SoHo Pest Control

📍 Serving 10012 & 10013 · NYSDEC-licensed Manhattan experts since 2010

– Manhattan Experts Since 2010

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New York Exterminating provides licensed, ACE-certified pest control across SoHo (10012, 10013) — for cast-iron loft buildings, flagship retail and galleries, lofts above storefronts, and restaurants. Led by an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE), NYSDEC #15140, we are Manhattan’s specialists in biting bugs (bed bugs, fleas, and mites), professional mouse exclusion, and clothes-moth and textile-pest control — with discreet, same-day service, free estimates, and guaranteed results. Call (347) 210-4646.

Expert Pest Control for SoHo’s Loft Buildings, Retail & Galleries

SoHo pairs landmark cast-iron loft buildings and residential lofts with flagship retail, galleries, and restaurants — often stacked in the same building. That mix of aging structures, ground-floor commerce, and stored retail inventory creates distinctive pest pressure that calls for a discreet, knowledgeable team.

Discreet, Same-Day Pest Control in SoHo
Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) on staff · NYSDEC #15140 · Free estimates · Bilingual EN/ES

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Biting-Bug Specialists: Bed Bugs, Fleas & Mites in SoHo

Loft turnover, sublets, and shared buildings make bed bugs a recurring SoHo issue, and the open floor plans of loft conversions let them spread quickly if they aren’t caught early. Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) hide in mattress seams, headboards, baseboards, and behind switch plates, and they move between cast-iron loft buildings and lofts above retail through wall voids and riser penetrations. Our protocol pairs K-9 bed bug inspection — trained scent-detection dogs that confirm live bugs and viable eggs with an accuracy a visual check cannot match — with the cure: whole-room bed bug heat treatment that raises the space to roughly 120–130°F and kills every life stage, including eggs, in a single visit with no odor or residue. We finish with mattress encasements, follow-up monitoring, and coordination of adjoining units so the problem is eliminated, not relocated.

Just as important, we identify the biting pests routinely mistaken for bed bugs: fleas left by pets or a previous resident’s animals, and bird mites and rat mites that invade from pigeon nests on ledges and HVAC units or from rodents in the walls — plus other biting mites. Each needs a completely different treatment, and getting the identification right is exactly where an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) changes the outcome.

Mouse & Rodent Control Done Right — Exclusion, Not Just Bait

SoHo’s old cast-iron loft buildings and ground-floor retail and restaurants give mice and rats easy harborage and paths between floors. A house mouse (Mus musculus) passes through a gap the width of a pencil, and in SoHo’s cast-iron loft buildings and lofts above retail it travels the whole building through wall voids, riser penetrations, and utility chases. Bait alone just feeds a population that re-enters from next door. Real, lasting control is exclusion: we find and physically seal every entry point with copper mesh, hardware cloth, and sealant, knock the existing population down with tamper-resistant stations and trapping, and correct the sanitation and harborage that drew them in. That professional pest-proofing is the step most companies skip — and the one we guarantee.

Clothes-Moth & Textile-Pest Experts in SoHo

SoHo’s loft closets and the wool and cashmere inventory in its boutiques are exactly what clothes moths look for. The damage is done by clothes-moth larvae, not the fluttering adults. Two species feed here — the webbing clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella) and the casemaking clothes moth (Tinea pellionella) — and both eat keratin: wool, cashmere, silk, fur, and felt. They leave irregular holes, grazed thread-bare patches, and silken webbing or tiny portable cases in dark, undisturbed closets, under furniture, and along the edges and undersides of wool rugs. Because they smolder for months in storage, most clothes-moth infestations are caught only after a favorite garment or an heirloom rug is ruined. We inspect closets, storage, and rug undersides, identify the species and source, treat with targeted residual and crevice work plus pheromone monitoring, and advise on cleaning, freezing, and storage to protect the rest.

German Cockroaches & Retail/Restaurant Pressure

SoHo’s restaurants and the apartments and retail above them keep German cockroaches in supply. We eliminate the colony at the source with microinjection and sterilizing growth regulators, provide discreet compliant programs for retail and food businesses, and coordinate across floors so roaches don’t travel between units. Guaranteed.

Lofts, Retail, Galleries & Restaurants — Discreet, Documented Service

We tailor treatment to SoHo’s mix of residential lofts, flagship retail, galleries, and restaurants, with unmarked scheduling, documentation, and coordination across floors so problems are solved building-wide.

Why SoHo Trusts New York Exterminating

An Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) on staff, NYSDEC registration #15140, more than a decade serving Manhattan, genuine specialization in biting bugs, mouse exclusion, and textile pests, discreet service, guaranteed results, free estimates, and bilingual (English/Spanish) support.

SoHo Pest Control FAQs

Can you treat a boutique or gallery discreetly?

Yes — unmarked scheduling, compliant treatment, and documentation, with minimal disruption to a store, showroom, or gallery.

Why do roaches keep coming back in my loft building?

In mixed retail-and-residential buildings, roaches survive in untreated units and re-migrate. We coordinate across floors so the colony is eliminated, not relocated.

I just sublet a SoHo loft and started getting bitten — what now?

Get it inspected right away. A K-9 inspection confirms bed bugs and we can clear the unit with heat, while ruling out fleas and mites.

How do I protect retail wool inventory and my own textiles from moths?

We inspect and treat storage and closets, identify the clothes-moth species, and advise on monitoring and storage to protect wool, cashmere, and rugs.

Are you licensed and certified?

Yes — New York Exterminating is NYSDEC-registered (#15140) with an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) on staff, serving Manhattan since 2010.

Do you speak Spanish?

Yes, our team provides bilingual English/Spanish support.

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Trusted by Institutions Since 2010

Serving property managers, senior facilities, shelters, affordable-housing programs, and businesses across NYC since 2010 — many long-term clients trust our work.

Eco-Friendly and Client-Focused Service

Botanical/organic options, German-cockroach elimination and rodent-exclusion programs, full bilingual support (EN/ES), plus a client portal with reports, photos, and chemical logs for total transparency.

Fully Licensed, Certified & Compliant

NYSDEC Registered — Reg. #15140 — with fully licensed technicians (Jorge Bedoya, Tomas Cusati, Jason Mendoza). We follow all regulations for safe, legal treatments.

Science-Driven Pest Control Expertise

Led by an Associate Certified Entomologist (Jorge Bedoya) and technicians trained in urban entomology, we use IPM and proven methods for lasting results.

from inspection to protection

From first inspection to final follow-up, our science-based process ensures every pest problem is solved with precision, safety, and lasting protection

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Are your pest control treatments safe for pets and children?

Yes. We use eco-friendly and low-toxicity treatments designed to protect your family, pets, and the environment.

Yes. We offer bilingual services in English and Spanish to ensure clear communication and support for all our clients across New York City.

We proudly serve all five boroughs of New York City — Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island — as well as surrounding areas.

You can access all your service reports, invoices, and treatment details through our secure online Client Portal. Simply log in anytime to view records, photos, and chemical logs for full transparenc

We specialize in removing rodents, insects, raccoons, and other common pests, providing thorough inspections and effective solutions to keep your home or business pest-free.

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