Business Details
45 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Pest Control Services
Plant-Tek has been a trusted provider of horticultural landscape pest control services for over 30 years. Founded in 1981 as Olmstead Pest Control, our company transitioned to a specialized landscape pest control focus in 1987, operating under the Plant-Tek, Inc. name. Our team includes certified professionals with expertise in pest control advisement, arboriculture, and qualified application, supported by state-of-the-art equipment capable of treating trees up to 60 feet tall. We serve residential and commercial clients across San Diego, south Orange, and south Riverside counties, including homeowners, property management companies, and municipal entities. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through ongoing staff education, maintaining 20 hours of continuing education every two years for licenses and certifications.We utilize advanced techniques like foliar sprays, soil injections, and boom sprayers to address pest issues efficiently. Our services extend to organic pest control options, rodent management, and comprehensive weed control solutions. With a fleet of five specialized trucks, including a boom sprayer for large-scale treatments, we combine technical capability with decades of localized experience. Our leadership team holds critical industry certifications, including Qualified Applicator Licenses and International Society of Arboriculture credentials. We maintain full compliance with state and county regulatory requirements, including California Pest Control Business License #33125 and agricultural permits.
Services
Pest Control
Tree & Shrub Treatments
Rodent Control
Weed Control
Organic Pest Management
Foliar Spraying
Soil Injection
Boom Spraying
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized landscape pest control experience
- Certified Arborists and Qualified Applicators on staff
- State-of-the-art equipment for large-scale treatments
- Organic pest control options available
- Comprehensive continuing education for all technicians
Associations and certifications
- California Pest Control Business License #33125
- International Society of Arboriculture
- County Agricultural Pest Control Registration
Services
Pest Control
Our pest control services target landscape-specific pests using licensed application methods. We diagnose infestations in trees, shrubs, and lawns, employing foliar sprays or soil treatments. Our certified technicians handle both residential and commercial properties, focusing on effective, environmentally responsible solutions.
Tree & Shrub Treatments
Specialized treatment for trees up to 60 feet tall and shrubbery using advanced spraying equipment. We address insect infestations, mites, and disease through foliar applications or root zone treatments. Our Certified Arborists develop customized care plans for both individual properties and large-scale developments.
Rodent Control
Professional rodent control targeting ground squirrels, rats, mice, and voles. We use tamper-resistant bait stations for safe and effective population management. Our approach focuses on eliminating infestations while minimizing risks to non-target species and the environment.
Weed Control
Comprehensive weed control solutions using pre-emergent barriers and post-emergent treatments. Our boom sprayer system efficiently covers large areas like parks and golf courses. We employ both chemical and mechanical methods tailored to each property's specific vegetation challenges.
Organic Pest Management
Environmentally conscious pest control options for sensitive locations. Our organic treatments use natural compounds and biological controls to manage pests while preserving beneficial insect populations. This service is particularly popular with homeowners associations and organic landscape operations.
People
Hilary Ridgway
President
B.S. in Biology with Qualified Applicator License #128148. Continues to lead Plant-Tek since 1987, maintaining the company's focus on landscape pest control excellence while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Gabriel Lepez
Certified Arborist
Holds B.S. in Soil Science with ISA Certification WE8217A, California Pest Control Adviser License #73915, and Qualified Applicator License #105468. Provides expert tree care and pest management solutions.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve San Diego, south Orange, and south Riverside counties, including residential properties, commercial developments, and municipal parks.
Do you offer organic pest control options?
Yes, we provide organic pest management solutions using environmentally friendly compounds and biological control methods when appropriate for the pest issue.
What certifications do your technicians hold?
Our staff maintains Qualified Applicator Licenses, Agricultural Pest Control Adviser Licenses, and International Society of Arboriculture certifications through ongoing continuing education.
Can you treat large properties efficiently?
Our fleet includes a specialized boom sprayer truck that can treat multiple acres in just a few hours while maintaining precise application rates.
What pest control methods do you use?
We employ foliar sprays, soil injections, drench treatments, and tamper-resistant bait stations depending on the specific pest and environmental conditions.
