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Structural termite protection · all 5 boroughs

Termites in your timber? Stopped at the structure.

A State-certified technician is dispatched with a 1-2 hour average response. We check the sill plates and soil-to-wood contact, treat a barrier around the structure — and we recommend a follow-up visit.

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Trusted in NYC since 1985
Don't wait it out

A mature colony eats timber around the clock

Subterranean termites reach a building through soil contact and work inside joists and sill plates without breaking the surface. By the time it shows, the galleries are established.

The damage is structural, not cosmetic

An inspection now costs a fraction of replacing a sill plate or floor joist later.

Mud tubes on foundation walls

Pencil-width earth tubes running up cellar or foundation walls are the clearest sign of subterranean termites.

Hollow sounding timber

Sound wood that rings hollow when tapped often has galleries running through the middle.

Discarded wings by windows

Small piles of shed wings near windows or light sources follow a swarm.

Every job, start to finish

What every termite job includes

A thorough, methodical service. These six steps are part of every job, from the first inspection to the follow-up visit.

Full property inspection

Interior and exterior. We check every sill plate, cellar wall and soil-to-wood contact point.

Targeted treatment

Tamper-resistant stations placed out of reach of children and pets, set on the actual runways.

Barrier treatment

A treated barrier established around the structure, plus correcting the soil-to-wood contact that gave them access. We recommend a follow-up visit, typically included when it is deemed necessary.

Sanitation review

We identify food sources and conditions that attract activity, and recommend steps to remove them.

Ongoing monitoring

We monitor for signs of activity and re-check the exclusion work so it stays effective.

30-day follow-up visit

A 30-day follow-up is recommended and typically included when it is deemed necessary.

All six steps, part of every job we do.

Every service begins with a full inspection and is backed by our work guarantee.

Why we win the callback

What 30+ years of NYC buildings taught us

Treating a visible tube does nothing about the colony in the soil. A barrier around the structure is what protects the building. Here is how our approach differs.

Baiting alone

Why the problem comes back

Response time
Depends on the company you call
Entry points
Left open
Pricing
Varies from job to job
Follow-up
Not part of the visit
Technicians
Varies by company
NYC experience
Varies by company
What you get with us

City Express Exterminating

City Express Exterminating

Response time
1-2 hour average response, 24/7
Entry points
Sealed as part of the service
Pricing
Inspection first, then treatment
Follow-up
30-day follow-up visit
Technicians
State-certified, in-house
NYC experience
Since 1985, 5,000+ homes
1985
Founded in NYC
5,000+
Residences protected
24/7
Emergency service
1-2 hrs
Avg response time

Why New Yorkers call us for termites

A treated barrier plus removing soil-to-wood contact is what protects the structure long term.

2-hour emergency response

Found mud tubes or hollow timber? A State-certified technician is dispatched to you with a 1-2 hour average response, day or night, all five boroughs.

We seal, not just bait

Steel wool, hardware cloth and sealant on every gap we find. Exclusion is one of the six steps of the service, not an afterthought.

Professional and discreet

Professional and discreet service from licensed technicians, in any environment.

How a termite job runs

Termite protection in three simple steps

From your first call to the follow-up visit, State-certified technicians handle every step.

1
Answered 24/7

Call and book your inspection

A real person answers day or night, asks what you have seen, and books your inspection.

2
1-2 hour average response

Inspect, treat and seal

Your technician traces the runs, finds the nest, treats it, then seals every entry point including behind appliances and in the cellar.

3
30 days later

The 30-day follow-up

We recommend returning after 30 days to re-inspect the seals and stations and confirm the activity has stopped. It is typically included when it is deemed necessary.

5,000+
NYC properties
under protection
Who we work for

Trusted by NYC homes and businesses

Over 5,000 residences plus commercial buildings across the five boroughs, since 1985.

Co-ops & condo boards

A customized plan for each building, with sighting logs recorded so activity can be tracked accurately.

Restaurants & bodegas

Non-hazardous methods chosen around your premises, because people are our number one priority.

Brownstones & walk-ups

Old buildings have old gaps. Cellar, party wall and sidewalk vault work is our daily bread.

Offices & retail

Professional and discreet service, with a customized plan built around your premises.

Serving all five boroughs, 24/7

Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens · The Bronx · Staten Island

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Found mud tubes today? Don't wait for tonight.
Our promise

Backed by our work guarantee

Termite work is only worth paying for if it holds. Every job begins with a full inspection and immediate service, all backed by our work guarantee. We recommend a 30-day follow-up visit, which is typically included when it is deemed necessary.

Straight from our Yelp page

Customers love us. Pests hate us.

A selection of the reviews customers have left on our Yelp page, published in full and unedited.

I cannot explain how great these people are. Ron, the owner is super professional and fast to reply u2013 which are two qualities I look for in a company that I need in a pinch (when a rat is in my apartment).

I was honestly a bit nervous as I was referred by a coworker and literally every review is positive (which means you are paid to or they take money off), but they were as advertised.

Ron had his tech Joe out to our apartment faster than our braindead landlords and Joe showed me explained throughly and with fact based evidence (droppings) that it was actually a baby rat. He patched numerous entry points, set multiple traps, and assured me they would not be coming back.

I was not paid nor had a discount for this interview u2013 they are just that good!

Robbie S. Yelp review
Yelp

I used this company for the first time abt 3 years ago. The owner himself answered the call and scheduled a service ASAP. The person servicing the apartment came on time, completed the services and I never had any issues again in that apartment. Before using the company I had anxiety abt coming home, being home etc.

When I moved this past year, it was one of the important things on my list to get done before moving in, right up there with installing internet. Again Ron answered, coordinated and even communicated via text which was convenient for me. The person came on time, checked all the perimeters, sealed what needed to be.

Itu2019s honestly money very well spent for the peace it brings me.

Professional, fast, and the job gets done.

Julianna B. Yelp review
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Excellent. Meticulous. I wasted a lot of money on many professionals. I would have saved a lot of money and had peace of mind must sooner if I had gone with this company. Joe was the only person that pulled out the fridge. Thatu2019s the type of professional you need- someone that is serious about finding every single hole or access point. Peace is priceless. I have young children. I need someone that has a keen eye and does this line of work with care. Thank you.

Sheryl W. Yelp review
Yelp

I called City Express frantic this morning after seeing a little critter. Ron answered and was able to schedule a service today. I am so pleased with the job that was done, the exterminator took his time with covering up holes and finding entryways. He answered all my questions, went through the entire apartment and made sure I was happy with the outcome. I look forward to my 30 day visit and I hope I never see one of those things again! Ron called me after the visit to ask how the service went and to see if I was feeling better. I can finally sleep in peace tonight. Excellent service, 100% recommend.

Johanny P. Yelp review
Yelp

Picture this: Itu2019s Thursday night, 9:06pm, December 22nd, right before the long Christmas weekend. You are finishing a long day of work in your Flatiron office, alone on your floor, preparing for one more full day of work before the break. Out of the corner of your eye you see a frantic and scary mouse scurrying back and forth on your rug. You scream, and the mouse hides behind the couch.

Who you gonna call?

Fortunately, I called City Express Exterminating. On Friday morning I reached this company, and my paniced plea for help was received calmly by Ron. He assured me that it was possible, even with the holiday weekend, to send help out later that day yes u2013 Friday, December 23!

Richie arrived even earlier than scheduled. He looked over the office surroundings, and professionally and acutely assessed the situation. He explained to me the holes that were allowing for the infestation, and how he was going to stop them. He took extra care to explore any possible openings around the radiator and plugged those as well. We reviewed additional prevention strategies, and agreed that leaving bait boxes were the most that my stomach could handle. He assured me that it was VERY unlikely any more vermin could enter the office, but he would return in a month just to make sure that the holes were still plugged, and the boxes hadnu2019t been touched.

Did I mention this all took place on Friday, December 23rd, and that every other company had already closed for the holiday?

Living in New York City is a blessing and a curse. The curse is dealing with threats from vermin who donu2019t take Christmas off. The blessing is having resources like City Express Exterminating. They are a first rate company, providing professional, thorough, responsible, and efficient services. I thank Richie and this company for helping me get through the end of the year with my nerves in tact, my business thriving, and with the knowledge that I am well prepared for any rodential challenges in 2017.

Damon Lance J. Yelp review
Yelp

In my apartment I saw a tiny mouse scurry into the heat radiators one late night. I decided to do a search for an extermination company that would be able to take a look the next day because I was so terrified.

Luckily City express Exterminating was able to accommodate my concerns and come the next day. The specialist did a full walkthrough of every inch in my apartment and set up traps and barriers in all areas where mice could come in. They explained that I didnu2019t have an infestation and it was probably just an lone mouse trying to find warmth in the winter. I havenu2019t yet seen a mouse again.

Iu2019m knocking off one star because they are pretty pricey and I was told the credit card machine was not working which was kind of odd. I do think this should be made aware early on because many people may not keep that amount of cash on hold or would like to benefit from credit card cash back services. Also another reason for the deduction is I was supposed to get a 30 day follow up but didnu2019t receive one.

Esther O. Yelp review
Yelp

About a month ago we had a little mouse pop up in our Manhattan apartment. After living in NYC for 10+ years, this is the first time Iu2019ve dealt with a rodent of any sort, so itu2019s a pretty jarring experience when you see a mouse run across your kitchen, especially when you have a newborn baby crawling around the house.

I emailed City Express, and the next morning Ron got in touch, and within a few days a 2 of his team members came over. They were very thorough, filled all the gaps, laid down some traps, etc. Unfortunately a few weeks later the mouse showed up again. Ron scheduled Greg to come back out (today) and he was fantastic. He worked with our building handyman to pull the dishwasher out, as we werenu2019t able to get behind the dishwasher the first time they came out.

Ron has been very responsive and helpful throughout the process, and I again canu2019t stress enough how great Greg was. Weu2019re confident the job is done and the mouse have no way of getting into the apartment at this point, but even though we donu2019t know for certain, Greg did everything he could on his end.

Farbod D. Yelp review
Yelp

Greg came over to my NYCHA apartment and filled in the gaps. He told me where the rats like to live and where it goes pooping, etc.

He was not able to catch the rat but he helped rat proof my home. For that Iu2019m forever grateful. Greg also taught me where to place traps etc u2013 the trap ultimately worked. Without his pointers about where to place the rat trap, I highly doubt I wouldu2019ve caught it this quickly. That plus plugged in holes means no more rats for like forever.

Thanks again!

Eric N. Yelp review
Yelp

They are truly wonderful. I spotted a few tiny bugs near my bed and freaked out. My building manager had an exterminator who came to inspect and claims he saw nothing. A few days later I saw them again, as well as me getting bites.

I called them at 4am and Ron answered my call. He was wonderful and told me what the process is. Later that day he sent someone over who inspected and sprayed my apartment. 10 days later someone else was sent and did a follow up. Any questions I have, Ron answers.

A great dude with a great company. Would recommend 100%.

Edwin M. Yelp review
Yelp

I called them late afternoon on a Sunday and got a response right away. Unfortunately, they werenu2019t able to get some one out same day (although given the time when I reached out, I was not surprised and donu2019t fault them for). Someone did visit me first thing the next morning and did a thorough inspection. A follow up is scheduled in 30 days but so far I am happy with the service.

Tracy B. Yelp review
Yelp

Iu2019m just seeing my review from last year and this will be very similar, so give City Express points for consistency. My wife, while feeding our newborn, saw a mouse around 3:00 in the morning. By 8:00 am, on what was certainly one of the hottest and muggiest days of the year, Greg was in our apartment and on the hunt. It may be luck that City Express had someone available when we we were in need (twice!), but what isnu2019t luck is their professionalism and thoroughness. And Greg deserves another call-out. He was great.

Adam D. Yelp review
Yelp

Iu2019ve used them twice now for mice issues and both times have been excellent.

In my current case, Gary was not only prompt, professional, and kind, but he literally checked every place obvious and not for holes. He was helpful and really took his time, which I appreciated, especially since I had to juggle a dog and baby.

He found the breach, eliminated it and helped me reset the area. I would absolutely recommend and use them again(hopefully not too soon) Two thumbs way up!

Kindra H. Yelp review
Yelp

AMAZING mice removal and extermination. I had a very severe mouse infestation as my building management has let the situation get out of control. I decided to take matters into my own hands and hire these guys out of pocket, They did an incredible job dealing with my mouse problem, sealing up holes, and making sure they donu2019t come back. Very impressed and would highly recommend their service. 5 stars all the way!

Seven C. Yelp review
Yelp

Amazing care and service. They go out of their way to be helpful and are very knowledgeable. John was wonderful and they came last min before the holidays to fix my place!

Doug N. Yelp review
Yelp

Iu2019m a student living in New York. I woke up last night to find a huge RAT in my apartment! I call several pest control companies no response. Then I got in touch with City Exterminating and they were at my apartment within 1 hour! Ron came in removed the rat & sealed the opening where it came in from. He was amazing so happy he was able to help me out!!!! Thanks ron

Giana S. Yelp review
Yelp

I just bought my renovated apartment in May and lived here without seeing a mouse. Well, two days ago as I was working late at night at home, a mouse just came out from under the kitchen radiator and ran back out! I was mortified and too scared to sleep the rest of the night. I realize now, building management will only do so much. Glue traps are not enough if you donu2019t find the points of entry for mice. A colleague told me about this establishment and after thorough research and price quotes, I called them. Ron was very nice and professional and allowed me to have my freak out on the phone. All the other companies made me feel as if I was over reacting, but Ron did not do that. He actually calmed me down and I was more than happy to go with them for rodent control. He sent his son the next morning and he was thorough and showed me every hole and every place the mice could be coming from and filled each and every one THOROUGHLY. The renovation left several holes open and ALL of the radiators had large holes around them. No one had ever done a thorough check in all the years of this pre war building obviously. I highly recommend getting the full service because they go behind every appliance, the bathrooms, closets, every radiator. He even filled holes near my stairs for me to make me feel better! I felt so much better immediately and he will be back to check bait stations in thirty days. Again, for a full hour (and some change) of work and a follow up visit: this is worth every penny! I now feel comfortable in my new place.

Vanessa S. Yelp review
Yelp

City Express just finished exterminating and mice proofing our apartment in the West Village right around the corner from Murrayu2019s Cheese Shop (Mice HQ in NYC). They did a brilliant job and were extremely thorough. Went around our apartment twice and proofed every single room, closet, corner, nook & cranny. Pulled out all the appliances and base boards to ensure everything was proofed professionally.

Highly recommend their service. They also came in a momentu2019s notice which was also VERY MUCH appreciated considering we had seen 4 mice playing soccer with a Tortilla chip the night before. We called them at 11pm on Monday evening and by 7am Tuesday morning they were mice proofing our apartment. The other agency we had called said they couldnu2019t come out for 7 days which clearly was unacceptable.

Thanks again City Express! I definitely plan on recommending your service to others.

Jason F. Yelp review
Yelp

I had a mice issue in my apartment and called City Express to help me resolve my troubles. The dispatcher was extremely friendly and helpufl and offered same day service.

The tech. arrived not more than 3 hours after my call and was great! Patched all the entry points, laid down bait stations and set down glue traps. He even encouraged me to follow-up with them if I saw any additional evidence of mice. And, of course, the price was great!

I highly recommend these guys and will definitely use them again should I have another pest problem (roaches, mice, etc.).

Scott C. Yelp review
Yelp

I heard some noises at the middle of the night. I recently moved to the city. So I called a few exterminators and the only one who picked up was city express. They were very knowledgeable and let me know that it sounded like I had a rodent problem. A city express technician arrived shortly. He inspected the whole apt, found a hole were the rat came from sealed it up & caught the rat. They explained every part of there procedure. I havenu2019t had a problem since, thanks City Express for the great service!

Fadi S. Yelp review
Yelp

Very pleased with my experience with City Express! The owner, Ron, was incredibly responsive and pledged to get someone out to my apt. as soon as possible u2013 which he did. There was no guessing about rates for my rodent inspection and proofing or getting hosed once the tech showed up. That sort of transparency is very appreciated. He offered me 1 reasonable price that was incredibly affordable compared to his competition who quoted a rate of $550 for the first 2 hours. When Rich (the technician) showed up, he was polite, thorough, and explained everything perfectly. Though I didnu2019t actually have any new visitors (thank goodness), peace of mind is priceless!

Jen H. Yelp review
Yelp

I had a problem with mice due to construction in the street around my apartment. I called after hours and the technician arrived in an hour. To reserve the technician, they ask for your credit card number, and you have to pay by check. The technician Rich was great. I told my super the mice were coming in from under the stove and from a hole in my pantry closet. The super told me moving the stove would be a big job and theyu2019d have to tear down my counter. Rich pulled the stove out and filled the holes, 1-2-3. He went around the whole apartment to find entry ways like radiators and filled holes and set up glue traps and bait traps. He explained everything he did. And heu2019s very friendly and helpful and answered any questions I had. I highly recommend City Express!

Dina D. Yelp review
Yelp

How the service works

Every job starts with a full inspection. Here is how it runs from your first call to the follow-up visit.

First step

The inspection

Our service begins with a full inspection of your premises, followed by immediate service.

Fixed

Backed by our guarantee

Depending on the size of your premises the service typically takes 1-2 hours, and the work is backed by our guarantee.

Included

The 30-day follow-up

We recommend a 30-day follow-up visit, which is typically included when it is deemed necessary.

Before you book

Questions we get every day

Still unsure? Call 212 472 2847 and ask us directly — no script, no pressure.

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Still not sure? Ask us directly.

No script and no pressure — just a straight answer about your building.

Our average is 1–2 hours anywhere in the five boroughs, and we dispatch 24/7 including weekends and holidays. When you call, tell the dispatcher what you have seen and where you are, and they will book the visit.

Service is priced on the size of your premises, and the job typically takes 1-2 hours to complete. Call 212 472 2847 and we will talk through your situation before anything is booked. The work is backed by our guarantee.

Yes, and we are asked this every day. Your technician explains every product used and why before it is applied. We follow Integrated Pest Management, which means chemicals are used only where there is no other option, and any bait stations we place are tamper-resistant and set out of reach of children and pets.

Usually not. Most termite work is done at the foundation, cellar and soil line. If any part of the treatment requires you to step out, we tell you before we begin, not after.

No. Our service is discreet and our technicians are professional — a common reason co-ops and building managers call us back.

Our work is backed by our guarantee. We recommend a 30-day follow-up visit, which is typically included when it is deemed necessary, so the exclusion work can be re-checked.

Seeing mud tubes? We can be there within 2 hours.

24/7 termite inspection across all five boroughs. State certified technicians, 24 hours a day.