Paterson, Passaic County Pest Control

Pest Control in Paterson, NJ

Rats in the yard, mice in the walls, roaches or bed bugs in the apartment, squirrels in the attic — Silver Bullet Pest Control helps Paterson homeowners, tenants, landlords and businesses get rid of pests and keep them out. We’re based next door in Garfield, so same-day visits are often available. Hablamos español.

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  • ✓ Same-day appointments often available
  • ✓ Steel exclusion, not just traps
  • ✓ Homes & businesses
  • ✓ English & Español

Here’s the short answer

For pest control in Paterson, NJ, call Silver Bullet Pest Control at 973-510-2585. We inspect the home, apartment or building, find where pests are coming from, treat the problem and seal the entry points so it doesn’t come back. Licensed in New Jersey (NJ License 90568B), insured, based next door in Garfield — and we speak Spanish.

Why Paterson Homes & Buildings Get Pests

Paterson is one of the oldest and most built-up cities in New Jersey. Many homes are older two- and three-family houses and apartment buildings that share walls, basements and plumbing — so when one unit has roaches, bed bugs or mice, the neighbors often do too. Rats live along the Passaic River, alleys and busy commercial streets, and older foundations, crumbling mortar and gaps around pipes give mice and rats an easy way inside.

Mouse inside a New Jersey home — rat and mice control by Silver Bullet Pest Control
Rats & mice

Rats & Mice

  • Burrows along fences, sheds or the foundation
  • Droppings in the basement, kitchen or garage
  • Scratching in walls or ceilings at night

We trap and bait the activity, find the burrows and the entry points, then seal the gaps so new rats and mice can’t get inside.

Silver Bullet Pest Control technician treating an apartment for roaches and bed bugs
Apartments & multi-family

Roaches & Bed Bugs in Apartments

  • Roaches in the kitchen or bathroom at night
  • Bites, or small blood spots on the sheets
  • Bugs coming back after you sprayed

In two- and three-family homes, pests travel through shared walls and pipes. We treat your unit and tell the landlord which neighboring units to check, so it doesn’t keep coming back.

Silver Bullet technician inspecting a squirrel entry point at a roofline in North Jersey
Attic wildlife

Squirrels & Raccoons in the Attic

  • Running at sunrise and sunset (squirrels)
  • Heavy thumping at night (raccoons)
  • Chewed soffits, roof vents or gutter corners

We remove the animals humanely, seal every opening with steel mesh and repair the damage so they can’t come back.

What a Pest Control Visit in Paterson Looks Like

1

Inspection

We check the basement, kitchen, bathrooms, attic and outside walls — and ask about the units next door — to find where pests live and get in.

2

Treatment

We use the method that fits the pest and the building, with care around kids, pets and food areas.

3

Sealing

We close the gaps pests use — around pipes, the foundation, doors and vents — and tell you what to change.

4

Follow-up

For rats, roaches and bed bugs we come back to check results. Monthly and quarterly plans are available for landlords and businesses.

Pest Seasons in Paterson

Pests in Paterson change with the seasons. Here's what to watch for.

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Spring

Ants move inside, termites swarm, and rats get busy in yards and alleys. Call before you spray winged insects.

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Summer

Wasp and yellow jacket nests, ants in kitchens, and more roach activity in hot apartments.

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Fall

The busiest time for mice. Seal the house in September and October, before they move in.

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Winter

Mice and rats in walls and basements, roaches in heated buildings, squirrels in attics.

Paterson Landlords, Restaurants & Stores

Multi-family buildings, restaurants, bodegas and stores need pest control that’s regular and documented. We set up monthly or quarterly service, keep a record of every visit for inspections, treat the units that need it, and work around your hours so tenants and customers aren’t disturbed.

What Pest Control Costs in Paterson

The price depends on the pest, how big the problem is, the size of the building, how many units are involved, and whether sealing or follow-up visits are needed. We give you a free quote and tell you the price before any work starts — call or text 973-510-2585.

Get a Free Quote in Paterson

Tell us what you’re seeing and where — we’ll get back to you quickly, usually the same business day.

Common reasons Paterson customers call us

  • Rats in the yard, basement or garage
  • Mice in walls and kitchens
  • Roaches and bed bugs in apartments
  • Squirrels or raccoons in the attic
  • Wasp, hornet and yellow jacket nests
  • Monthly service for landlords, restaurants and stores

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Paterson Pest Control FAQ

How fast can you get to Paterson?

Often the same day. We’re based next door in Garfield, so call 973-510-2585 early and we’ll give you the first open time.

How do I get rid of rats in my Paterson yard?

Find and treat the burrows, remove what feeds them (open garbage, bird seed, pet food, fallen fruit) and seal any gaps into the house or garage. Rats come back if the food and the entry points stay, so we handle all three.

Do you treat apartments and multi-family homes in Paterson?

Yes. We treat single units and whole buildings. For roaches and bed bugs we recommend checking the units next door too, because they spread through shared walls and pipes.

Is your pest control safe for kids and pets?

Yes, when it’s done right. We place products where children and pets can’t reach them and tell you exactly what to do before and after the visit. Sealing entry points uses no chemicals at all.

How much does pest control cost in Paterson?

It depends on the pest, how big the problem is and the size of the building. Call or text 973-510-2585 for a free quote — we tell you the price before any work starts.

¿Hablan español?

Sí. Atendemos en español en Paterson para ratas, ratones, cucarachas, chinches y animales en el ático. Llame o envíe un texto al 973-510-2585.

Serving Paterson & Nearby Towns

Based next door in Garfield, we serve every Paterson neighborhood and the towns around it.

Updated October 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B

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