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Pest Control in San Jose, CA

Compare 9 local pest control pros. Typical service: $176–$410.

Top Pest Control Companies in San Jose

  1. 1.Banner Pest Services

    4.9★ (2,691 reviews)

    4.9★ from 2691 reviews

    +16503003178Website

  2. 2.Orkin

    4.7★ (1,544 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1544 reviews

    +16692337001Website

  3. 3.Pro Active Pest Control

    4.9★ (799 reviews)

    4.9★ from 799 reviews

    +14086896239Website

  4. 4.Brooks Pest Control

    4.7★ (1,042 reviews)

    4.7★ from 1042 reviews

    +16265158439Website

  5. 5.Clark Pest Control

    4.7★ (534 reviews)

    4.7★ from 534 reviews

    +14083378660Website

  6. 6.Citra Pest Control

    4.8★ (369 reviews)

    4.8★ from 369 reviews

    +14086425390Website

  7. 7.HomeShield Pest Control

    4.7★ (66 reviews)

    4.7★ from 66 reviews

    +14083421124

  8. 8.Presto Pest Control, Inc.

    4.9★ (40 reviews)

    4.9★ from 40 reviews

    +14089668600Website

  9. 9.Responsible Pest Services

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +17076837245

Pest Control Cost in San Jose

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in San Jose
General pest treatment$176–$410/visit
Quarterly plan$117–$234/quarter
Termite treatment$938–$2,930/job
Rodent exclusion$352–$938/job
Mosquito control$88–$176/visit

Pest Control prices in San Jose run about 17% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving San Jose, rated 4.8★ on average across 7,087 customer reviews.

San Jose Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Jose's weather means for scheduling pest control.

Last spring frost
January 13
First fall frost
December 18
Annual precipitation
15.82"
Heating degree days
2,257
Cooling degree days
636
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42°58.1°3.07"
Feb44.7°61.9°3.11"
Mar46.6°65.7°2.54"
Apr48.6°69.3°1.18"
May52.4°74.3°0.51"
Jun56°79.1°0.1"
Jul58.1°81.9°0.02"
Aug58.3°81.9°0.02"
Sep56.8°80.1°0.18"
Oct52.5°74°0.8"
Nov46°64.3°1.68"
Dec41.9°58°2.61"

NOAA station data 6.13 miles from San Jose.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • Structural pest control is licensed by the California Structural Pest Control Board, not the contractors board
  • The board issues separate Operator, Field Representative and Applicator licenses, and an Applicator may not contract for work on their own behalf
  • Licenses are issued by branch, covering fumigation, general pest, or wood-destroying organisms

License required: California Structural Pest Control Board Operator license

Sources: www.pestboard.ca.gov

Pest Control FAQs for San Jose

How much does pest control cost in San Jose?

A general pest treatment in San Jose typically runs $176-$410 per visit.

Do pest control companies in San Jose, CA need a license?

In CA, Structural pest control is licensed by the California Structural Pest Control Board, not the contractors board. Ask any San Jose company for its license number before it treats.

How many pest control companies serve San Jose?

We track 9 pest control professionals serving San Jose.

When is pest season in San Jose?

Activity climbs with heat, and San Jose averages 636 cooling degree days a year with summer highs near 82F, which keeps most insects active well past a short season.

Does San Jose rainfall affect pest pressure?

At 15.82 inches a year, San Jose moisture drives the ant, mosquito and termite pressure that follows a wet spell.

Is pest control in San Jose more expensive than the national average?

Pest control in San Jose runs about +17.2% versus the national average.

Do pests stop over winter in San Jose?

Winter lows around 42F in San Jose slow activity without ending it, which is why year-round plans are common here.

When should I treat for pests in San Jose?

Most San Jose treatments start after the last frost near January 13, when overwintering insects become active again.