Oʻahu Pest Control Services That You Can Trust
Xtermco started with roach control in 1961, added termite treatment and tent fumigation in 1964, and today serves homes, condos, restaurants, hotels and industrial sites across the island. We're not part of a national chain. Every job is handled by our own licensed Oahu technicians, who go through pre-employment and quarterly drug testing.
Fully Licensed Pest Control Experts on Oʻahu
Xtermco holds Hawaii pest control license PCO-201 and has more than 60 years of pest and termite control on Oahu. Our technicians are trained, licensed and drug tested, and we treat rats, mice and roaches, ants, bed bugs and centipedes across the island, with same-day service when the schedule allows and free estimates.
Start Your Pest-Free Journey with a Thorough Pest Inspection
Comprehensive Check. Expert Solutions. Peace of Mind.
Most pest problems on Oahu start somewhere you can't see: a gap behind the dishwasher, a vent screen on the roof, damp wood under the house. A licensed technician finds the pest, where it's getting in and why, then explains the options before any work starts. Learn about our professional termite inspections, including reports for home sales.
What pests does Xtermco treat on Oʻahu?
From rats and roaches to restaurant and hotel programs, every service is handled by licensed Xtermco technicians.
Rat and mouse control
Trapping, exclusion and sealing to keep rodents out for good.
Explore serviceAnt control
Find the colony, treat the source and stop trails coming back.
Explore serviceRoach control
Targeted treatment for kitchens, bathrooms, lanai and the hidden gaps where roaches breed.
Explore serviceBed bug treatment
Thorough inspection and treatment for bedrooms, condos and rentals.
Explore serviceBird control and proofing
Humane deterrents and proofing for roofs, eaves and commercial buildings.
Explore serviceCentipede control
Perimeter and indoor treatment for centipedes in damp Hawaii homes.
Explore serviceFlea control
Treat the home and yard together to break the flea life cycle.
Explore serviceSilverfish control
Moisture-focused treatment that protects books, paper and pantry goods.
Explore serviceIndustrial pest control
Pest programs for warehouses, plants and other industrial facilities on Oʻahu.
Explore serviceCommercial pest control for Oʻahu businesses
Documented, recurring programs for restaurants, hotels, offices and schools.
Explore serviceTermite control
Termite inspections, Sentricon baiting for ground termites and tent fumigation for drywood termites, plus inspection reports for home sales.
Pest Control in Honolulu and Across Oahu
Honolulu pest control is most of what we do. Condos, older plantation-style homes, restaurants and hotels in town all deal with the same year-round pressure from roaches, rats, ants and termites, and our technicians work these neighborhoods every day. We also serve the rest of the island from our base in Waipahu.
Areas we serve: Honolulu (including Downtown, Kakaako, Manoa, Kaimuki, Kalihi and Waikiki), Waipahu, Pearl City, Aiea, Mililani, Wahiawa, Ewa Beach, Kapolei, the Waianae Coast, Kailua, Kaneohe, Waimanalo, Hawaii Kai and the North Shore.
Oahu's warm, humid weather means pests don't take a season off. Roaches, ants, rodents and Formosan termites stay active all year, and older homes with worn screens, gaps and aging wood give them easy ways in. That's why Hawaii pest control works best as inspection plus prevention, not just a spray.
Common Pests in Hawaii Homes and Businesses
| Pest | Signs to look for | Our service |
|---|---|---|
| Formosan subterranean termites | Mud tubes on foundations, swarms on humid evenings, soft or hollow wood | Termite control and Sentricon |
| Drywood termites | Small piles of pellets below wood, windowsills or furniture | Tent fumigation |
| Rats and mice | Droppings, gnaw marks, noise in the ceiling at night | Rodent control |
| Cockroaches | Live roaches at night, droppings in cabinets and drawers | Roach control |
| Ants | Trails along counters, walls and lanai | Ant control |
| Bed bugs | Bites, small blood spots or dark stains on mattress seams | Bed bug treatment |
| Centipedes | Centipedes in bathrooms, garages and damp areas | Centipede control |
Termite Control on Oahu
Termites are the costliest pest problem on the island. The University of Hawaii calls the Formosan subterranean termite "the single most damaging insect pest to homes and other structures in Hawaii," and estimated prevention, control and repair costs at over $100 million a year as of 1996 (UH CTAHR).
Xtermco has done termite work since 1964. We offer:
- Termite inspections, including termite inspection reports for home sales
- Sentricon baiting for ground (subterranean) termites, with ongoing station monitoring
- Tent fumigation for drywood termites; see termite fumigation on Oahu
For treatment options and real estate reports, see our page on termite control in Honolulu.
Rat and Mouse Control
Rats and mice stay active all year on Oahu, so trapping alone rarely solves the problem. Our technicians inspect, trap the rodents inside, seal the openings they use and come back to confirm activity has stopped. The CDC recommends snap traps over glue and live traps for homes (CDC), and the Hawaii Department of Health urges residents to control rats around homes and gardens to reduce rat lungworm disease (Hawaii DOH). See how our rodent control on Oahu works.
Commercial and Industrial Pest Control
Restaurants, hotels, schools, offices and warehouses need steady, documented service, not a one-time spray. Xtermco sets up recurring programs around your property and your inspection schedule. See commercial pest control in Hawaii and industrial pest control for facilities.
How to choose an exterminator on Oʻahu
Four questions to ask before you hire any exterminator in Hawaii, whether you're in Honolulu, Waipahu or anywhere across the island.
Is the company licensed for this type of work?
Hawaii's Pest Control Board licenses companies and technicians by branch: fumigation, general pest and termite (HRS §460J-12). Look up both the company and the technician on the DCCA public license search before you sign. Ours is PCO-201. Our guide to pest control laws in Hawaii explains what each license covers.
Does it treat homes and businesses?
Restaurants and hotels have different requirements than houses. Xtermco serves both, from single-family homes to commercial properties.
Are the reviews real?
Check the company directly on Google, Yelp and the BBB rather than trusting testimonials on its own website.
Do you need pest control or a termite inspection?
General pest control is usually a recurring treatment plan. A termite inspection is a one-time or annual check for active infestation. See our termite page if you're not sure which you need.
What Happens When You Call
- Tell us what you're seeing. Call (808) 591-2922 or request a free estimate. Let us know about kids, pets, tenants or food handling.
- We inspect. A licensed technician finds the pest, where it's coming from and why.
- You get a plan and a price. We explain the options in plain language before any work starts.
- We treat and follow up. Then we help you keep pests from coming back, with recurring service if it makes sense.
Pest Control FAQ
Who provides pest control in Honolulu?
Xtermco is a locally owned pest control company that has served Honolulu and the rest of Oahu since 1961. We handle termites, roaches, ants, rats and mice, bed bugs, birds, fleas, silverfish and centipedes for homes, condos and businesses, with same-day service and free estimates. Call (808) 591-2922.
What areas of Oahu does Xtermco serve?
Xtermco serves all of Oahu from our base in Waipahu, including Honolulu, Pearl City, Aiea, Mililani, Ewa Beach, Kapolei, the Waianae Coast, Kailua, Kaneohe, Hawaii Kai and the North Shore. Call (808) 591-2922 to check availability for your address.
How does rodent control work on Oahu?
Rodent control starts with an inspection to find droppings, nests and entry points. Then the rats or mice inside are trapped, the openings they use are sealed, and food sources are cut off. Follow-up visits confirm activity has stopped. On Oahu, rats and mice stay active all year.
Is Xtermco the same company as Extermco?
No. Xtermco Inc. is a pest control company on Oahu, based at 94-435 Akoki Street in Waipahu, Hawaii, and serving the island since 1961. Extermco is a separate pest control company based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. For pest or termite control on Oahu, call Xtermco at (808) 591-2922.
How do I choose an exterminator in Hawaii?
Check that the company and the technician are licensed by Hawaii's Pest Control Board for the work, such as termite, fumigation or general pest. Ask for the inspection findings and price in writing and read the contract terms. Xtermco is licensed under Hawaii pest control license PCO-201.
Does Xtermco do termite inspections and reports for home sales?
Yes. Xtermco does termite inspections and termite inspection reports for Oahu home sales, as well as Sentricon baiting and tent fumigation. We have handled termite work since 1964. Call (808) 591-2922 or request a free estimate to schedule an inspection.
Is Xtermco part of Terminix or another national chain?
No. Xtermco is a locally owned Oahu company, not part of Terminix or any national chain. We are based in Waipahu, licensed under Hawaii pest control license PCO-201, and have been accredited by the Better Business Bureau since 1982.
Does Xtermco offer same-day pest control service?
Yes. Xtermco offers same-day service on Oahu when the schedule allows, plus free estimates. Call (808) 591-2922, tell us what you're seeing and where, and we'll let you know how soon a licensed technician can come out.
More answers on our pest control FAQ page. Comparing a national brand? See our guide to Orkin Pest & Termite Control in Honolulu, or read how to choose a residential pest control company in Hawaii.
Why Oʻahu trusts Xtermco
BBB Accredited Business
Since July 30, 1982 · A+ rating (Oct 2026) — view our BBB profile
Serving Oʻahu since 1961
Over 60 years of local pest and termite control
Licensed in Hawaii
Pest control operator license PCO-201, issued by the Hawaii Pest Control Board
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Your Pest Problem Ends Here: Get a Free Estimate
Dealing with termites, rats or roaches? Xtermco's licensed technicians find the source, treat it and help keep it from coming back. Request your free estimate or call (808) 591-2922.