A family owned and operated business since 1990 based on honesty, efficiency, and quality. We offer competitive pricing for inspections and repairs. No charge for non-escrow quotes or second opinions.

We specialize in realtor/broker/refinance needs and provide fast turn-around; inspection reports within 24 hours. Repairs and treatments performed are flexible to the home owner or realtor/broker needs. The cost of repairs are determined at the time of the inspection or evaluation of customer concerns.

We subcontract tent fumigation treatments which are backed by the best guarantee in the industry. We offer a Foamigation™ treatment in some situations rather then a fumigation. Foamigation™ is unique to Cal Oaks Termite, and is a trademark owned and licensed to Charles Bates, Inc. since 2001.

Cal Oaks Termite is where you go for friendly and efficient service. Cal Oaks Termite is where you go for termite done right!

About us

After attending Long Beach State University and serving 3 years in the US Army, Chuck Bates became a journeyman carpenter.  After which he joined the pest control industry and now has 27 years experience.  Chuck founded Cal Oaks Termite in 1990 and has become an innovator of methods and is an advocate for honesty.

Adam Bates has experience in the termite industry since 1990.  He has earned a degree in Business Management and managed a retail store for Cricket Wireless for 8 years before rejoining the Cal Oaks Termite team in 2012. Adam brings over ten years of experience in customer service and is fully committed to the customer experience.