Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Ask about Angie's list discount. Angie's List Award winning since 2003. BBB rating A+.
Business highlights
23 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Subterranean Termite, Drywood Termite & Pest Control. Rat/Mouse, Fire Ant, Mosquito & Bed Bug. Commercial or Residential. Annual, Quarterly, Bi-Monthly or Monthly.
Rick arrived on time for the initial consultation. We scheduled service for the following week and a representative arrived as promised. He performed a thorough and complete pest control service interior and exterior, including climbing in the attic and feather dusting for cobwebs. The fact that the technician wore booties over his shoes for the interior service was not only unprecedented but very much appreciated. The technician was very professional and courteous.
Description of Work: General Pest Control - Interior and Exterior.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$359
JAMES A.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick was very prompt, courteous and provided a very thorough service. We are in a rental home and have had problems with bugs ever since we entered it due to the back yard being fully decked and the wood is quite old. This is the first time somebody has actually been able to help us get rid of the bugs! And, everything was safe for our pets (cats). Thanks, Rick!
Description of Work: Rick provided pest control service for our home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
PAT F.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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Great experience. Very clearly explained to us both for now and the future visits.
Description of Work: Complete termite & pest control service. Carpenter ant nest found and eliminated.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$962
KIM M.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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The $337 was for annual service. They were great. They immediately came out, and I have never seen another ant inside our house. Before Rick Ricker, we were constantly trying to prevent an ant invasion. I highly recommend. They had great service. I have been using them for about a year.
Description of Work: We had a problem with ants in our new house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$337
Jessica K.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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Tom was fantastic to work with. He was extremely thorough in explaining the treatments available and in examining our home. He was friendly and pleasant to work with; above and beyond in customer service. Tom also answered all of our questions and was prompt in returning calls. I would highly recommend this service!
Description of Work: We were having our house treated for subterranean termites (no live) and getting set up for a pest control service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Kathy R.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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People at this company are very courteous and helpful every time I call. They came out and did a much more thorough exam of our house than a previous company. Their estimate was the same as the other one. They treated the house for carpenter ants and we have seen none since. They also treated for roaches. There has been a dramatic decline in the ones we see, but still see an occasional one. They are determined to rid the house of these pests, and come out every time we see one. They are concientious and clean, wearing paper boots on their shoes on entering the house. We feel confident with this company, that we are winning the battle of Florida insects.
Description of Work: After we moved in to our house, they checked for rats in the attic (none), and for insects. They treated the house for insects. The price we paid is for one year.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$337
CLIFF G.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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Mr. Ricker and his staff performed above and beyond our expectations. He was very informative during the initial meeting. The technicians were very thorough and polite. Everyone was on-time and professional. Given the circumstances, this was pleasent experience.
Description of Work: Treatment for live termites and pest control was performed. The technicians treated the attic and crawl space, as well as the inside and outside of the house. Treatment was also performed behind the faceplates of the switches and outlets.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
BARBARA C.
08/2006
5.0
pest control
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They did a great job. They were here when they said they would be. I would give them an A+.
Description of Work: He treated my house for termites.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
HOWARD S.
07/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick seemed very knowledgeable and experienced. The workman who did the actual work was very pleasant and efficient. I'm very pleased with the work. I didn't have a real pest problem for them to solve, so I can't say how they would do on that. This was just a peace of mind action on my part.
Description of Work: The company treated my house interior and exterior for pest control for $359, including the standard spraying and filling of cracks and crevices, wall voids, and attic. I had gotten a few carpenter ants in the house from somewhere, and the pest control call was more of a preventive measure. The renewal fee for following years is $359. The company also installed several termite bait stations around the exterior for $740. The annual renewal fee is $225. Again, this was just a preventive measure.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,099
PAUL M.
07/2006
5.0
pest control
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Excellent. Rick scheduled an estimate promptly, arrived on time, and scheduled treatment of the office for the next day! He was professional and clearly an expert in his field. I chose an annual maintenance contract for the office and was please at the discount that Rick extended to us. His service was top notch!
Description of Work: Elimination of ants & other bugs in commercial office unit that hadn't been occupied for several months.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
JULIA J.
07/2006
5.0
pest control
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Home renovations disturbed various unwelcome pests. We found several nests of carpenter ants and possibly venomous spiders. The day following a call to Mr. Ricker's office, a service technician arrived. The technician was very knowledgeable and informed the homeowner as to the options for controlling the unwanted pests. He noted and informed Mr. Ricker about special homeowner needs. The technician returned the following day to perform the following tasks: sweep the exterior clean of all pests, treat the exterior of the home, treat cracks and crevices on the exterior and interior, treat the wall voids, and treat the attic. The cost of service included a year's annual pest control. Mr. Ricker called the afternoon the service was provided to insure homeowner satisfaction. He stated the file would be noted to stipulate the same technician familiar with the homeowner's needs would service the home in the future.
Description of Work: They did interior and exterior home pest exterminating.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$360
RUTH R.
06/2006
5.0
pest control
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THEY WERE TOP NOTCH ALL THE WAY. I GIVE THEM A "GLOWING" REPORT.
Description of Work: FOAMED ALL WALLS IN GARAGE AND HOUSE.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$774
LISA T.
06/2006
5.0
pest control
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This company was fantastic. Rick came out to do the estimate. He was very professional and explained the treatments in thorough detail. He even spent 40 minutes checking for termites in our attic, and the temperature had to be 140 degrees inside. He even offered the Angie's List discount before we even asked for it. Chris and Tom performed the treatments and were so very pleasant to deal with, and showed up at the exact time we were scheduled. All of the pests were gone that day, including a huge antpile in our driveway. This company is top notch. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: My home was treated for subterranean and drywood termites, ants, roaches and other household pests.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600
SANDY B.
06/2006
5.0
pest control
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Called company on the weekend and call was returned promptly. On making contact and setting an appointment, I was informed of person that would be coming out (Tom). Tom showed up on time, was very polite, courteous and professional. Tom covered his shoes every time he entered the house and walked on the carpet during inspection and during treatment. He wiped down his equipment prior to carrying out to make sure it didn't get on the carpet. For the work completed I was very satisfied with company and understand they take pride in their reputation. I would recommend service in the future to friends and neighbors!
Description of Work: Came out quickly, inspected interior and exterior of two-story home, and suggested treatment for drywood termites (1st time wings and live termites found during swarm season). Sprayed down outside of house with Timbor, treated inside attic with Borates plus Termidor, and foamed inside walls for live termites, and foamed all bathrooms.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$799
MARISSA J.
06/2006
5.0
pest control
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He's great! We haven't any bugs since he came. He was informative and staff was courteous.
Description of Work: Extermination.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Reid M.
05/2006
5.0
pest control
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I've had bad experiences with other companies but he is always on time and is great. They were very careful to keep my children safe while they were applying the treatment.
Description of Work: He sprays my house for pests.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
JEAN N.
05/2006
5.0
pest control
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Fantastic; prompt, professional, and honest. Great follow-up. Please note the price paid for work is for both treatments.
Description of Work: Joe came out & found evidence of roof rats in our attic. Set traps, followed up in 4 days, & again in 7 days. Also, we hired them for our Annual Premium Service for general household pest control. Did a great job applying pest control.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$640
John M.
04/2006
5.0
pest control
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I am delighted to have Rick Ricker as my pest control company. His expertise is unmatched; I have never had a better exterminator in all the places I have lived. Rick is very professional, always competent and never fails to diagnose the problem. For years now, we have not had to call back for re-treating because his quarterly service does it all. I recommend him to all my friends, and none have been disappointed. You will never regret hiring him. I give him my highest possible recommendation.
Description of Work: Annual pest control.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
ROBERT F.
04/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick Ricker was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. He thoroughly explained everything we needed to do and why which made me very comfortable about purchasing his services.
Description of Work: Termite and pest control inside and outside our home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,181
Stacy K.
04/2006
5.0
pest control
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Joe was terrific and professional and very knowledgeable. I actually learned a few things about termites. No issue was determined, and Joe left pricing on various programs they offered without being pushy at all. I will continue to call this company for any termite work I have.
Description of Work: Joe visited our property to determine if termites were present.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
LISA R.
04/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick was on time, very personable and reasonably priced.
Description of Work: Rick performed a thorough pest/termite inspection of our home. Because of Rick's professionalism and his commitment to customer satisfaction, we signed an annual contract with him for pest control. Even though we currently don't have any bug problems, we don't want any! I was particularly impressed with Rick's 100% guarantee of no pests (including earwigs & spiders, which were both abundant in my neighborhood last summer). Rick performed the initial indoor/outdoor treatment of our home yesterday.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$359
ALFRED D.
03/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick is a very nice man. I had a great experience and would recommend him strongly. Prices were for the whole year.
Description of Work: Got rid of bugs and roof rats.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
MARK W.
03/2006
5.0
pest control
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After another company said I should have my house tented (for $1100), and I did some research which showed that old method may not be the best treatment, so I called Rick Ricker. Rick came out the next day personally for a free inspection and offered a good price for several different treatments plus annual renewals, which would provide continuous future protection. He and his crew were right on time, very courteous and professional. As I am remodeling the home, he offered to come back whenever I had the walls open to do more treating of the exposed wood, and when I add a new addition, to come back and treat that as well, all for no extra charge. The only negative is the renewal contracts do not cover damage, only re-treatments. But damage coverage is getting harder to find these days, and there are so many causes it may not be as good as you think. Rick Ricker was definitely one of the most professional services I have encountered in almost any trade. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Drywall termite treatment, subterranean termite treatment, quarterly pest control, rat control, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,580
CHERIE G.
03/2006
5.0
pest control
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Rick was very friendly and nice to work with. He was prompt with service.
Description of Work: Pest control and termite prevention.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,114
SHERRY B.
03/2006
5.0
pest control
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I looked over the reports, and Rick stood out with the number of glowing recommendations. He was on time, pleasant and professional for both the free estimate and the actual work. There were no hard sales pitch or scare tactics. He has a lot of experience and explained the different options. You can't find a nicer guy to deal with. I thought his price was very fair. It was a lot of work. It took a crew of 3 about 4 - 5 hours. He offers a discount on the yearly maintenance for Angie's List customers. I feel very comfortable that I made a good decision choosing him.
Description of Work: The house was treated for sub and dry wood termites. A chemical was put in the concrete footing or a soil trench around the perimeter of the entire house for the subs. The attic, roof soffits and exterior doors and frames were treated for the dry wood termites.
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Service Categories
Pest Control,
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FAQ
Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc does not offer a senior discount.
No, Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc offers warranties.
Rick Ricker Termite & Pest Control Inc offers the following services: Subterranean Termite, Drywood Termite & Pest Control. Rat/Mouse, Fire Ant, Mosquito & Bed Bug. Commercial or Residential. Annual, Quarterly, Bi-Monthly or Monthly.
Fumigation or Wildlife Control.
Contact information
5807 Argerian Dr Unit 102, Wesley Chapel, FL 33545