Mariners Pest Control is a termite company headquartered in Irvine California with a branch office in Alameda. Both offices are run by Nathan Symons. After graduating from U.C. Berkeley in 1996, Nathan began working in the termite industry as a carpenter, and then became licensed as a field representative working with two different companies before opening Mariners Pest Control, Inc. in 2005.The company began in the garage of a one bedroom apartment with Nathan and one employee and serviced Orange County California. In the last seven years, Mariners has grown to over 30 employees with over 7500 square feet of office providing localized termite treatments, fumigations, and structural repair in San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and the entire San Francisco Bay area.
Mariners Pest Control Management and staff stay up-to-date with training and education to ensure each of our customers receive the best service possible. Our licensed termite technicians specialize in termite inspections for residential and commercial structures. The field techs are licensed in wood destroying insect/termiticide application.
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Pest Control: How to Identify Termites
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Reviews (12) Ruth Hirsch
Aug 10, 2022
Stella Samarian
Aug 10, 2022
Nick Leone
Jun 01, 2021
Mariners Pest Control was by far the best termite company I have used.from start to finish there is not a thing I can complain about. They are very knowledgeable and took care of my termite problem just as they had explained to me. Their prices were fraction of what other companies quoted.what more could I ask for? Services: Termite inspection, Termite extermination, General pest inspection
Cindy Petersen
May 29, 2021
After discovering rotted wood on my porch, I called Mariners. I wanted to replace the wood in question. The inspector, Shawn, said that the damage I pointed to was not from termites but from wood rotted by water over the years. He suggested that repair could probably be done more cheaply by a handyman. Since I wanted someone professional to do the work, I asked him to inspect the whole house.
He pointed to damage in several places, some caused by termites and some by water over time. I agreed to have them do all the work, including killing any termites they found in the process. They began work a couple of weeks later, not only replacing and painting the damaged wood but also pulling up roofing tiles and paper and adding preventative chemicals in my attic. They were efficient, professional and, I thought, reasonably priced considering the wood, paint and 8 hours it took two men to complete the job.
He pointed to damage in several places, some caused by termites and some by water over time. I agreed to have them do all the work, including killing any termites they found in the process. They began work a couple of weeks later, not only replacing and painting the damaged wood but also pulling up roofing tiles and paper and adding preventative chemicals in my attic. They were efficient, professional and, I thought, reasonably priced considering the wood, paint and 8 hours it took two men to complete the job.
Carrie Cao
May 22, 2021
Do NOT do business with them. VERY unprofessional. Douglas inspected our house for termite and wood replacement. He missed 2 pieces of wood, and when we found it, he refused to replace it when he was the one that missed it. There are still termite droppings in our bathroom and random places throughout the house. Definitely do NOT recommend. Total rip off.
Chuck Virzi
Apr 05, 2020
This company is a fraud! They told me I needed a spray treatment in my attic for termites. They wanted to charge me 1000$ to get it passed so I could sell my home. I called Gallant pest control for a second opinion, and Anthony the tech said there wasn't any evidence of termites at all, and that my house was cleared to sell. It went from costing me 1000$, to 75$. Mariners is a total scam artist. Mariners tech hung up on me when I started questioning his diagnosis.
When I called to talk to Nathan the owner, he avoided all three calls of mine. This is a joke! I would totally recommend Gallant. I've already let Anthony know he will be getting my business when I buy my new house.
When I called to talk to Nathan the owner, he avoided all three calls of mine. This is a joke! I would totally recommend Gallant. I've already let Anthony know he will be getting my business when I buy my new house.
Susan Saremi
Nov 27, 2019
Kudos to Mariners. Technician came out promptly during lockdown to honor contract and treat an active termite infestation inside my house. Practiced social distancing during time in my home and effectively treated the problem area. Would have given 5 stars but receptionist would not set an appointment when I called the office, saying she could not say when they could come out. Promised to call back, but did not do so. After waiting a while I went on line and set up an appointment as a new client for the following week. After that everything was 5 star service!
Herman Madden
Nov 17, 2019
I recently hired Mariners Pest Control, Inc. after a very competitive bid and inspection process. I had bids/inspections from four different companies. In my case cost was not the deciding factor. I narrowed my decision down to two companies and Mariners got the bid based on detailed wood mitigation and repair. They met my needed start date and assured me the job would be completed in two days (Friday/Saturday). Shawn Mallette (Mariners Field Representative) delivered on his promise.
The crew showed up on time and immediately went about their work. I have a two story home and was amazed at how efficient they performed on some of the second story work. They did exactly what they said they would do in the prescribed time line. Their on site foreman (Nefi) was an absolute pleasure to work with. I recently retired from one of our class 1 railroads after forty years and dealt with hundreds of contractors during my career so I know what I'm talking about.
My experience with Mariners was a 10 out of 10. They worked safely, maintained an orderly work area, and properly cleaned up after the job's completion. Last but certainly not least they respected our property and responded to some of the minor things we pointed out.
The crew showed up on time and immediately went about their work. I have a two story home and was amazed at how efficient they performed on some of the second story work. They did exactly what they said they would do in the prescribed time line. Their on site foreman (Nefi) was an absolute pleasure to work with. I recently retired from one of our class 1 railroads after forty years and dealt with hundreds of contractors during my career so I know what I'm talking about.
My experience with Mariners was a 10 out of 10. They worked safely, maintained an orderly work area, and properly cleaned up after the job's completion. Last but certainly not least they respected our property and responded to some of the minor things we pointed out.
Jr
Jun 02, 2019
They have great customer and technical service! The inspector who inspected the property was very knowledgeable and did not use high sales tactics. The technician was attentive and he knew what he was doing. He said he has been in the business for more than 20 years. I was extremely happy when I knew that my house was not under some new comers hand. Overall, was one of the best company I worked with. Thanks and keep it up.
John Lockett
Jan 28, 2019
When I hired Mariners several years ago to provide termite service for my primary residence and a rental home, I was impressed by their attention to detail responsiveness and proactive nature. For the past several years I've had Mariner's under contract as the primary pest control service provider for my residence. Over the years, I've noticed a gradual decline in the quality of service and attentiveness provided by Mariners.
My most recent experience included not removing droppings from areas that they treated, failing to inspect the crawl space at my residence, and completely missing a significant termite infestation in the garage. Anything that required the use of the ladder, a mirror or would get their clothes dirty was simply ignored. Shawn, the Operations Manager for Mariners, came out and conducted a thorough and professional reassessment of my property.
Within a week, his crew came out and did a fine job treating what Shawn had identified. Five months later, I noticed termite droppings on my back porch. I called Mariners and scheduled an appointment for the following Saturday (Thanksgiving weekend). When they didn't show in the promised window, I called the office, but got no response. When I called the office Monday morning to discuss the issue with the owner or manager, I was told that they were out, but I would get a call back (not received as of Monday, close of business).
My most recent experience included not removing droppings from areas that they treated, failing to inspect the crawl space at my residence, and completely missing a significant termite infestation in the garage. Anything that required the use of the ladder, a mirror or would get their clothes dirty was simply ignored. Shawn, the Operations Manager for Mariners, came out and conducted a thorough and professional reassessment of my property.
Within a week, his crew came out and did a fine job treating what Shawn had identified. Five months later, I noticed termite droppings on my back porch. I called Mariners and scheduled an appointment for the following Saturday (Thanksgiving weekend). When they didn't show in the promised window, I called the office, but got no response. When I called the office Monday morning to discuss the issue with the owner or manager, I was told that they were out, but I would get a call back (not received as of Monday, close of business).
Matthew Mancini
Dec 16, 2018
Unorganized and unprofessional. Had an inspection scheduled for Tuesday 11/7/2018 for 9 am. Drove one hour to the location and made sure I was puntual and respectful of this company's time. Unfortunately they didn't have the same attitude. Never showed up. No call no show. Called them two times. They told me they would call me back. Never called be back. Sat there for 4 hours waiting for them and then just decided to leave.
Guess I'll hire someone else. I think everyone else should too. (Started reading their other bad reviews on yelp and I just realized that this is an ongoing issue with this company!) FYI
Guess I'll hire someone else. I think everyone else should too. (Started reading their other bad reviews on yelp and I just realized that this is an ongoing issue with this company!) FYI
Mike C
Mar 20, 2014
