
Termite and Pest Control in Pacific Palisade
When it comes to beautiful West Coast communities, there are few that are as iconic as the picturesque Pacific Palisades. This community has its origins in the silent film era and has gone from a location that was almost wholly undeveloped to a burgeoning area with idyllic homes. The Pacific Palisades are widely considered to be an area that is mostly residential, and for this reason, many of the homes here are highly in demand.
As a coastal community, extermination services are often needed, especially with the sometimes humid environment and rich, moist soil in the area. For this reason, Treebark, which is an extermination specialist company, provides service to the Pacific Palisades area, but before we get into our service offerings, let’s take a look at the Pacific Palisades in a nutshell.
Pest Control
No one wants to go into their home and find something skittering around that shouldn’t be there. When you are faced with this kind of situation, it can almost be confusing; are there more around in the walls? Where did it come from? But unfortunately, a moist area like the Pacific Palisades has a tendency to draw all types of insect and animal life, and areas that are safe, like a home, are very attractive to any number of pest species.
Here are just a few of the pests that can be encountered in this otherwise idyllic part of the California coast:
• German Cockroach: These have a tendency to be found anywhere where there might be excess food or where there’s a steady water source. These are insidious because they are small, fast, and can breed very quickly. They love to come into homes via boxes, grocery bags, or just via a book bag or purse that’s been left in the wrong place for too long. On top of this, when they are in their juvenile nymph stage, they are very tiny, so they can easily get around unnoticed in the nap of your carpet. If you have a pet and you keep food out all day, this is a sure way to draw these incredibly pesky insects to your home.
• American Cockroach: Like their cousins, the German cockroach, American cockroaches are drawn to moist, humid environments. These insects also will breed in water, and they can even come up into your home via the drain system. They love the areas around pipes and are opportunistic feeders, so anything from leftover crumbs to small scraps of paper will feed them. They are also much larger than their German counterparts, so they can be quite shocking if you discover them scurrying around your home. Unfortunately, these are native to the United States; they can be found just about anywhere, and they don’t just come around due to poor sanitation.
• Mosquitoes: If there is a lot of standing water, then you can bet that there will be more than a few mosquitoes around. The Pacific Palisades is a place where mosquito populations can thrive, and this species of insect is especially dangerous because it’s one of the most dangerous vectors for disease in the world. In fact, in October 2018, there was a case of mosquito-borne encephalitis, which is a particularly devastating disease.
• Rats and Mice: Everyone knows about the dangers of mouse and rat contamination; it was one of the main causes of the Black Death. While these little beasties might seem cute and cuddly, they are well-known disease carriers, and if you see them around your home, there might be more just waiting in the rafters. Like other pests, these rodents are opportunistic feeders, so you can expect them to eat just about anything that’s not nailed down – they’ve even been known to eat through walls.
• Spiders: Spiders are a good indication that there are other types of infestations happening throughout your home because they need to predate to survive. Having these also might mean that there is an excess of cracks and crevices throughout your property that should be shored up because outside spiders may be coming in if there is an ample food source on your property.
• Ants: Another colony insect that works very similarly to termites, ants can quickly spread thanks to the fact that a single queen can produce 300,000 eggs. You won’t even notice the full scope of a colony, but you will see stragglers searching your home for new sources of food. Ants are also particularly hardy; they can survive underwater for long periods of time, and they are very hard to kill.
• Bed Bugs: Out of all the nasty pests in our guide, bed bugs are the only ones that feed exclusively on our blood, so you’re the main food source! These are typically very hard to notice, and they love to make their way from one home to another via an article of clothing. These nasties can even last for up to a year without a drop of blood, so just starving them out can take a lot of time. On top of this, they are very hard to notice until you’ve gotten a full-on infestation.
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Termite Control
In an area of the city where there are many older, wooden homes, termites can become a major issue. There are two types of termites that one might encounter when living in a home in the Pacific Palisades: subterranean and drywood termites. Since this part of the state is right on the coast, the unique temperatures of this region make for a very stable environment for both types of termites.
In fact, termites cause more than five billion dollars in property damage to homes that are much like the ones in the Pacific Palisades every single year. Also, on a year-by-year basis, termites and the damage they cause are detected in more than half a million homes. So, clearly, these pests are a major problem for those living in wooden homes throughout the nation (with the exception of those living in Alaska where the climate is too cold for any termite species).
Still, since there are two primary species that affect those of us living in the United States, it’s a good idea to understand what differentiates one termite species from the other. Let’s take a look at some of the features of each so that you can understand what to look out for.

Pest Control Services
So, now that you know a little about the enemy, what can you do to protect your home from these little pests? Your best bet in an area of the state like the Pacific Palisades is to hire a company like Treebark. We understand precisely what it takes to get these pests out of your home. Many of the pests that we’ve listed above are present in this area of Southern California, and many can come virtually from anywhere, so when you see them, it’s a good idea to contact us immediately.
Remember, at Treebark, we’re committed to providing completely eco-friendly means of getting rid of just about all of the pests we’ve mentioned. Also, if you’re worried about your kids, your pets, or just worried about coming in contact with any chemicals that are designed to control pests, remember, we have many less harsh options. If there’s a stronger infestation, we also have professional-grade solutions that can help rid your home of the invaders very quickly. Remember, we specialize in organic IPM, but sometimes, for some pest species, you need to use the stronger options for the best, longer-lasting results.
Pest Control Companies
So, why not attempt to handle the pests in your own home with over-the-counter pest solutions? While these can sometimes be effective, taking a do-it-yourself perspective on insect control can sometimes be self-defeating. When you buy products like this, you’re not always getting the best performance, and since you’re not a specialist, it’s sometimes easy to get the wrong chemicals that can be dangerous if used improperly. For these reasons, it’s best to engage with a professional pest control company like Treebark that understands precisely what’s needed to reduce the number of infesting pests down to zero.
Treebark’s very name is based on our utilization of the ryania speciosa system of ridding homes of invasive species like termites using a natural solution. While the bark isn’t used directly, a synthetic version of this anti-termite compound called chlorantraniliprole is our eco-friendly method of helping our customers safely. Not only is this chemical eco-friendly, but it’s also effective at helping rid homes of spiders, ants, and crickets.
Free Pest Inspection
So, you suspect that you have a pest infestation, but you’re not 100 percent sure where to start so that you can get rid of the problem quickly and easily. Additionally, sometimes, you don’t even know you’re dealing with an infestation, so what do you do? At Treebark, we offer all of our prospective customers a free inspection so that we can determine whether your home is in need of an extermination session. We understand the world of pests, and we know precisely what it takes to rid a home in the Pacific Palisades of just about any level of infestation.
In addition to this, if we do an estimate about the cost of performing control services on your property, we’ll provide this completely for free. For this reason, calling us can give you some peace of mind, so give us a call today at (714) 975-5267. Remember, Treebark operates in the majority of the areas in Southern California, and we’re flexible. We can provide you with help for any property that you own in our service region.
Pest Control Treatments
While it’s nice to be completely pest-free, having the pests come back a few months down the line would still be counterproductive, wouldn’t it? With this simple logic in mind, our founder Aaron Cunningham set out to make the Treebark experience different from some of the limited-scope work that can sometimes be present in the industry. For this reason, we’re known for our pest treatments, which provide a protective barrier around your home and can help prevent reoccurrences of pest infestation for sometimes years at a time.
Our most common treatments are designed to provide very little environmental impact, and local species of fish, birds, and beneficial insects will typically go unaffected by our pest and termite control techniques. Also, the majority of our pest treatments utilize our Treebark system, so pets and children will be safe, even when pest species like ants, crickets, and spiders are finding your property completely unlivable.
Treebark is dedicated to helping you find the best pest management and control treatments. For a free consultation, give us a call today at (714) 975-5267.