Business Details
47 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Pest Control Experts in Stockton, CA
Founded in 1979 by Al and Carole Smith, Area Wide Exterminators has built a legacy of excellence in pest and termite control across Northern California. Our commitment to customer satisfaction, rooted in integrity and attention to detail, has allowed us to expand while maintaining our local, family-owned ethos. With over 45 years of industry expertise, we specialize in tailored solutions for residential and commercial clients, addressing pests ranging from ants and bed bugs to rodents and termites. Our philosophy centers on trust, treating every property as our own, and fostering a team culture of continuous growth and accountability.We prioritize proactive prevention, advanced treatment technologies, and 24/7 emergency services to ensure homes and businesses remain pest-free. Recognized for our reliability and community focus, we combine decades of experience with personalized service to deliver unmatched results. Our team of licensed professionals undergoes rigorous training to uphold our standards, ensuring every client receives thorough inspections, effective treatments, and lasting protection. From initial consultation to ongoing maintenance, we emphasize transparency, safety, and customer education to build long-term trust and satisfaction.
Services
Pest Control
Termite Control
Rodent Removal
Bed Bug Treatment
Commercial Pest Services
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency pest control services with rapid response times.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with over 45 years of local experience.
- We provide tailored solutions for residential and commercial pest infestations.
- Our methods prioritize safety for families, pets, and the environment.
- We guarantee satisfaction with prevention-focused, long-term pest management plans.
What people say
24/7 availability
Prompt service
Knowledgeable technicians
Effective treatments
Personalized attention
Services
Pest Control
Our pest control services target ants, spiders, cockroaches, and other common pests using EPA-registered products. Technicians conduct thorough inspections to identify infestation sources, apply targeted treatments, and seal entry points. We prioritize safe, effective solutions for homes and businesses, backed by 45+ years of local expertise and a satisfaction guarantee.
Termite Control
Specializing in termite inspections and fumigation, we use advanced technologies to eliminate colonies and prevent structural damage. Our licensed experts assess infestation severity, apply ground treatments or fumigation, and provide ongoing monitoring. Services include free annual inspections and preventative maintenance plans tailored to Northern California's climate.
Rodent Removal
We address rodent infestations through exclusion work, trapping, and sanitation services. Technicians identify entry points, remove pests humanely, and implement preventive measures like sealing gaps. Our maintenance programs include regular inspections to ensure long-term protection against mice, rats, and gophers in residential and commercial properties.
Bed Bug Treatment
Our bed bug services combine heat treatment, pesticides, and vacuuming to eradicate infestations. Technicians perform detailed inspections, treat affected areas, and monitor for recurrence. We offer free follow-up inspections and customized plans for homes and businesses, ensuring safe, effective elimination of bed bugs and prevention of future outbreaks.
Commercial Pest Control
Designed for hotels, warehouses, and food establishments, our commercial pest control includes regular inspections, customized treatment plans, and compliance documentation. Services address industry-specific challenges like bed bugs in hospitality or pantry pests in food facilities. We prioritize minimal disruption and safety, using methods tailored to protect commercial environments and customer reputations.
People
Al Smith
Founder
Co-founded Area Wide Exterminators in 1979 with a focus on termite control. Leveraged prior experience in real estate and construction to build a customer-centric pest control business now serving three Northern California counties.
Carole Smith
Founder
Overcame a fear of insects to become a licensed pest control expert, contributing to the company's growth through sales expertise and commitment to customer service ethics since 1979.
Questions
What pest control services do you offer?
We treat ants, rodents, termites, bed bugs, cockroaches, and over 20 pest types for residential and commercial clients.
Do you provide emergency pest control?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service responds within 2 hours for urgent infestations like stinging insects or rodent damage.
Are your treatments pet-safe?
We use EPA-registered products and prioritize safety, ensuring treatments protect pets while eliminating pests effectively.
How can I prevent pest infestations?
Our technicians provide free prevention tips during service visits, including sealing entry points and managing outdoor habitats.
Do you serve commercial properties?
Yes, we offer tailored solutions for hotels, warehouses, food establishments, and industrial facilities across Northern California.
Reviews (7)
Virginia S.
Sep 18, 2021
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We have both residential and business services with Area-Wide. Each of these accounts are somewhat complicated due to their respective environments and service conditions. The commercial account may only be serviced on weekends (and now with added CDC covid restrictions and located within an oak grove). The residential service is located where all the other bugs and wild life live! David is the most conscientious and thorough technician we have had (in 20 years of doing business with many other service tecs and their businesses.) He does not take short-cuts and does exactly what we ask, and
Janet A.
Jun 01, 2021
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I am highly recommending AREA WIDE EXTERMINATORS who I recently switched to when an issue with Mice reoccurred in my home. These guys stand apart from the rest beginning with late hour real human customer service, set up a new account with a scheduled service call at 11pm on a Sunday night. Unheard of, this was followed with Frank, clearly a seasoned tech, who investigated, efficiently devised a service plan, went over details including the equipment & strategic locations placing them. It was apparent he was an expert in his field & left us knowing we were in good hands. Next was a panicked call
Larry Y.
Sep 10, 2020
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Thank you David for stabilizing our attic door and filling in a hole on the side of the house. You went above and beyond our regular service. Thank you very much! Service was done on 9/3/20.
Alyssa L.
Aug 15, 2020
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David has been working on our house for the past 8 years and he is always reliable, thorough, and does excellent work. He is very friendly and nice. We highly recommend him for any pest control needs!
Sylvia Bachman
Jul 11, 2020
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A telephone and text reminder the day before service. Wes always asks if I need anything special done.
Susan B.
Oct 04, 2019
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They do not disclose that they will be charging your account in advance for their service. They did not come out/schedule several monthly service calls. I had to call them twice to remind them they needed to service my property. When they did come out and thought no one was home, they serviced our home in about 10 minutes. We continued to have bugs inside the home and lots of spiders outside. When we cancelled our service we asked for a refund for the advance charges on our account. After three weeks of no response, no refund, I had to call to get them to process a refund.
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Elizabeth S.
Sep 05, 2019
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Met with Mike at a rental property this morning to look at a potential rodent issue. He was very knowledgeable, patient with all my questions and didn't rush the meeting, making sure I understood all the available options. Would definitely work with him again!
