mind and a threat to your property's health and safety.Our story began in 1929 with a simple commitment: to provide effective, reliable, and humane pest solutions. That commitment has grown into a legacy of trust, passed down through generations. Today, our team of licensed and highly trained exterminators uses state-of-the-art technology and proven methods, not just to eliminate your current problem, but to prevent future ones.We believe in doing the job right t...
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Residential Pest Control
<p>Your home should be your sanctuary, not a haven for pests. Our comprehensive residential pest control services in San Francisco are designed to protect your entire property, inside and out. We tackle common invaders like ants, cockroaches, spiders, and rodents, as well as more stubborn pests like bed bugs and fleas.</p><p>Our process begins with a thorough, no-obligation inspection. Our certified technicians will meticulously examine your home, identifying entry points, nest...
<p>Your home should be your sanctuary, not a haven for pests. Our comprehensive residential pest control services in San Francisco are designed to protect your entire property, inside and out. We tackle common invaders like ants, cockroaches, spiders, and rodents, as well as more stubborn pests like bed bugs and fleas.</p><p>Our process begins with a thorough, no-obligation inspection. Our certified technicians will meticulously examine your home, identifying entry points, nesting areas, and the specific species causing trouble. We then develop a customized treatment plan that addresses your unique situation. We utilize a combination of targeted interior treatments and strategic exterior barrier applications, employing products that are effective yet formulated with safety for your family and pets in mind.</p><p>For homeowners in San Francisco, we offer ongoing maintenance plans to provide continuous protection. These plans include regular scheduled visits to monitor activity, reapply barriers, and prevent new infestations before they start. With Dewey, you're not just getting a one-time spray; you're investing in long-term peace of mind. Our family-owned business stands behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee, because we believe in protecting your home as if it were our own.</p>
Termite Control & Extermination
<p>Termites are silent destroyers, capable of causing thousands of dollars in structural damage before you even notice they're there. In San Francisco, where wooden structures are common, proactive termite control is not a luxury—it's a necessity. Dewey Pest & Termite Control offers complete termite management, from inspection and treatment to repair recommendations.</p><p>Our termite specialists are trained to spot the subtle signs of an infestation: mud tubes, d...
<p>Termites are silent destroyers, capable of causing thousands of dollars in structural damage before you even notice they're there. In San Francisco, where wooden structures are common, proactive termite control is not a luxury—it's a necessity. Dewey Pest & Termite Control offers complete termite management, from inspection and treatment to repair recommendations.</p><p>Our termite specialists are trained to spot the subtle signs of an infestation: mud tubes, discarded wings, hollow-sounding wood, and frass (termite droppings). We use advanced detection tools to assess the full scope of the problem. For treatment, we provide multiple solutions tailored to the infestation type and your property's needs. This includes whole-structure fumigation (tenting) for widespread drywood termite colonies, localized spot treatments, and innovative baiting systems that eliminate colonies at the source.</p><p>We also offer preventative soil treatments for new constructions or as a long-term barrier for existing homes. Choosing Dewey for termite control means partnering with a company that has nearly a century of experience defending California homes. We provide detailed reports, clear explanations of our methods, and work with integrity to safeguard your most valuable investment from these wood-destroying pests.</p>
Commercial Pest Control
<p>Pests in a business environment pose a serious threat to your reputation, employee health, and regulatory compliance. Whether you run a restaurant in Pacific Beach, a warehouse in Kearny Mesa, or a school in Clairemont, Dewey provides customized commercial pest control services for businesses across San Francisco.</p><p>We understand the unique challenges of each industry. For food service, we focus on integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that prioritize sanitation an...
<p>Pests in a business environment pose a serious threat to your reputation, employee health, and regulatory compliance. Whether you run a restaurant in Pacific Beach, a warehouse in Kearny Mesa, or a school in Clairemont, Dewey provides customized commercial pest control services for businesses across San Francisco.</p><p>We understand the unique challenges of each industry. For food service, we focus on integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that prioritize sanitation and exclusion, minimizing chemical use near food preparation areas. For offices and schools, we schedule services during off-hours to avoid disruption. Our technicians are trained to work discreetly and professionally, adhering to all health and safety codes.</p><p>Our commercial program includes an initial risk assessment, implementation of a preventative treatment plan, and detailed documentation for your records—a critical component for health inspections. We move beyond reactive spraying to create a sustainable, pest-resistant environment. This involves sealing entry points, advising on landscaping and waste management, and conducting regular monitoring. With Dewey as your pest management partner, you can assure your customers, employees, and auditors that you are proactive about maintaining a clean, safe, and pest-free facility.</p>
Bed Bug Extermination
<p>Bed bugs are a stressful and persistent problem that requires expert, thorough intervention. If you're facing an infestation in your San Francisco home or multi-unit property, Dewey's bed bug extermination service uses proven, multi-faceted methods to ensure complete eradication.</p><p>We start with a meticulous inspection using specialized tools to detect bed bugs in all life stages, even in the smallest cracks and crevices. Our treatment approach often combines m...
<p>Bed bugs are a stressful and persistent problem that requires expert, thorough intervention. If you're facing an infestation in your San Francisco home or multi-unit property, Dewey's bed bug extermination service uses proven, multi-faceted methods to ensure complete eradication.</p><p>We start with a meticulous inspection using specialized tools to detect bed bugs in all life stages, even in the smallest cracks and crevices. Our treatment approach often combines methods for maximum effectiveness. We utilize targeted chemical applications to key harborages, complemented by professional-grade heat treatments where appropriate. Heat treatment raises the temperature in a room or entire unit to a level lethal to bed bugs and their eggs, penetrating areas chemicals cannot reach.</p><p>Our technicians will provide you with a detailed preparation checklist to ensure treatment success and follow-up visits to verify results. We understand the sensitivity of a bed bug situation and handle every case with discretion and empathy. For landlords and property managers in San Francisco, we offer comprehensive protocols for multi-unit buildings to prevent spread. Trust Dewey's experienced team to eliminate bed bugs and help you reclaim your peace of mind and a good night's sleep.</p>
“Great experience with Dewey. I have had my home treated for over a year now & have not seen any ants/spiders in my home anymore since starting this service. The technician-Rod is also very professional & courteous when he goes over to treat my home. Satisfied customer!”
— Josie D
“Cody is an outstanding pest control technician! He services some of our restaurants and always goes above and beyond to keep everything in top shape. He's professional, reliable, and super easy to work with. We really appreciate his attention to detail and how thorough he is every visit. Highly recommend Cody — he's awesome!”
— Sam Wiseman
“We've been with Dewey for some years now and just want to give a shout out to Art who services our local 92111 area. Dude has always done a good job and definitely goes above and beyond the norm. Thank you Guys!”
— ufcandrew
“Sadly after a great first experience, I need to update my review after the second visit and concomitant interactions with the office.
After completely failing to show up for the second scheduled appointment on a Tuesday (which I had to reach out about), they offered to reschedule to that Saturday — the reason I’d scheduled it for that week was because I was hosting a group in our back yard on Sunday — and so of course I accepted.
Saturday came and the tech (different than the first) showed up. He spent less than 10 minutes on site, and despite the main task being de-webbing, there were plenty of webs left around the property, including on the chairs I had explicitly mentioned as needing to be cleaned in the back yard.
I tried to call the office but as it was the weekend, I got a voicemail. Since I was hosting on Sunday, I ended up spending the time to clean all of that up myself.
After finally getting in contact with and telling my story to a first person, I was told they would need to have a manager call me. Instead of the manager calling me a couple days later, the tech that showed up contacted me — I once again explained how and why the service was unsatisfactory and was once again told that I’d have to speak to a manager…which was my understanding as to the next step before that anyway…
After playing phone tag with the manager for a good two weeks, I finally had a conversation with him. He reiterated their offer to come and re-do the service (I reiterated that I had already done it!). I was simply asking for an out from the contract (because I lost faith in their ability to execute their side of it) and a refund for the recent service (which still meant eating their large upfront fee…). He relented on exiting the contract and said he’d have to run the refund up the flag pole, but would get back to me in a couple days.
Now four weeks later and many calls put in, I have yet to hear back. I was charged *another monthly fee* in the interim. I tried calling the office one last time and said I had been waiting for three weeks for a return call — I would be much happier to do this directly but am happy to go through my bank to get this fixed, please give me a ring back that week or I’d begrudgingly explore alternatives to get refunded.
So here I am after never having received that call back, after having spent *way* too much time on a task that I’d attempted to hire out precisely to save myself time. Unfortunate turn of events after a very positive first visit, but clearly the work is dependent on the tech and corporate doesn’t really care to follow through on their word.
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— Spencer Mains
“Vince is always on time, gives us a heads up when he’s on his way so I can know to bring my dog inside, is very thorough and asks if I need anything special each time he’s there. This week I needed an extra area sprayed for spiders, …”
— Kimberly Booth
“I have had Dewey complete a monthly routine service for over a year and am very pleased with the results. My usual service person was out for a time and the service was ok but not up to the standards of Ryan. Now that he is back the performance is back to top notch. Thank you, Ryan!
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Ant extermination, Bug & insect extermination, Home inspection, General pest inspection, Rodent extermination, Termite inspection, Termite extermination”
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For over 95 years, Dewey Pest & Termite Control has been the trusted, family-owned shield protecting homes and businesses across San Francisco. We understand that pests are more than a nuisance; they are an invasion of your peace of mind and a threat to your property's health and safety.Our story began in 1929 with a simple commitment: to provide effective, reliable, and humane pest solutions. That commitment has grown into a legacy of trust, passed down through generations. Today, our team of licensed and highly trained exterminators uses state-of-the-art technology and proven methods, not just to eliminate your current problem, but to prevent future ones.We believe in doing the job right the first time. That means detailed inspections to find the root cause, tailored treatment plans that are safe for your family and pets, and a dedication to customer service that has you speaking with a real person, 24/7. Whether you're a homeowner in Clairemont, a restaurant owner in Pacific Beach, or managing a school in Mission Valley, you can count on the Dewey team to restore your calm.Choosing Dewey means choosing a local partner invested in your community's well-being. We're not a national franchise; we're your neighbors, dedicated to keeping San Francisco pest-free, one property at a time.