Unwanted pests are a fact of life, and while the human variety are sometimes hard to get rid of, the non-human variety are much easier to deal with thanks to Westside Pest Control, Richmond’s premier pest control company.

In many ways, Richmond is quite unique in the Greater Vancouver area as it is essentially an island protected from the surrounding waters by a diking system that has enabled the community to not only survive, but thrive, thanks to some of the most fertile land in the Lower Mainland.

For many decades, agriculture has been the backbone of the Richmond economy, and the food grown there has fed the people of metro Vancouver, Burnaby, and North Vancouver well. In more recent years, a lot of that agricultural spirit has given way to commercial and retail ventures, and Richmond is now known as much for its commerce as it is for food production.

The people of Richmond are justifiably proud of their ethnic diversity (they are one of the most ethnically mixed cities in the metro Vancouver area), their enterprising ways, and their ability to keep the waters at bay so the community can continue to grow and prosper.

There are many ways that Richmond can be considered unique, but there is definitely one area in which the community is no different from its many neighbours, and that is in the variety and number of animals pests that make their home on the island at the mouth of the Fraser River.

Rivers, crops fields, commercial enterprises and houses create terrific stomping grounds for pests of all kinds – from larger critters like raccoons to insects like ants – and everything in between.

The desire of Richmond residents to rid themselves of these animal pests, or at least to minimize their presence, has kept Westside Pest Control working hard since 2009. The company specializes in all kinds of pest control, and Richmond folk rely on Westside to keep their homes and businesses free of unwanted pests because they’re one of the best in the industry.

Westside Pest Control provides quality pest removal services in a variety of areas, including:

Bird Control

Pigeons, seagulls and sparrows, in particular, can cause a bloody awful mess on your property. Think bird poop everywhere, but usually right where you want to enjoy your sundeck, or right above the door. Seagulls in particular are prevalent all around Richmond, and they can cause a serious mess. Needless to say, it’s important to have them gone as soon as possible, and as Richmond’s number one bird control experts, we can help. We use a variety of methods, with the emphasis being on exclusion so the birds can’t roost or nest near your building.

Rodent Control

Being surrounded by river means Richmond has more than its fair share of rodents, especially Norway rats, roof rats and mice. Nobody wants any of these critters in their home or business, which is why residents call the Richmond rat control experts so quickly when these guys move in. Westside Pest Control will be there to get rid of your rodent problem promptly and effectively because we have the right products, and because we know the best techniques for getting rid of these pests.

Raccoon Removal

Yes, we have to admit they look cute as all get out, but as a homeowner, dealing with raccoons on your own is a potentially dangerous situation. Let the raccoon control experts at Westside Pest Control take care of the problem quickly and safely. The damage raccoons can do not only to your home, but also your yard, is truly amazing, so give these creatures the respect they deserve and get our professionals out to take care of your raccoon problem.

Ant Control

Especially carpenter ants, odorous ants and sidewalk ants. These critters are difficult to eradicate unless you know what you’re doing so a good pest control expert is your best option for dealing with the various ant species that are native to the Richmond area. This is especially true if those are carpenter ants chewing their way through your woodwork. It’s not easy to get rid of ants because you’re usually dealing with tens of thousands of individuals living in multiple nests. Knowledge plus commercial-grade products are the solution, and Westside Pest Control has both for Richmond residents.

Termite Control

These are the most destructive of the insects we handle, and anyone who owns a wood-framed building shudders in horror at the mention of termites. If your home has termites we’re pretty certain you want them gone as soon as possible. Westside Pest Control is the best and fastest solution for these extremely destructive pests.

Wasp and Hornet Control

Not all pests crawl on the ground. Yellow jacket wasps and bald-faced hornets can both be a real pain… especially if they start stinging. They’re not welcome at any picnic or backyard barbecue, but they’re not always easy to get rid of. Our experts will show you why Westside Pest Control is considered the best pest control company in Richmond and the metro Vancouver area.

Oh, and if you have a nest of bees that you want removed, give us a call and we’ll recommend some expert beekeepers who can do the job and save the bees, because bees may well be our best insect friends.

Skunk Removal

You don’t want to be tackling skunks on your own for obvious reasons, so let a professional skunk control expert take care of the problem humanely and quickly. Oh, and if you do happen to get sprayed, visit our web page about skunks for the antidote.

Squirrel Removal

Squirrels may be cute, but they can be very destructive to property. Our main aim with squirrels is to get them out of your house and then make sure they can’t get back in. We use humane one-way access doors to ensure the squirrels can vacate, but not re-enter. Squirrel control is mostly about closing up the access points, so we’ll do a complete inspection of your home and plug those holes for you.

Pest Clean Ups

It’s an unfortunate truism that most animal pests aren’t detected until they’ve caused quite a lot of damage, or until they’ve created quite the mess. Often, the main reason you know you have a problem in the first place is because of the mess they’ve made while making themselves at home. Clean up is almost always an issue, but don’t worry because Westside Pest control is more than happy to do the dirty work for you.

Pest Entry Point Exclusion

There’s not much point in getting rid of the pests if you’re just going to let them back in. Part of every pest control job we do is ensuring potential entry points are blocked so you don’t have to worry that they’ll be back.

These pest control services are provided for single-family houses, town-homes, condos, apartments, storefronts, warehouses and manufacturing facilities. The reality is that any place the pests get into we’re right behind them, because the people of Richmond expect it of the area’s best pest control company.

Being the best means our pest control methods must be the most effective possible for each situation, and they are, but we also seek to perform our job as humanely as possible. We also try to be as environmentally sensitive as possible. Thus, all of our technicians are certified and completely trained in the proper techniques and proper use of all products in our trucks. We should also point out that our technicians are also licensed to use those products… an important consideration when choosing a pest control company. Whenever possible, our technicians use eco-friendly, Earth-friendly products.

To be the best it’s not enough to use the best products or techniques. It’s also important to provide exceptional service, and that’s why our team is highly professional in its engagement with customers, and why our level of customer service can’t be beat. As members of the Canadian Pest Management Association and Pest Management Association of B.C., we make sure we follow their codes of ethics at all times. It’s just one more way to assure our clients that they’re dealing with professionals.

What all of this means is that when it comes to finding the best pest control company in Richmond your search is over, because Westside Pest Control is your best bet when it comes to safety, efficiency and results.

Pest control is no laughing matter to owner Mike Londry: he doesn’t fool around, and neither does the rest of his team. That’s because we know how destructive and annoying such pests can be, and homeowners and business people alike trust Westside Pest Control because we know what we’re doing, but also because we take pride in our work.

Homes in Richmond are expensive, and we know you don’t want Mother Nature’s little friends destroying that expensive real estate. It’s because we care about our customers that we’re considered the top pest control company in the Richmond area. We want to protect your home from unwanted visitors of the animal variety, and we’re going to do so as quickly and efficiently as is possible.

If you find yourself facing a pest control problem in Richmond, give Westside Pest Control a call and get the experts to do battle for you! Save yourself time, money and, perhaps most importantly, aggravation by making us your first call. After all, if you need help, it just makes sense to start with the best pest control company in Greater Vancouver all the way to New Westminster. One call gets us started on removing those unwanted critters from your home or business right away.