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Donahue Termite Inspections

Santa Barbara, CA

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David Moreno’s take

David Moreno
Donahue Termite Inspections has built a solid reputation in Santa Barbara over the years, and the numbers back it up—4.8 stars across 51 Google reviews, with recent feedback consistently hitting five stars. Despite the name focusing on termites, they handle the full spectrum of pest control work: spiders (including black widows and recluses), rodents, roaches, and both localized treatments and full-structure tenting when drywood termites demand it. That range matters in our coastal climate, where salt air and canyon living create pest pressure year-round.

What stands out in the reviews is the repeat-customer loyalty. One canyon homeowner mentioned using them for years and calling them friends—that's not language you hear about fly-by-night operators. Another reviewer specifically praised Christopher and Vanessa as an efficient team, and multiple people noted prompt communication. In my experience coordinating subcontractors on restoration projects, responsiveness separates the pros from the headaches.

The evidence here is thin on pricing or specific treatment methods, so I can't speak to their cost structure or whether they lean organic or conventional. But the consistency of five-star ratings through mid-2026, combined with that Garden Street address and active Facebook presence, suggests a local outfit that shows up and follows through. If you're dealing with termites before a sale or need reliable pest management in the foothills, Donahue seems worth the call.

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