About Us
What We Do
We help Santa Cruz homes and businesses stay pest-free without blanket overspray. EcoShield Exterminators work blends inspection, exclusion, targeted treatments, and follow-ups so problems go away and stay away. We plan around coastal weather, pollinators, and the way pests behave after rain, in crawlspaces, eaves, gardens, and kitchens.
Our Mission
Make pest control quieter, cleaner, and longer-lasting by fixing root causes. EcoShield Exterminators want you to feel calm at home, confident at work, and good about how the job was done.
How We Make Things Better
1) We start with the real cause
Pests aren’t random. Ant trails follow moisture. Rodents squeeze through gaps the size of a dime. Roaches love warm, damp corners. We find the entry points, food/water sources, and harborage—then build a plan that removes those advantages.
Typical first visit includes:
- Moisture checks in crawlspaces, bathrooms, and under sinks
- Entry-point mapping around doors, vents, pipes, and utility lines
- Species ID (Argentine ants, odorous house ants, drywood/subterranean termites, etc.)
- Risk scan in gardens (drip lines, raised beds, compost, sheds)
2) Exclusion beats re-infestation
We seal and screen vents, gaps, and weep holes, repair small wood issues, and recommend simple fixes (door sweeps, trim gaps, mulch spacing). Every seal-up reduces future pressure.
3) Targeted, eco-smart treatments
We use IPM-first solutions: baits, gels, growth regulators, precise crack/crevice applications, and botanical options on request. Treatments go where pests live and travel, not across your whole home.
4) Follow-ups that actually follow through
Santa Cruz weather shifts fast. We schedule checks after the first rains, during spring blooms, and before fall rodent moves. Each visit includes a quick diagnostic and adjustments based on what we see.
What Changes After We Work
- Quieter nights, cleaner attics: Rodent sounds fade when entry points are sealed and sanitation is done right.
- No more post-rain ant surges: Trails stop returning when moisture issues and inside-outside routes are handled.
- Healthier kitchens and service areas: Targeted controls reduce allergens, droppings, and surface contamination.
- Gardens that thrive: Gopher grids, root baskets, and gentle timing protect raised beds and pollinators.
- Fewer emergencies, fewer surprises: Smart maintenance beats “panic visits” every season.
Our Process
- Inspect — Measure moisture, map entries, ID species, note harborage.
- Plan — Good/Better/Best options, including eco/OMRI choices.
- Treat — Interior precision + exterior perimeter, timed around weather and bloom.
- Exclude & Repair — Seal, screen, and minor wood touch-ups where needed.
- Monitor — Photo reports, device maps (for commercial), and seasonal sweeps.
Tools & Methods We Rely On
- Moisture meters & probes to find hidden termite/ant risk
- HEPA vacuums for safe cleanup in attics/crawlspaces
- Baits/gels & IGRs for roaches and ants without heavy surface overspray
- Rodent seal-up materials built for salty coastal air
- Gopher baskets & barriers for organic-friendly gardens
Small detail, big difference: we document everything with photos, so you see what changed and why it matters.
Safety, Transparency, and the Coast We Share
- Botanical & low-tox options available on request
- Bee-safe scheduling and placements away from blooms
- Clear pricing up front—no surprise add-ons
- Photo reports after each service so you can track progress
- Licensed & insured, following label law and safety standards
Results You Can Feel
- Westside ant trails after first rain: Gel + perimeter + tiny plumbing seals = trails gone at follow-up.
- Midtown attic scratching: Entry-point map + seal-up + HEPA cleanup = quiet nights and fresher air.
- Aptos garden beds: Gopher trapping + wire baskets = intact roots and drip lines through harvest.
- Restaurant IPM: Device maps + staff tips + logs = smooth inspections, fewer call-backs.
(We keep clients’ details private. What matters is the pattern—and the fix.)
Why Santa Cruz Chooses Us
- Local coastal know-how — fog, salt air, first-rains, and hillside drainage patterns
- Pollinator-aware — not all bugs are bad; we protect what should thrive
- Eco mindset with real results — smarter balance of exclusion + precise treatment
- Fast, reliable service — simple scheduling, clear ETAs, respectful in-home practices
- Guarantees that mean something — if a treated pest returns within the service window, we return
Our Service Area
We serve Santa Cruz and nearby communities: Capitola, Soquel, Aptos, Watsonville, Scotts Valley, Live Oak, and the mountain/coastal areas of Felton, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, Davenport, Bonny Doon.
What to Expect Next
- Book a free inspection — we’ll look, measure, and explain.
- Choose a plan — conventional, eco/botanical, or hybrid.
- See the change — cleaner spaces, calmer nights, healthier gardens, fewer surprises.
Ready to take your home back—naturally?