Had "Rodents - Exclusion with Weekly Trapping" done in my crawlspace by Golden State Critter Control (they were hired/subcontracted by Crawlspace Clean to do this part of their suggested work) and it looks like they did a great and thorough job. They walked the whole perimiter of the house and replaced some crawlspace vent screens, filled & covered quite a few gaps/holes in our eaves and near the roofline, and filled some gaps along the sides of our garage door. They also put some traps in our crawlspace and attic and will be coming back every week to check them until we get the official all clear! read more

I had a live cage trap set up due to squirrel problems in the backyard. Unfortunately, it trapped a skunk! I called Golden State Critter Control in the morning and spoke with Greg who was very helpful over the phone. I scheduled a same-day appointment to have the skunk removed and he promptly arrived on the agreed time on and released the skunk. No fuss...no muss...and no skunk spray! The cost was more than reasonable/fair compared to other companies I called. Some companies even refused the task because it was a skunk. I highly recommend Greg and his company Golden State Critter Control. read more

These guys are awesome, they came out and addressed the issue I was having. The pricing is very good compared to other companies, highly recommended read more

Highest recommendations for Greg and his team. Greg was highly professional, polite and really knew his stuff. He spent a long time surveying every aspect of my home then spent a long time fixing potential problem areas. He set traps with his special bait and cleared up my problem the first week. Would highly recommend him to all my friends! read more

Was recommended to this company last Tuesday 07/25 by another company. I did two inquiries online, called the phone number, the voicemail said if I texted I would get a faster response which I did also. It is now Monday, almost a week later and no response back from this company. Poor customer service! read more

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Raccoons in my attic! *faint*. Thanks for being the only place to get back to me with an actual human being to help me with this problem. Golden State Critter Control showed up quickly during a holiday week and solved my problem quickly and affordably. read more

Absolutely The Best!! We started hearing noise from the crawl space under our floors that escalated in frequency and loudness into scratching and gnawing sounds. We called Golden State Critter Control and the owner was here within a few hours. He inspected from top to bottom, and found numerous breaches and holes in venting access to our house from the outside. We are on a zero-lot line where we can't see one exterior wall of the house (it faces along the neighbor's fenced-in yard), and after he contacted the owner to get permission to inspect, showed us that literally all of the crawl-space vent guards were broken through on that side. He offered us a variety of options based on what we wanted done, and for a very, very affordable price we opted for reinforcing attic vents on the roof, replacing all exterior ground-level vent grids, repairing a breach where an A/C hose's insulation had been gnawed through to gain entry, and also set traps in the crawl space (with weekly checks for a month) in case any critters were still around that might try to scratch their way around, in or out. He was able to do the work right then if we wanted, and we jumped at the chance! He was careful, thorough, and expert (the new mesh vent grates look very strong & were custom fit). He's very friendly and a great listener; quickly finding and showing us all the problem areas. And, he wore a protective mask all the way through to keep us safe. We'll be listening for any remaining activity or noise for the next few days and were encouraged to call him to come right back if needed to check it out prior to the weekly visits to follow-up and monitor the traps. Another great bonus: they return annually to give a free check-up/inspection. You can't go wrong with this great service: above and beyond expectations. We are very gratefully relieved with the responsiveness, thoroughness, pricing, and so amazed at what was discovered and remedied in such quick order. Thanks so much! read more

Great service! Recently while decluttering our garage, we found that there were rat droppings in some of the cabinets, and especially on the top of the cabinets and in the rafters. After catching the rat, it was time to clean up the droppings. I was going to take care of it myself, but because of my background, I knew going in that clean up is not safe without the proper controls and equipment. Eventually after some discussion with friends and colleagues, we got a referral. The person had problems with other animals in her home and gave a strong recommendation for Golden State Critter Control. She reported that she had one of the bigger companies come out previously and try to rectify the problem, but things did not change. She then called Golden State Critter Control, and reported that Greg, one of the owners, had come out and found the entry points for the animals that the larger company missed. So I called Golden State Critter Control that afternoon, and left a message explaining I was trying to get a smaller job done before my neighbor (we share a garage) came back from a trip, as the neighbor allowed me to move their car out so that I could declutter. I noted it was small just in case it was too small for his company. Greg called back within 30 min. Actually, I just checked, it was 16 min. Of course, I would never expect faster than that since the guys in the company could be way up on a ladder or something, but I really appreciated getting a call within the hour. After a detailed discussion of what the job may entail, he said that he could actually come early the following morning. So I cleared a lot of items to the middle of the garage to make things easier, and the next day, he showed up right on time. I showed him the cabinets and he gave me an estimate. I then mentioned that maybe the rafters could be done too if the additional estimate was ok. He actually stuck with his original first estimate, and also did an inspection and found the entry points that the rats were using, and explained to me how to fix them. I asked if he performed that service and what the price would be, and he gave me a very reasonable additional quote, so it was game on. Well, let me tell you, he did a fantastic job, he took care of the cabinets and rafters, and also other key parts of the garage. He was very very thorough, and also disinfected the place. Even my neighbor loved it when they returned. I found Greg to be a very professional and knowledgeable about pest control, and also a detailed and hard worker. I can't recommend Greg and Golden State Critter Control enough, and looking forward to being able to use the cabinets again - especially since the pests probably won't be able to find their way back in now! read more

Mr.Greg Tavis came out very promptly and was very reliable. We had a dead and stinky critter that was smelling up our home.He got on his ladder and inspected my roof, and all four corners of my home and the attic.I highly recommend this company. I give them an A+! read more

I highly recommend Golden Critter Control. A few years ago we had a major rat issue in our attic, under the house, and even in the kitchen. Greg Tavis, owner of Golden State Critter control, was very responsive and at our home the next day. Greg is competent and knows exactly what to do. Within a few days, our rat issue was resolved through traps and sealing up all of the entry points around the house. Since that time, I've called on a few other occasions about potential rodents in the garage. He is always available that day to check-in. This last time was a small rat that entered our garage when it had been left open during the evening. Greg not only set traps in the garage, he also checked the perimeter of the house to be sure everything was still all sealed up, which it was. I have incredible peace of mind knowing that I have a go-to resource for any rodent or pest issue. Golden State Critter Control is excellent. read more

Greg Tavis, owner of Golden State Critter Control is EXCELLENT. I was extremely concerned re a HUGE, noisy, loud, banging raccoon under my bedroom floor and around my home. Even called the Sheriff's Dept. thinking it was a person. Greg came out, set a no-kill trap, came back the next day, trapped, and relocated the raccoon. Greg thought there may be another raccoon, so he set up a camera to catch any activity under the deck where the entry point was. On camera, at 1:07 A.M.it showed another raccoon and a possum! Also spotted outside was a Western weasel, and a cat by the baited cage. Greg placed rocks covering the entry hole. Took care of everything. Greg, even did critter (poop) clean-up. Finally, relieved and no banging, got a decent night's sleep! So grateful to Greg for his knowledge, dependability, reasonable rates, and kindness. Greg is very personable and professional. I strongly recommend Greg for all your critter control!!! P.S. The morning Greg was to arrive, he called to say he had hurt his back and was unable to bend down. He mentioned he was bringing his wife so she was able to set the trap. ***** INCREDIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE ***** read more

Greg is responsive, committed, has expertise and integrity. He did a great job, was pleasant and professional, and his rates/ prices are fair. Highly recommend. read more

We had an Emergency Rat infastion due to the neighboor discusting living style and Greg responded inmediatly to our call. He helped seal all the areas that needed to be blocked so the rats would stop of getting into our house and then he continue to come and do check ups in our attick and didnt charge any penny, total recomandation ro this great guy. Dalia Light :) read more

Jesse and Greg are top notch pest removal/control guys. I'm not a customer, but I have worked with them both over the years (before they started this company) and have been incredibly impressed with their quality of work and character as individuals. You can't go wrong with these guys read more

I needed help last week with some birds who made a home in my exhaust vent. Greg came out the next day and cleared out a bunch of nesting materials, beetles, bird crap, etc., before sanitizing it and screening all the vents on my roof. Golden State is the real deal. Would hire again or recommend without any doubt. Thank you Greg! read more

Greg is the man!! We had a serious rat problem that Home Team could not fix after trying twice. So lemme tell you about Greg! He set traps, glue boards, inspected every inch of the house and filled all holes with cement and covered some with wood boards. He put out poison for big mama as the last resort, and she ate it. Our year long rat problem was over after about 3 weeks! Now he's helping redo the house insulation, fixing wires and cleaning out debris. Greg is your guy! Support this small business read more

Greg is a great guy! He has removed a snake from my property and helped put snake fence around the perimeter. He even helped adjust a gopher trap set by another pest control company, because they put it in wrong. He is friendly, helpful and my first call if I have any critter issues! read more

I had a bat in my house and with help of friends we killed it, however we couldn't figure out how it got inside. Greg showed up the next day and found the problem with ease. I'm so thankful! Greg was knowledgeable, professional! Highly recommend this company! read more

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If you have solar, you therefore have pigeons and tons of poops and they will fill up and block your gutters, then start dropping from the gutters and into your driveway! well I got tired of that, I hired Greg to clean up the roof/gutters/under solar etc ..he pressure washed the roof/gutters, had him do a solar mesh, and spikes on my chimney! They did a great job when the temp was 100+, cleanup anything that went to my neighbors and they were friendly... read more

Greg is awsome owner operator. \Not only is the subtance and technical work great, he shows up as promised and communicates any variances. Isnt it amazing when a service business delivers great service. So glad we got connected to you! read more

Stop scrolling!!! No need to look further!!! Golden state critter put up screening on my solar panels to keep out the pigeons. They did an amazing job and in a timely manner. The quality of their work was almost overshadowed by the pride they took in the clean up of my property after the project. Can not recommend them enough!!! 10/10 read more

A baby rattlesnake at the front door.. thanks, 2020. In a panic I googled the closest animal control to us and in minutes I was on the phone with Greg. He ended up not having to come out, but he was an absolute delight and provided great advice to help calm me down and talk me through best next steps. Because we were able to handle on our own he didn't end up with our business this time, but he definitely has earned our respect and trust, and he will be on my speed dial for the next time we have an unwanted visitor. Thank you! read more

I recommend them highly! A few years ago, I heard scratching noises above my daughter's bedroom ceiling and ended up calling an attic insulation service. They diagnosed that I had a rat infestation and replaced all the soiled insulation and provided "rat proofing." The rats continued to get back into the attic and after way too many visits from them and other professionals, I had estimates well into the thousands of dollars from other firms that included a need for a rat slab and sorts of other elaborate work. Fortunately, I found Greg and Golden State Critter Control. He came out quickly, identified entry points and areas where the prior work was sub par, and gave a set of recommendations that started with the cheapest and least invasive steps. I went with his first step and he came out a few days later and fixed all the prior work that had been done and also blocked a new entry point that hadn't been identified before. This was, by the way, the cheapest of the recommendations I had gotten. It worked! He then came out several times to inspect the roof and attics, check traps, and make sure the rats were gone. Throughout these two months, he's been super responsive on text and email, always professional and on time, calming without any scare tactics, and explained everything very clearly and thoroughly. He saved me thousands of dollars and gave me and my family real peace of mind. I can't recommend them highly enough! read more

Greg was awesome ! He did a great job in fixing wire mesh for back fence and front gate fence to stop creeping snakes. The most good thing I liked about his work is, he completes it with quality work and understands customer ask clearly. He is very resonable with cost and provides extra recommendations if there are any for you, which I see rarely in others. I would definitely recommend Greg for anyone looking out for pest control projects. read more

I called golden state due to a horrible smell coming out of my attic, they came the same day I called and were Able to complete the job quickly! They had great customer service and were very affordable! So glad I found this honest pest control company! read more

The service was outstanding. Greg Tavis went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend.

I was very pleased with the work Greg did to help rid my house of pigeons that had taken up residence on my roof and built nests under my solar panels. He responded quickly when I requested an estimate and also offered helpful information to help me understand the scope of the problem. He was very flexible with scheduling and I was able to get the problem addressed immediately. Greg was very knowledgeable, friendly, and patient while answering my numerous questions about my pigeon problem. I highly recommend Golden State Critter Control to help with pest and animal control problems. read more

My tenant was a little bit freaked out by a small snake inside the house. Mr. Greg Tavis was able to ease her fear and gave her some peace of mind. Great communication, quick responses and great services!!! read more

We had a couple snakes show up in the side yard. Greg showed up within about an hour and snatched them without trouble. He explained what we should expect going forward (namely, that it's unlikely that these snakes mean more snakes are coming). He clearly has a love for the work he does, which is refreshing and encouraging. We're very appreciative for her services. read more

I called Golden State Critter control and followed up with a text. The owner was on vacation with his family but immediately texted back and scheduled to come out today to inspect what critter might be in my HVAC duct work, as I thought it might be skunks. He inspected the house for any openings and found none but did find evidence of a rat. He explained that I needed to set traps. Now mind you I already pay monthly for an exterminator company but will be cancelling them and only dealing with Golden State in the future. Extremely knowledgeable and didn't charge me a thing for his expertise and inspection. Still waiting for my guy to call back and come set the traps. Highly recommend this company. read more

Great service! Incredibly thorough and made my snake problem a priority. Thank you so much!

I give them my full recommendation. They were quick to respond, expert in assessing the issue (we had an animal that had gotten into our ventilation ducts), and very capable in how they solved the issue. I will gladly call them again for any future critter problems. read more

Had rats in the attic with constant scratching on the ceiling. It took a little while for Golden State to track them down and trap them, but they stuck with it until the job was done. I appreciate the persistence. Recommended. read more

Golden State critter control was awesome! Very responsive and professional and they did a phenomenal job with my bird netting. They matched it to the one I had on my other solar panels. And they were very competitively priced. I would highly recommend. read more

I hate skunks and we had a skunk problem, under the house no less. Golden State Critter Control was there to trap out the problem animal, repair all the damage that was done, and do what they could to prevent a new skunk from setting up house. He came back a few weeks later to help with rat incursions into our attic. If anything comes back, we'll definitely give them a call. read more

Greg is great. Did a good job getting rid of my rats. I would definitely use him again

Very professional work with great attention to detail. Greg came out to help abate bird and bat droppings at my home. He quickly identified the problem and came up with solutions. Prices are reasonable and the work performed was excellent. read more

I contacted Greg Travis - Golden State Critter Control (925) 434-6242 for holes in my back and side yard fearing the mole/vole may be doing damage to my foundation. I Googled as well as read reviews on Yelp before contacting him. Greg came out and was very knowledgeable, honest, and gave me options; I highly recommend Golden State Critter Control for your critter needs. read more

AMAZING!!!!! I had a huge pigeon problem, there where several nests and baby chicks everywhere in my backyard. It was truly a disgusting sight. Greg and his buddy, removed baby chicks safely, power hosed everything and installed wire netting to ensure they don't come back. Super professional guys, clean and respectful in my home... highly recommend them.... Thank you guys. And they worked on a holiday weekend for me.... read more

About 10 days ago, some animal dug up a good portion of our yard during the night; I called Greg; it was like he was waiting for my call; he ask me only one question, do we have new sod? I said yes, he said raccoons are looking for " Grub" under the surface; so he came out, set a trap and we caught a raccoon on the first night; Greg came back and took away the raccoon; and then he help me find a"Grub"material that clear up the problem; Greg is very knowledgeable, quick response, and great to work with; He is now is on my speed dial, thank you Greg read more