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Verona, NJ Β· Essex County

Pest Control Verona, NJ β€” Licensed Exterminator for Homes & Businesses

Termite swarmers in the basement on a warm spring day, yellow jackets in the lawn by August, a squirrel in the attic of an older colonial? Silver Bullet Pest Control handles pest control across Verona β€” the tree-lined streets off Bloomfield Avenue, the houses near Verona Park, and the businesses in town β€” and we fix the way pests get in, not just the pests you can see.

NJ License 90568B β€’ 4.9 stars on Google β€’ 15+ years β€’ Free estimates β€’ Hablamos espaΓ±ol

Text a photo of the bug, the nest or the damage to 973-510-2585 β€” we'll tell you what it is.

Who does pest control in Verona, NJ?

Silver Bullet Pest Control does pest control in Verona, NJ as a licensed New Jersey exterminator (NJ License 90568B) based in Garfield, usually about 25 to 35 minutes away depending on traffic β€” call or text 973-510-2585 for a free estimate, and hablamos espaΓ±ol. We treat termites, wasps and yellow jackets, mice and rats, roaches, bed bugs, ants and carpenter ants, mosquitoes and ticks, and we remove squirrels and raccoons by exclusion. Same-day appointments are often available, but we can't promise them.

Exterminator in Verona, NJ: older homes, mature trees and a lot of green

Verona is a small Essex County township with a big share of green space for its size. Verona Park, the county park with its lake right in the middle of town, the Peckman River winding north toward Cedar Grove, and wooded slopes along the town's edges all sit close to the houses. Most of the housing is single-family β€” colonials, Tudors, capes and split-levels on tree-shaded lots, many of them several generations old β€” with apartments, condos and garden-style complexes mixed in, especially near Bloomfield Avenue.

That mix explains most of what we see in Verona. Old wood framing, finished basements and mulched foundation beds are what subterranean termites look for. Tall oaks and maples hanging over the roof give squirrels a bridge to the attic. Big lawns and shady yards near the park are where yellow jackets nest in the ground and where ticks wait at the edge of the woods. And when the weather turns cold, mice move from the yard and the brush into basements and walls.

We aren't next door β€” Verona is a scheduled drive from our base in Garfield, usually 25 to 35 minutes β€” but we're in Essex County every week, and same-day visits are often available when you call early.

Verona quick facts

Verona, NJ
CountyEssex County
Distance from our baseGarfield, usually about 25 to 35 minutes depending on traffic
Typical homesOlder single-family colonials, Tudors, capes and split-levels; some apartments, condos and garden complexes
Green space nearbyVerona Park and its lake, the Peckman River, wooded slopes on the town's edges
Most common callsTermites, wasps and yellow jackets, squirrels in attics, mice in fall, ticks and mosquitoes in summer
Neighboring townsCedar Grove, Montclair, West Orange, North Caldwell, Essex Fells, Caldwell, Roseland
Same-day serviceOften available, not guaranteed
EstimatesFree
LicenseNJ License 90568B
LanguageHablamos espaΓ±ol

Verona's big three: termites, wasps and wildlife

These are the calls we get from Verona most often β€” and each one has its own Verona page:

Subterranean termites in damaged wood
Spring swarms, all-year damage

Termites

  • Winged swarmers on a basement window sill in spring
  • Mud tubes running up the foundation wall
  • Soft or hollow wood at sill plates and joists

Older Verona homes with wood close to the soil are classic termite targets. We inspect, treat, and then our own crew repairs damaged sill plates, joists, beams and framing β€” one company from start to finish. Read about termite damage repair in Verona.

Paper wasp nest under an eave
June to October

Wasps and yellow jackets

  • Bees going in and out of a hole in the lawn
  • Paper nests under eaves, porch ceilings and deck rails
  • Wasps around trash cans and patio tables

Yellow jackets nest in Verona lawns and wall voids; paper wasps build under eaves and railings. We treat the nest itself, treat carpenter bees, and relocate honey bees with a local beekeeper instead of killing them. See same-day wasp control in Verona.

Technician inspecting a roofline for squirrel entry points
Fall and late winter

Squirrels and raccoons

  • Scratching or running in the attic at dawn and dusk
  • Chewed soffits, fascia or roof vents
  • A raccoon in the chimney or under the deck

Verona's tall trees make attics easy to reach. We use one-way doors and seal every entry so the animals leave and can't come back β€” we don't trap and haul animals away. We also repair chewed soffits and fascia and install chimney caps.

Pest control in Verona, NJ: every pest we treat

Verona doesn't have its own page for every pest yet, so this table points you to the right place to read more:

PestWhere we find it in VeronaWhat we doRead more
Mice and ratsBasements, walls, garages and sheds, mostly October to MarchTrap inside, seal gaps with stainless steel mesh; mouse service includes 90 days of coverage with unlimited free service callsMice and rat control
Roaches and water bugsKitchens and baths in apartments; big water bugs from basement drainsGel bait plus an insect growth regulator plus a follow-up visit; 90-day warrantyRoach control
Bed bugsBedrooms and couches, often after travel or used furnitureHeat treatment or Aprehend, with a prep list and a check-backBed bug treatment
Ants and carpenter antsKitchens in spring; carpenter ants in damp porch posts, window frames and old woodFind the nest, bait and treat outside; we can repair wood carpenter ants damagedCarpenter ant control
TermitesSill plates, basement framing, porches and wood near the soilInspection, treatment and repair by our own crewVerona termite repair
Wasps, hornets and beesLawns, eaves, sheds, wall voidsNest treatment; carpenter bee treatment; honey bees relocated with a beekeeperVerona wasp control
Squirrels, raccoons, batsAttics, chimneys, soffits, under decksExclusion with one-way doors and sealing, damage repair, chimney capsWildlife removal
Mosquitoes and ticksShady yards, wooded edges, near the park and riverYard treatments; mosquito treatment from $95 plus taxMosquito control

Seeing something that isn't on the list β€” stink bugs on the siding in October, camel crickets in the basement, carpenter bees in the deck? Text a photo and ask.

Living near Verona Park and the Peckman River

Water and woods are part of what makes Verona a nice place to live. They also bring a few pests closer to the house:

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Mosquitoes

Clogged gutters, birdbaths, buckets and kiddie pools breed mosquitoes faster than a park lake does. Dump standing water weekly; for heavy yards we do mosquito treatments starting from $95 plus tax.

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Ticks

Ticks wait in leaf litter and tall grass where the lawn meets trees or a brushy back fence. Keep that edge mowed and leaves raked, and ask about tick and flea yard treatments.

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Mice from the brush

Woodpiles, ivy and dense shrubs against the foundation give mice cover right up to the house. Stack firewood away from the walls and trim plants back a foot or so.

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Raccoons and skunks

Animals that live along green corridors look for a den under a deck, porch or shed. We seal those spaces with buried mesh barriers so they can't dig back in.

Read more about tick treatment for yards and fleas and ticks.

Buying or selling a house in Verona? Termite inspection reports

Many Verona homes are old enough that a buyer's home inspector will look hard at the basement framing, and lenders on VA loans need a wood-destroying insect report. We do VA / NPMA-33 wood-destroying insect inspection reports for home sales, and if we find active termites we can treat them and repair the damaged wood ourselves.

If you're selling, it's smart to have the inspection done before you list, so a surprise doesn't hold up the closing. If you're buying and the report says "evidence of previous treatment" or "damage noted," call us β€” we'll explain what it means in plain language and what, if anything, needs to be done.

More on termite inspections for buyers and sellers and VA termite inspections in NJ.

Pest control for Verona businesses

Bloomfield Avenue runs right through Verona, lined with restaurants, delis, salons, offices and shops, and there are apartment and condo buildings around town. Businesses deal with different pests than single homes: German roaches that come in on deliveries, mice in storage rooms, flies by the dumpster, and yellow jackets around outdoor seating in late summer.

We work around your hours, keep it discreet, and set up regular service for places that need it β€” and regular service comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Property managers can call us for one unit or a whole building. See commercial pest control and restaurant pest control.

How a pest control visit in Verona works

From the first text to the follow-up:

1

Send a photo

Text a picture of the pest, the droppings, the nest or the damage to 973-510-2585. Often we can tell you what it is right away.

2

Inspection and free estimate

We look at the whole house β€” foundation, roofline, attic, basement and yard β€” and give you a free estimate before any work starts.

3

Treat and seal

We treat the pest and close up how it got in: stainless steel mesh for mice, one-way doors for wildlife, nest treatment for wasps.

4

Follow up

Roach jobs include a follow-up visit, mouse service includes 90 days of coverage, and we'll tell you what to watch for after.

Get a free estimate in Verona

Call or text with what you're seeing and a photo if you have one. We'll explain the plan and give you a free estimate β€” in English or Spanish.

Why Verona homeowners call Silver Bullet

  • Licensed: NJ License 90568B, plus NJ Fish and Wildlife licensing for wildlife work
  • We treat termites and repair the damage ourselves
  • Wildlife exclusion and repairs, not trap-and-haul
  • Same-day appointments often available
  • 4.9 stars on Google and over 15 years of experience
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Verona pest control questions

Who is a good exterminator in Verona, NJ?

Silver Bullet Pest Control is a licensed exterminator serving Verona (NJ License 90568B), with 4.9 stars on Google and over 15 years of experience. Call or text 973-510-2585 for a free estimate.

How far away are you from Verona?

Our base is in Garfield, usually about 25 to 35 minutes from Verona depending on traffic. Same-day appointments are often available if you call early in the day.

Are termites common in Verona?

Yes. Subterranean termites are common across North Jersey, and Verona's older homes with wood near the soil are frequent targets. Watch for swarmers in spring and mud tubes on the foundation.

Do you repair termite damage too?

Yes. After treating the termites, our own crew repairs damaged sill plates, joists, beams and framing.

What are the bees nesting in my Verona lawn?

They're usually yellow jackets, which nest in the ground and get aggressive in late summer. Some ground-nesting bees are harmless, so text us a photo and we'll tell you which you have.

Do you kill honey bees?

No. We work with a local beekeeper so honey bee swarms and colonies are relocated, not exterminated.

Can you get a squirrel out of my attic without trapping it?

Yes. We put a one-way door on the entry so the squirrel leaves on its own, seal the rest of the house, and repair chewed wood. We don't trap and relocate animals.

Do you treat yards for ticks and mosquitoes?

Yes. We do mosquito, tick and flea yard treatments, which help a lot in shady Verona yards near woods. Mosquito treatment starts from $95 plus tax.

Do you do termite inspections for a home sale?

Yes. We do VA / NPMA-33 wood-destroying insect inspection reports for home sales in Verona.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency service?

No, we don't run a 24-hour line. For urgent problems like a wasp nest by the front door, same-day appointments are often available.

Do you remove dead animals?

Yes. We remove dead animals from attics, walls and around the property, and we can do odor control and HEPA cleanup afterward.

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SΓ­, hablamos espaΓ±ol. Llame o mande un texto al 973-510-2585 para un presupuesto gratis en Verona.

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Updated November 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ β€’ NJ License 90568B

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