Ants
Ants are New York’s most unwelcome house guests. Click here to find out how we can solve your ant problem using the low toxic, eco-friendly methods.
Flies
Flies come in all shapes and sizes. To get rid of them, call in the professionals at Ecology Exterminating Service.
Birds
We are NYC's #1 Humane bird removal & prevention company serving in all boroughs.
Roaches
From German Cockroaches, Oriental Cockroaches or American Cockroaches, Ecology Exterminating Service is a world-class experts in eco-friendly roach removal for both residential and commerical properties. Call now and ask about our Guaranteed Roach Proofing Service.
Bed Bugs
It's not your fault! Bed bugs are not a sign of uncleanliness. Click here to get rid of bed bugs today.
Termites
Ecology Exterminating Service is an expert at termite extermination for both NYC residential and commercial properties. Call today and ask about our Guaranteed Termite Extermination Service.
Bees & Wasps
Spring, summer and fall, bees and wasps are a common problem in New York City. Find out how to get rid of them quickly and safely.
Fleas & Ticks
Fleas and ticks are small, but they cause big problems for NYC homeowners. Ecology Exterminating Service is New York’s eco-friendly flea and tick removal expert!
Rats & Mice
NYC rats & mice are like their hosts: smart and tough. Here's how to spot them, outsmart them, and keep them out of your home or business.
Moths & Beetles
Moths and beetles can damage your valuable clothing and linens. And they can spoil foods in your kitchen.
Pest Control in Riverdale
In the 19th century, Riverdale was where the wealthiest New Yorker built their country estates. Located in the northern most part of New York City, the three square miles which comprise Riverdale contain about 49,000 residents. Riverdale is bordered by Yonkers on the north, Van Cortland Park and Kingsbridge on the east, the Hudson River on the west and Harlem River south.
Pest Control for Every Astoria Property
Residential: Homeowners & Renters
Astoria is mostly three-to-five story apartment buildings, which means pests move fast between units if they're not handled at the source. We work directly with homeowners and renters — no landlord approval required to get a quote or ask questions.Single-unit and full-building treatmentRenter-friendly scheduling (evenings/weekends available)Treatment plans that account for shared walls and common areas, not just your unit
Commercial: Businesses & Property Managers
Restaurants, retail spaces, medical offices, and multi-unit residential buildings face pest pressure a one-time treatment won't solve.Recurring service programs, not one-off visitsNYC health code compliance support — documentation ready for inspectionsDiscreet scheduling for customer-facing businesses (before/after hours available)Volume pricing for property managers with multiple buildings
Why Astoria Sees So Many Pest Problems
Astoria's pest pressure isn't random. It's tied to specific local conditions:
Dense, multi-unit housing. Most of Astoria consists of three-to-five story apartment buildings where pests travel easily between units through shared walls, pipes, and vents.
Older building stock. Older construction in Old Astoria and Astoria Heights means more gaps, cracks, and aging infrastructure, creating easy entry points for roaches and rodents.
Nearby construction activity. Ongoing development near the Long Island City border regularly displaces rodents into neighboring residential blocks.
Waterfront exposure. Buildings along the East River and Ditmars-Steinway corridor see more bird activity due to proximity to the water.
Shared laundry and common areas. Bed bugs and moths spread more easily in buildings with shared laundry rooms and storage.
Pest Facts about Riverdale
Despite its weathy pedigree, cockroaches are a problem in 37.9% of Riverdale homes, which is only about 10% lower than the average in the Bronx. Mice and rats are seen in approximately 30% fewer homes than the average Bronx home: about 23% of Roverdale residents report seeing a mouse or rat. Bedbugs are not a big concern in Riverdale.
The #1 Exterminator for Riverdale
Ecology Exterminating has been serving Riverdale for more than 30 years. We drive discrete, unmarked vans and have plain uniforms. Your privacy is assured. We accept all major credit cards. Contact us today.
Even if you have only a slight visible pest problem, there is a good chance that there are more pests lurking in and around your home. Treating a pest problem early helps to ensure that your problem doesn’t escalate into an emergency.
We stand behind all of our work. If problems reoccur within a short amount of time we will return to your home free of cost.
The length of time depends upon the type of pest and the action taken. Some procedures do not require the residents to leave their home, while others require you to leave for up to 4 hours.
Residents are only required to be present for interior pest control services.
Our technicians serve both residential and commercial clients throughout the five boroughs.
