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Cavanaugh's Pest Control

Pest Control, Animal Removal, Pressure Washing,

About us

Cavanaugh's has been in business since 1943, and performs all phases of pest control. Cavanaugh's employs an average of 60 people. We do not use subcontractors. Our technicians are licensed and certified by the NJ dep. Our company is licensed by the NJ dep #90603a, our nj business registration #0106037, our public works contractor registration #649231, our home improvement contractor #13vh00404900. Real estate certification inspection fees are $100.00, animal control inspections are $45.00, other fees are determined by the type and scope of the problem. 10% discounts for all new customers, discount not to be combined with any other discounts. Cavanaugh's has 3 offices in NJ. These offices, which are located in freehold, somerville and flanders, service the majoriity of the state. Also serving Warren, Sussex & Union Counties

Business highlights

81 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Structural damage repairs. Pest control. Real estate inspections and certifications. Tree. Ornamental. Turf pest control. Washing. Waterproofing decks. Gutter cleaning. Bird, and animal control. Odor control. Attic insulation.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.6112 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
20%
3
4%
2
3%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.3
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 51-112 of 112 reviews

art J.
10/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Service man showed up on time; we now have much fewer bugs/insects than we had before.
Description of Work: 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
$72

Joseph R.
08/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I chose Cavanaugh's for termite control because my experience with them for wasp removal about a year and a half ago was excellent. This was a larger job and much more expensive. The Cavanaugh's people who inspected my home and did the work appeared to know their job. They were quite friendly. They also were prompt and called from the road to tell us how soon they would be at our home. About a week after the termite work, my wife was bitten by a wasp. within a day, a Cavanaugh's man was on hand to remove same. This morning we had a bat in the house and a Cavanaugh's man was here within an hour to put the bat in a trap and tale him for a ride. Note: We rated the category for price N/A because we did not compare prices.
Description of Work: termite control and set rodent traps for wasp removal bat removal

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

tom M.
07/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I would recommend them. They fix any problems that we have.
Description of Work: They do a routine pest spray and inspection twice a year.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard P.
07/2012
5.0
animal removal
  + -1 more
Cavanaugh's employees arrived on time and set about a few traps baited with peanut butter to start the process. Over the next week a number of squirrels were caught and removed for remote release by Cavanaugh's and when the attic appeared free they sealed the attic where they had entered. The project required two sepparate sessions a few months appart and that was why the price was 800. After the first set of squirrels were removed it was necessary to replace a ten foot long alluminum facia strip allong the eave that the squirrels had been using to gain access to the attic through. However, the price quoted to me by the home improvement department of Cavanaugh's (a totally seperate unit from the pest control) was so high that I could have purchased all the tools needed to do the work including a 40' long alluminum extension ladder as well. I waited instead untill I had time from work to do the job myself and in the gap in between more squirrells entered the attic! After the second removal I quickly replaced the missing facia and we have not had a problem since. Overall I was very pleased with Cavanaugh's pest control dept. They were professional and timely. I would use them again. However the home improvement department was very overpriced when it came to quoting prices for small home repairs. The piece of facia I bought for $30.00 and installed it in about half an hour with a friend. The $400.00 quote from Cavanaugh's home repair dept. I felt was excessive.
Description of Work: We had been having ongoing issues with squirrels that had set up camp in our attic. We needed them removed and the attic sealed to prevent squirrels from infiltrating the attic in the future.

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
$800

Thomas F.
07/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I really liked them. They were always responsive.
Description of Work: They serviced us at our old house. We took over a carpenter ant service contractor that the previous owner had. They came out once a year to do an inspection. After that they were at our house a few other times. Also, when I was buying my new home they completed a free inspection because I was a continuing customer with them.

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

Bernadette L.
06/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We'll be having them in a couple of weeks for carpenter ants. We had a pretty bad carpenter ant problem and we called another company. They went in the crawl space and things. They treated them the one year and couldn't get rid of them. Then I called in Cavanaugh's and they treated inside the wall...got rid of them. That's why I keep bringing them back..because they figured out how to get rid of them.
Description of Work: They did a job to hopefully rid us of stink bugs and it seems pretty successful.

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

ILYSE B.
06/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They come whenever I call. I am satisfied with their services. The price is good.
Description of Work: They provide pest control services for me.

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

Todd B.
06/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Experience was was very professional. Our expectations of what we wanted performed and accomplisehed were met.
Description of Work: Called for mouse droppings and a mouse seen in the house. Worker came and looked in and aorund the house and in the crawl space. He left traps and bait and said he'd be back in a week to check the traps. Worker was courteous and knowledgeable in his field. A week later a different worker came and checked the traps and spaces where bait was left and did not find any rodents in the traps. Worker left traps in the crawl space and around the house and said he would come back in a month or so. We wound buying an annual contract from them that includes what they did and two additional visits and applications according to the season for $400.00

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
$400

Bethany S.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
It is currently June and they have not come out yet. I do recommend them, as they are very professional, will answer all of your questions, have good customer service, and their service technicians are professional. Also, I have not compared their pricing, but they do seem expensive.
Description of Work: We have an annual pest control contract with Cavanaugh's Pest Control, in which they provide treatment bi-annually.

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
$450

elise S.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I was satisfied with their professionalism. They attended to my needs. Their price is fair, and the quality is very good.
Description of Work: I have a yearly contract with them for 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

Cynthia O.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They provided fine service. They took care of the problem and I was happy with them.
Description of Work: The house had ants that I wanted to get rid of.

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
$130

Joy N.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were excellent. They showed up on time & came back & resprayed some very heavy ivy that they couldn't originally soak though & did so at no extra charge per my contract. They were professional both times & my ant problem is gone.
Description of Work: I'm on an annual contract including inspection & spray 4 times a year. It covers mice & insects except wood-eating insects such as termites. They'll also come back for any recurrence throughout the year. My problem was ants.

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
$400

Eileen D.
04/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The fee I pay covers service for carpenter ants, carpenter bees, and termites. It includes everything, so if I ever have a problem with anything, they come right out. They’re very responsive.
Description of Work: I’m on a contract with Cavanaugh’s Termite and Pest Services for pest control. I called them because I had a problem with ants, and I’ve been using them for a number of years.

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
$600

Kathy T.
04/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We have an annual contract with them that is very reasonable. They are very thorough. The products that they use are pet friendly. When they come they do everything, even move around the furniture. They are not a hassle to have come into your home. They finish their work very quickly and it is very good service.
Description of Work: I have been using them for about 30 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

Neil P.
04/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Over the weekend, we noticed ants in the house and called Cavanaughs on Sunday. They got back to us on Monday and we set an appointment for service to be provided today when I would be home from work. Their technician showed up on time, explained the process to me, answered all my questions, and completed his work in about an hour. I was very happy with the whole experience, although it will be some time before I can fully assess the effectiveness of the service. For the moment, I am happy, and would recommend these folks to anyone else. In fact, I am thinking of having them back to do some preventive treatment for termites, which are prevalent in the area (though we have seen no signs at our house).
Description of Work: Treated the house and property for ants.

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
$500

Frank G.
04/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
With one treatment the ants were gone & we didn't have any problems all. He was very knowledgable about the problem. We thought we had termites but he assured us that our issue was ants. If we have any issues this year, I'll be giving them a call.
Description of Work: Ant extermination

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Nancy Q.
04/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I moved into a new house and immediately noticed a moth problem. I called Cavanaugh's, they dispatched Jason to do an inspection of the of house. Jason came on time, was courteous and professional. He immediately identified the moths as Indian Meal Moths and suggested a seasonal service plan. The service plan entitled me to seasonal preventative treatments inside and outside the house, as well as unlimted return visits when dealing with specific pests -- in my case the moths. Cavanaugh sucessfully treated my house over a period of 4 weeks using various techniques. With each visit there was a different technician - each knowledgeable about the pests and chemicals that were being used.
Description of Work: Treated my house for an Indian Meal Moth problem

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$380

John T.
03/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
The entire service was exceptional. Scott, the technician, was very professional and knowledgeable, taking his time to explain as we progressed throughout the house. In the end, the treatment was fine and the issue has been positively addressed. Also, there was no evidence of termites. I was very pleased and will most likely enter into a yearly agreement with Cavanaugh's. It would be great if Scott were to be the usual technician then because I feel confident in him. My thanks to Cavanaugh's and to Angie's List- this was my first use of both.
Description of Work: General pest control treatment inside my house, a treatment for silverfish problem and a check for termites.

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
$181.9

Doreen M.
02/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We have a yearly plan for extermination. They come out three times a year. They are very professional. They responded quickly when I called.
Description of Work: I used the services of Cavanaugh's Pest Control in October.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Edward B.
10/2011
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They don’t try to sell you anything extra unless you really need it. I have a quarterly service and the price was about $65 for the last service. I don't know about their price since I haven’t priced around in a while.
Description of Work: We use the services of Cavanaugh's Pest Control for pest control. Their last visit to our house was about a couple of weeks ago.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Bill R.
09/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Everything went fine. I have no complaints.
Description of Work: A very professional and informative inspector came out to the house to provide an estimate. We eventually decided to go with Cavanaugh's and were happy with the work done by their workers who were timely and finished the project in a reasonable amount of time.They sprayed around the exterior of the house and in key areas of the basement to prevent any future termite intrusion as there was damage in the past. Cavanaugh's staff are respectful of our home and more than willing to answer questions in order to fully understand what was to take place. I wish to also add that even the person who answered the phone at Cavanaugh's was friendly and helpful. I recommend them without a doubt.

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
$750

Clinton T.
08/2011
5.0
animal removal, pest control
  + 0 more
I like their promptness in handling problems. The employees are very knowledgable and they take care of situations quickly. They came to eliminate ants last year and they have not yet come back. They use very good products.
Description of Work: They came out to take care of a mouse.

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

Dawn C.
06/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I spend about $200 for a yearly contract. They are prompt and remember when the appointment is. They call ahead when they are due to show up and then come and do their job. I will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used Cavanaugh's Pest Control to do seasonal pest spraying.

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
$200

Carl S.
04/2011
4.0
animal removal
  + -1 more
They had originally told me it would be $350 for the work, and then they said there were extras involved in the job, so it went up to $450; but they did do the job. They just came whenever it was convenient for them. I would use them again in the future if necessary; however, I would make sure what they are charging for the job and what the extras might be.
Description of Work: I used Cavanaugh’s Inc to remove some squirrels.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

John K.
04/2011
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
When he came out and actually gave us the estimate, he was very thorough with options and took his time. It was just an excellent service. The worker was very good. They came out when they said they're going to come. Their price is competitive.
Description of Work: Cavanaugh's Inc came out a month ago to give us a free estimate and then we signed up for the service plan.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Contact information

60 Jerseyville Ave, Freehold, NJ 07728

www.cavanaughspest.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Pest Control,
Animal Removal,
Pressure Washing,
Deck Maintenance,
Chimney Caps,
Basement Waterproofing,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Insulation,
Gutter Cleaning

FAQ

Cavanaugh's Pest Control is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Cavanaugh's Pest Control accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Cavanaugh's Pest Control offers free project estimates.
No, Cavanaugh's Pest Control does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Cavanaugh's Pest Control does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Cavanaugh's Pest Control offers emergency services.
Yes, Cavanaugh's Pest Control offers warranties.
Cavanaugh's Pest Control offers the following services: Structural damage repairs. Pest control. Real estate inspections and certifications. Tree. Ornamental. Turf pest control. Washing. Waterproofing decks. Gutter cleaning. Bird, and animal control. Odor control. Attic insulation.

Contact information

60 Jerseyville Ave, Freehold, NJ 07728

www.cavanaughspest.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM