Take control of your pest issue with treatments that are safe, effective, and built to last.
At Smith’s Pest Management, we deliver eco-friendly pest control solutions for homes and businesses in Palo Alto, throughout Santa Clara County, and across the Bay Area.
Whether you’re near Stanford University, living close to downtown, or tucked into the residential neighborhoods off Page Mill Road, our team focuses on stopping pests at the source and preventing them from returning.
We never rely on excessive chemicals. Instead, we use precise, science-based methods that protect your family, pets, and property while ensuring long-term results.
Call us today for a quote: (408) 871-6988
Burrowing Pests
Structural Pests
How Pests Can Damage Palo Alto Homes
Even a few pests can cause major damage over time.
Here’s what to look out for:
What You Can Expect From Smith’s
At Smith’s, we eliminate pests with methods that minimize harsh chemicals on your property.
Our science-based, eco-friendly approach targets infestations effectively while keeping your family, pets, and the environment safe.
We follow Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices, which focus on lasting results through smart, sustainable strategies.
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Full Property Inspection
We thoroughly inspect every part of your Palo Alto property, from the attic to the yard, since no two homes face the same pest issues.
Our team looks for entry points, nests, and environmental conditions that may be attracting pests.
When necessary, we use pet-safe tools like glue boards, motion sensors, or UV tracking powder to pinpoint activity.
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Targeted, Low-Toxicity Treatment
After identifying the problem, we design a customized treatment plan for your home or business.
This may involve sealing gaps, setting humane traps, or applying low-impact products to active pest zones.
We always choose the safest, most effective solutions to protect your family and property.
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Ongoing Pest Prevention
Because pests adapt, we adjust our strategies to stay ahead of them.
We provide follow-ups, refine the plan as needed, and take a proactive approach to keep your property protected long-term.
Throughout the process, we explain each step so you’ll know exactly how we’re keeping pests out for good.
Why Local Homeowners Choose Smith’s
Serving Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, and the Greater Bay Area
With more than 15 years of experience, we’ve helped over 5,500 homeowners, including many in Palo Alto, eliminate pests and keep them from coming back. Our reputation is built on dependable results, long-term prevention, and eco-friendly solutions.
Trusted by Local Businesses
From schools and restaurants to offices and community spaces, more than 750 commercial clients rely on us to protect their properties. We bring the same expertise, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset to every project, residential or commercial.
Licensed, Certified Experts
Our team includes licensed pest professionals, certified applicators, and state-registered wildlife trappers. Every service we provide follows strict safety standards and industry best practices - no shortcuts.
We Stand Behind Our Work
If something isn’t right, we fix it. Expect honest service, clear communication, and proven solutions that solve pest problems without the runaround.
Awards & Affiliations
At Smith’s, the Pests Stop Here!
From ants sneaking into kitchens to gophers and ground squirrels destroying lawns, we understand the pest challenges Palo Alto homeowners deal with, and we’re here to solve them.
We proudly serve the entire Palo Alto community, including neighborhoods and properties near:
- Palo Verde
- Barron Park
- Old Palo Alto
- University South
- Fairmeadow
- Downtown North
- Charleston Meadow
- Leland Manor
- Palo Alto Orchards
- Duveneck/St. Francis
- Greenmeadow
- Midtown
- Professorville
- Triple El
- Alta Mesa
- Evergreen Park
- Claire Gardens
- Greater Miranda
- Charleston Gardens
- Green Acres
- Ventura
- Neal
FAQ
Located in the northwest corner of Santa Clara County, the city of Palo Alto, California, is one of the premier communities in the area.
Residents of Palo Alto enjoy the quintessential, moderate climate of the San Francisco Bay Area, but we’re not the only ones. These are perfect conditions for pest infestations since these intruders are attracted to the shelter, food, and water sources in our homes and businesses.
Smith’s Pest Management offers comprehensive residential and commercial pest control to properties all over Santa Clara County.
We are a locally owned and operated company with more than 15 years of experience in the effective elimination and control of pest infestations.
Our team of certified pest experts covers a wide range of household pests, including gophers, ground squirrels, rodents, moles, and voles.
We use non-toxic solutions that are safe for you, your loved ones, and the environment.
Our green pest control process doesn’t allow chemical pesticides in our treatment plan.
It’s our priority to not only keep you safe but to keep the environment safe as well.
After one of our licensed team members comes by for an initial inspection, we work with you to customize the pest control plan that is just right for you.
Our ongoing pest control services guarantee an infestation-free home all year long.
Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility, especially when it comes to maintaining a pest-free property.
It’s not an easy task that you can handle on your own, and most DIY solutions only provide temporary relief. Lasting protection requires the expertise of a professional pest control company.
Our residential pest control services are currently used by over 5,500 homes throughout the San Francisco Bay and Monterey areas.
We protect your home, your lawn, and your landscape, leaving you with a happy and healthy property that you’ll wish you’d had sooner.
Rodents have a knack for getting into tiny spaces that you wouldn’t expect. We’ve received all kinds of calls from many different customers.
Whether you’re dealing with a rodent in your car or RV, or you’ve found mice in a chicken coop or in your garden, it’s important to know the potential problems caused by a rodent infestation.
- Rodents feed on garbage and decaying matter. They leave droppings of excrement, contaminating the areas they pass through and potentially exposing you to a long list of health threats.
- Rodents scamper inside wall voids, gnawing their way through the construction and electrical wiring. This causes a lot of damage and even puts you at risk for a potential house fire.
- Rodents reproduce very quickly, so an infestation can spread like wildfire. Once rodents get into your house and breed, there’s no telling where in the house you may find them.
Our rodent control services include effective treatments like trapping, repellents, baiting, and exclusion. We will customize the perfect plan to fit your specific needs.
Our 3-step rodent control process includes the following:
- A phone consultation or on-site inspection
- Development of a management plan
- The implementation of selected rodent control treatment methods
Unfortunately, gophers are pests that you need to be aware of when living in Palo Alto.
These guys cause problems all year long, and once they find a suitable residence, they like to stay there for years.
Gophers can cause a lot of damage to your yard by digging tunnels underground.
They destroy your lawn and your landscape by burrowing in holes and feeding on vegetation until you’re left with nothing but an ugly, brown yard.
We provide complete gopher control services utilizing gopher traps rather than poisonous baits.
Eliminating gophers from your property requires an extremely specialized skillset, as gophers are almost impossible to trap using DIY methods.
That’s why you need the help of the professionals.
Our gopher trapping control process includes:
- Exposing gopher tunnels
- Marking gopher trap locations
- Gopher removal
- Maintenance of traps
- Re-baiting to prevent their return
Contact us today to discuss our annual gopher program. We offer a flat monthly rate for our services, and we guarantee your property will become a gopher-free zone.
Moles are pests that live in the soil. They eat big worms and beetle larvae, and they tunnel underground.
As they create these tunnels throughout your lawn and the perimeter of your yard, they damage the roots and turn the grass brown.
Not only that, but all of their tunneling can cause a real safety hazard. Moles leave behind mounds of dirt that you can trip on, causing serious injury.
We offer annual mole control programs that include:
- On-site inspection or phone consultation
- Mole trapping
- Mole Exclusions
- Elimination of food sources
- Maintenance visits
Our mole removal services are guaranteed to protect your property from the effects of an infestation. Contact us today to discuss your mole control needs, we look forward to your call.