Silver Bullet Pest Controlservice area new jersey passaic county in Passaic, NJ
From the apartment blocks of Paterson and Passaic to the wooded lake towns up north, Passaic County has every kind of pest problem. Silver Bullet Pest Control is based just across the river in Garfield and handles mice, rats, roaches, bed bugs, stinging insects, termites and wildlife for homes, landlords and businesses across the county.
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Who does pest control in Passaic County, NJ?
Silver Bullet Pest Control is a licensed exterminator that serves Passaic County from its base in neighboring Garfield, with regular service in Clifton, Passaic and Paterson and the towns around them. We handle mice, rats, roaches, bed bugs, ants, wasps and hornets, termites and nuisance wildlife in homes, multi-family buildings, restaurants and commercial properties. Every job starts with an inspection, and you get the price before any work starts. Call or text 973-510-2585 — hablamos español.
One county, two very different pest pictures
Passaic County is shaped like a long, narrow strip, and pest problems change a lot from one end to the other.
The southern end — Paterson, Passaic, Clifton and the towns next to them — is some of the most built-up land in New Jersey. The Passaic River winds through it, past the Great Falls in Paterson and old mill buildings, apartment blocks, rows of two-family homes and busy shopping streets. Here the calls are mostly about mice, rats, German roaches and bed bugs: pests that thrive where buildings share walls and food is never far away.
The northern end — around West Milford, Ringwood and the Wanaque Reservoir area — is mostly forest, lakes and hills. Homes there deal more with wildlife in attics, carpenter ants, stinging insects, ticks and mice coming in from the woods in fall.
In between, towns like Wayne, Totowa, Little Falls and Woodland Park mix suburban neighborhoods with highway commercial strips along Route 46 and Route 23, and see a bit of both.
We're based in Garfield, just across the river from Clifton and Passaic, so the southern part of the county is very close for us. If you're further north, call and we'll tell you honestly what we can schedule.
Passaic County towns we serve
Start with your town's page for local details, or call 973-510-2585 if your town isn't listed — we cover much more of the county than these pages.
Passaic County exterminator for the pests we see most
These three make up most of our calls in the southern half of the county.
Mice & Norway Rats
- Droppings in drawers, along baseboards or by the boiler
- Gnawing or scratching in walls at night
- Rat burrows along fences, sheds and alleys
Mice come in through gaps as small as a dime, especially around old pipes and basement windows. Rats nest outside and raid garbage. We trap, place locked bait stations outside, and seal entries with steel — and mouse service includes 90 days of coverage with unlimited free service calls.
German Roaches
- Small tan roaches in kitchens and bathrooms
- Roaches out during the day — a sign of a big population
- Droppings like coffee grounds in cabinet hinges
In apartment buildings, German roaches move through plumbing walls from unit to unit. We use gel baits and targeted treatment where they hide, and recommend checking nearby units. Roach treatment has a 90-day warranty.
Bed Bugs
- Itchy bites in a line or cluster after sleeping
- Small dark spots on mattress seams and sheets
- Shed skins along the bed frame or couch
Bed bugs ride in on luggage, used furniture and visitors, then spread through shared walls. We inspect, treat beds, furniture and cracks, and come back to make sure they're gone.
Pest control in Passaic County: what shows up where
A quick guide to the pests we see in different parts of the county and what we usually do about them.
| Pest | Where we see it most | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| Mice | Everywhere — older homes in the south, wooded lots in the north, mostly fall and winter | Trapping, sealing with steel and sealant, follow-up visits |
| Norway rats | Along the Passaic River, alleys, restaurants and dumpsters | Burrow treatment, locked bait stations, exclusion |
| German roaches | Apartment buildings, restaurants, multi-family homes | Gel bait, crack-and-crevice treatment, building-wide checks |
| Bed bugs | Apartments, rentals, homes after travel or used furniture | Inspection, treatment, follow-up |
| Wasps, hornets, yellow jackets | Porches, eaves, sheds and lawns countywide in summer | Nest removal, warranty based on species |
| Carpenter ants | Wooded towns and homes with damp wood | Find the nest, treat, fix moisture |
| Bats, squirrels, raccoons | Attics and chimneys, especially near woods and parks | Licensed removal and exclusion |
| Ticks and mosquitoes | Yards near woods, lakes, the river and wet areas | Yard treatments on a schedule |
Seeing something not on this list? Spiders, silverfish, stink bugs and spider crickets are common too. Text a photo to 973-510-2585.
Apartment buildings, landlords and businesses
A large share of Passaic County households rent, and many live in buildings with shared walls, basements and trash areas. That changes how pest control has to work. Spraying one apartment for roaches while the units around it stay infested just moves the problem around.
For landlords and property managers we:
- Inspect the problem unit and, where needed, the units around it and the common areas
- Give tenants clear prep instructions before roach or bed bug treatments
- Seal gaps around pipes, under doors and in the basement so mice can't move freely
- Put what we found and what we did in writing
- Set up regular service so problems are caught early
For restaurants, food stores, warehouses and offices — from Main Avenue storefronts to Route 46 plazas — we offer scheduled commercial pest control with rodent monitoring, roach and fly control, and service records you can show an inspector. Restaurant owners can also see pest control for restaurants.
Rules about who pays for pest control in a rental vary by building type, lease and town, and they can change. Check with your town's code enforcement office or the NJ Department of Community Affairs if you're unsure.
Wildlife and outdoor pests near the woods and lakes
Bats in the attic
Big brown bats roost in attics and wall gaps across the county. We're licensed by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife, and bat exclusion comes with a 5-year warranty. Bat exclusion
Squirrels and raccoons
Squirrels chew into soffits and roof lines; raccoons go for chimneys, decks and porches. We remove them and close the openings. Squirrel proofing · raccoon proofing
Carpenter ants
Homes near woods and with damp wood see big black carpenter ants in spring. We find the nest, treat it and point out the moisture problem feeding it.
Ticks and mosquitoes
Yards near woods and water have more ticks and mosquitoes. Mosquito treatments run every 21 days starting at $95 per treatment plus tax, with a free re-treat if they return within 21 days. Fleas & ticks
How our Passaic County pest control service works
Tell us what's going on
Call or text with your town, what you're seeing and a photo if you have one.
We inspect
A licensed technician checks inside and out to find the pest, where it's living and how it gets in.
You get a plan and price
We explain what we found and tell you the price before any work starts.
We treat and seal
Treatment fits the pest — baits, traps, nest removal, exclusion — placed safely away from kids and pets.
We follow up
We come back to check results. Regular service comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Pest control services across Passaic County
Get a Passaic County Pest Control Quote
Tell us your town, the type of property and what you're seeing. We'll get back to you quickly with next steps.
Why Passaic County customers call
- Mice in an older house or apartment
- Roaches spreading through a building
- Bed bugs in a rental unit
- A wasp or hornet nest by the door
- Bats or squirrels in the attic
- Scheduled service for a restaurant or store
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Passaic County Pest Control FAQ
Do you provide pest control in Passaic County?
Yes. We're based in neighboring Garfield and serve Passaic County homes and businesses, with regular service in Clifton, Passaic, Paterson and nearby towns.
Who is a good exterminator in Passaic County?
Look for a licensed company that inspects before quoting, explains its plan and puts warranties in writing. Silver Bullet Pest Control holds NJ Pesticide License 90568B and has over 15 years of experience.
What are the most common pests in Passaic County?
Mice, rats, German roaches and bed bugs in the built-up south, and wildlife, carpenter ants, stinging insects and ticks near the woods and lakes up north.
Do you serve the northern part of Passaic County?
Call us with your address. We serve much of the county and will tell you honestly when we can schedule a visit.
Can you treat a whole apartment building?
Yes. For roaches and bed bugs we often recommend checking neighboring units and common areas, and we can set up regular building service.
How much does pest control cost in Passaic County?
It depends on the pest, how widespread it is and the property size. We inspect first and give you the price before any work starts.
Do you offer a warranty?
Roach and termite treatments carry a 90-day warranty, mouse service includes 90 days of coverage with unlimited free service calls, and bat exclusion has a 5-year warranty.
Do you remove wasp nests in Passaic County?
Yes. We remove wasp, hornet and yellow jacket nests and offer one-time service or a 30, 60 or 90-day warranty depending on the species.
Are you licensed for wildlife removal?
Yes. We're licensed by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife for bats and other nuisance wildlife.
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Passaic County and nearby towns
Town pages for Passaic County and the towns next door in Bergen and Essex counties.
Updated October 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B