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HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC

Pest Control, Lawn Fertilization & Treatment

About us

Hoskins Pest Control, Inc. has been doing business in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte counties and Boca Grande for 25 years. We offer eco-friendly pest control using low impact pesticides and chemicals. We service residential, commercial and nautical accounts. We have been "green certified" by the Certified Pest Control Operators of Florida. We also are active members of the Venice Chamber of Commerce, Venice Board of Realtors, Sarasota Chamber of Commerce, North Port Area Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau.

Business highlights

37 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly, Bi-Annual and one-time Services Lawn & Ornamental Carpenter Ant Specialist Fire Ant Control Flea and Tick Control Gas Injection Capabilities Rodent Proofing and Trapping Bat Prevention & Exclusions Termite Inspection & Treatment Subterranean Termite Control No Tent Drywood Termite Service Nautical Services for Pest Control

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Reviews

4.618 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
78%
4
11%
3
6%
2
0%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.1
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.4
Showing 1-18 of 18 reviews

Grace C.
11/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We cannot say enough positive about Hoskins, particularly Jim & Andrew! After fighting the problem for 2 years & working with other companies who basically were just interested in setting traps in the attic & walking away when they caught nothing, we were fortunate to be referred to Hoskins. Jim & Andrew never gave up! They told my mom they wouldn't give up until the problem was found & fixed & they did just that, even calling in additional technology as needed. They were so wonderful with my elderly mother who had about given up. We could not be more pleased & relieved at the outcome & remain very grateful to them (as well as ongoing customers for routine services). We wouldn't use anyone else.
Description of Work: Getting rid of rats & determining how they were entering the house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gaill B.
04/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We've been using Hoskins for a few years now. They are effective and respond quickly if we have a problem. Our serviceman, Greg, has been doing our home and yard for the last year and we are very happy with his attention to detail. He even wipes down the cobwebs on our lanai and pool cage, just another way to control bugs. Their price is reasonable and based on the size of the job.
Description of Work: Pest control

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tana C.
01/2018
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It was a very difficult job. Other pest control companies set a couple of traps and then said there was nothing else they could do. Hoskins kept with it over several weeks. They coordinated with the plumbing company to finally diagnose where the issue was and resolve it. I cannot say enough positive things about the company and in particular the two technicians who worked with my mom and me: Andrew and Jim. They went above and beyond, reassuring her that they would not give up until the problem was solved. Extremely professional and kind. I was so impressed with them and the company. Thank you!!!
Description of Work: Control of rat infestation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

lisa M.
06/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It went as promised. They seemed honest and fair. Sales and service were professional. They offer a 2 year warranty against termites.
Description of Work: Dry wood termite eradication

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$892

Gary C.
05/2017
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
So far, so good.
Description of Work: Seal openings in crawl space due to rats.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Nancy M.
06/2016
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Peter M.
02/2016
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Bill L.
12/2015
4.0
lawn treatment, pest control
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Lawn fertilization and pest control, home lest control inside and out

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Stephen H.
11/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They do the lawn fertilizing. I have been happy with them.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

David S.
09/2015
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: This is our longtime pest control company.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Brenda C.
05/2015
1.0
pest control
  + -1 more
When Jim arrived, my window contractors arrived at the same time and I needed to go over some details on the install of the windows with them, which ended up only taking a few minutes. But this meant that I was not able to see exactly what Jim was doing, which turned out to be a disaster. He did everything so quickly (less than 10 minutes) that he was leaving my condo at the same time my window contractors were leaving. I then went back through my unit to see if everything was okay since Hoskins had sent over someone whom I knew nothing about and whom I had never seen until he appeared at my condo. Everything was not okay and I realized immediately I would never call Hoskins again. Their employee, Jim, had left a 3 1/2 ft. x 1 1/2 ft. ?puddle? of clear liquid (from his spray bottle??) in the middle of my living room wood floor, ?and? a ?trail? of liquid (which was 1&1/2 feet away from my entire living room wall) and ran the entire length of the living room wall on one side. The spraying is (and had always been) done at the junction of the floors and walls. Plus, in one of the 2 bedrooms there was a stream of liquid (sitting on ?top? of the entire carpeting?) approximately 8? away from all of the walls. The bedroom closet, the office closet, and the hallway closet were not even sprayed nor was the exterior of my condo.
Description of Work: I started using Hoskins Pest Control, 119 Corporation Way, Venice, FL 34285 for the last four years to spray for pests (inside and outside) of my condominium. The same individual, Alex, came once a year during these 4 years and I was extremely pleased with his meticulousness in doing the spraying both inside and outside my condo. However, that all changed recently, when I called Hoskins for service and was told that Alex had moved away and they had a new person, Jim, who would be servicing my unit. This is when my problems started.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$40

Timothy M.
12/2012
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We called Hoskin's Pest Control because of a referral from our neighbor. The salesman responded in a timely manner. The person who actually did the work arrived the next day or so. The worker hung netting along the roof in the area where the bats had taken up residence under our barrel tile. The employee explained that once the bats left for the night they would not be able to find their way back in under the tile. The worker said he would be back in about a week. After two phone calls from me the employee returned about a week and a half later and took down the netting then sealed up the openings using common foam pipe wrap and shoving it into the openings. It was not my understanding from the meeting with the salesman that sealing the openings would be done in this manner. I feel the foam does not provide a very secure barrier because of the gaps between the tile and foam wrap. Checking this morning I think the bats may have returned.
Description of Work: Relocate bats that had taken up residence in our barrel tile roof and seal up the openings so the bats can't return. The POE was above our front door so we were continually cleaning up a mess.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
3.0

$750

Elizabeth C.
07/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I am very very positive toward this company.
Description of Work: This is an annual plan. They spray for bugs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Caryn P.
07/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They are pet friendly too. We have birds and used to have a dog and they were fine with this when they spray inside. make sure it's safe. They do the inside and outside every other month. We have been using them for 11 years.
Description of Work: They do our lawn, the fertalize and take car of whatever we need at the time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Georgiann H.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have used them for 4 years and if I have a problem with insects in-between treatments they will come back and spray again at no charge. I like it that they respond and take care of the problem. I have never had any issues that they did not respond to. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I use Hoskins Pest Control for quarterly pest control.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

David K.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They have been very reliable and thorough. They will come back if you need additional help.
Description of Work: They do my pest control.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

James E.
04/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have used them for approximately 20 years. They come monthly. If we ever have a pest control problem then they come out, as well. They are great!
Description of Work: We use them for pest control.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Tom P.
03/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I cannot rate their service high enough - from the office personnel to each of the technicians. They are well-trained and exhibit a high level of professionalism with every service call. Their programs are very effective in controlling insects and technicians always respond within 24-48 hours. On several occasions, they have responded the same day. Their prices are very competitive. Hoskins is one of the few companies that I have dealt with that I would rate as "Excellent." I recommend them without reservation.
Description of Work: I have used Hoskins for both my interior and exterior (landscaping) pest control for over 2 years.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

    Contact information

    119 CORPORATION WAY A, Venice, FL 34285

    http://www.hoskinspestcontrol.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Thursday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Friday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Saturday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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    Service Categories

    Pest Control,
    Lawn Fertilization & Treatment

    FAQ

    HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Saturday: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
    Yes, HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC offers free project estimates.
    Yes, HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC offers emergency services.
    No, HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC does not offer warranties.
    HOSKINS PEST CONTROL INC offers the following services: Monthly, Bi-Monthly, Quarterly, Bi-Annual and one-time Services Lawn & Ornamental Carpenter Ant Specialist Fire Ant Control Flea and Tick Control Gas Injection Capabilities Rodent Proofing and Trapping Bat Prevention & Exclusions Termite Inspection & Treatment Subterranean Termite Control No Tent Drywood Termite Service Nautical Services for Pest Control

    Contact information

    119 CORPORATION WAY A, Venice, FL 34285

    http://www.hoskinspestcontrol.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Thursday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Friday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    Saturday:
    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM