About us

It was 1990, democracy was arriving in Eastern Europe, Portugal still had only one television channel, and the Autonomous Region of Madeira was going through a phase of rapid evolution. However, there was still no professional pest control company on the island. In November of that year, António Sales Caldeira and Derek Ash decided to found the company Extermínio. Since then, we have been market leaders not only in pest control but also in the innovation that takes place in the sector.
The values and vision

At Grupo Extermínio, we believe in the integrity of people, and in the rigour, professionalism and competence that we dedicate to our clients. To achieve these goals, our philosophy of constant innovation makes us pursue the most demanding certifications and the most advanced training.

At the same time, we believe in the safety of our team, our customers and the environment, with a special focus on public health and adopting new environmental practices, techniques and technologies.

Today we are a group that offers global solutions, responding to customer needs, not only in the prevention and control of pests but also in the areas of hygiene and cleaning, introducing the BioSoluções brand to the market, through the company SetaVerde, with various innovative solutions, ranging from training and consultancy to research and creation of hygiene and cleaning products.

Environmental and social responsibility

Since the beginning, we have based our strategy on principles of environmental protection and social responsibility. Our values include integrity, trust and respect for the environment and all those who live in the Autonomous Region of Madeira. 

Aware of the impact that our actions have on the environment, society and the economy, we are constantly concerned with maintaining good practices that guarantee a more promising future for all of us. 

The activity of controlling urban pests implies a constant balance between business requirements and environmental resources, so the preservation of natural resources is always a priority. The minimization of the environmental impact, the sustainability of the environmental resources, and the protection and environmental balance constitute a priority of the Extermínio Group.

Chronology

Our history

  • 1990Foundation

    Antonio Sales Caldeira and Derek Ash founded the company in November 1990.
  • 1996Derat control on Porto Santo Island

    Internationally recognized work, in which technical zero was reached for 6 months. The remaining fauna was not affected.
  • 2000Certification

    ISO 9001 Quality Management System Certification, awarded by Lloyd's. We were the first company in the sector in RAM to be certified.
  • 2004BioSoluções

    We created our own brand for cleaning and hygiene products.
  • 2005Aedes Aegipty

    We were invited to initiate combat and primary control of the Aedes Aegipty mosquito.
  • 2009PME Lider

    We were recognized as a PME Líder company, an IAPMEI seal created to distinguish the merit of national PME's.
  • 2014Green Pest Control

    Introduction of urban pest control methodologies without biocides.
  • 2017Woodforever

    Launch of the Woodforever brand.
  • 2017CEPA certification

    We became the first company in RAM to be certified with the European Standard EN 16636 by CEPA (Confederation of European Pest Associations).
  • 2019Digital

    Integration of digital monitoring technologies for urban pests.
  • 2021Deratization and Plan at CMF

    Implementation of the Rat Control and De-Baratization Plan at Funchal City Council.
  • 2022New Image

    Grupo Extermínio launches its first rebranding, presenting a new identity for the Extermínio and BioSoluções brands.
Testimonials

No one know us
better than
our clients!

  • Mirandolina Freitas
    To date, we are satisfied customers both with the products supplied and the services provided.
    Mirandolina Freitas
    Ilhapeixe
  • Sónia Fernandez
    Effectiveness and successful partnership.
    Sónia Fernandez
    ANA, Aeroportos de Portugal
  • Carla
    Great quality service.
    Carla
    Casa Velha do Palheiro
  • Cátia Rodrigues
    Excellent!
    Cátia Rodrigues
    ASA - Associação de Desenvolvimento de Santo Antonio
  • Carlos Camacho
    Professional service.
    Carlos Camacho
    Horários do Funchal
  • Nídia Gonçalves
    The products satisfy for good cleaning and hygiene in our school.
    Nídia Gonçalves
    Auxílio Maternal do Funchal
  • Cláudia Vieira
    Quality of products and professionalism of the entire team.
    Cláudia Vieira
    Os Especiais - Associação de Inclusão Social
  • Renato Caldeira
    Quality and reliable products and services.
    Renato Caldeira
    Casa do Povo de Boaventura
  • Clara Noronha
    Company with excellent products!
    Clara Noronha
    Secretaria Regional de Turismo e Cultura
  • Luís Cardoso
    Efficiency, availability, punctuality.
    Luís Cardoso
    J. Cardoso S.A.
  • João Luís Lima
    Provision of services with efficiency and quality.
    João Luís Lima
    Town Hotels
  • Paulo Faria
    They fully correspond to the contracted services.
    Paulo Faria
    Barceló Portugal- Allegro Madeira
  • Filipe Azevedo
    With Exterminio I know that pests are controlled.
    Filipe Azevedo
  • Sónia Nóbrega
    Very professional, attentive, friendly and efficient.
    Sónia Nóbrega
    The Views Oásis
  • Carlos Camacho
    Very professional work.
    Carlos Camacho
    Horários do Funchal - Transportes Públicos, SA
  • Artur Vasconcelos
    Satisfied with the quality of service provided.
    Artur Vasconcelos
    Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa
  • Carla de Sousa
    Efficiency and technical knowledge to solve the problems presented, not hesitating to contact us for any question in this area.
    Carla de Sousa
    Dom Pedro Hotels & Golf Collection
  • Alexandra Batista
    The services provided meet the desired. Satisfied with the results.
    Alexandra Batista
    Hospital Particular da Madeira
  • Paula Ferreira
    Satisfied to be able to rely on the reliability and professionalism of Extermínio.
    Paula Ferreira
    Tecnovia Madeira (concessões marítimas)
  • Cláudia Côrte
    Totally satisfied!
    Cláudia Côrte
    SESARAM, EPERAM
  • Gil Freitas
    Rigour and professionalism in work carried out.
    Gil Freitas
    Câmara Municipal do Funchal
  • Lizuarte Gonçalves Rodrigues
    Satisfied because it complies with what was requested and agreed.
    Lizuarte Gonçalves Rodrigues
    Hoteis do Grupo Sousa - Porto Santo
  • Cristina Pestana
    We are very satisfied with this service. Your employees are very professional, dedicated, attentive and available.
    Cristina Pestana
    Empresa de Cervejas da Madeira
  • Jorge Miguel Freitas Ferreira
    A true business partner.
    Jorge Miguel Freitas Ferreira
    Reid´s Palace a Belmond Hotel
  • Alberto Reynolds
    Always innovating, looking for solutions and answers.
    Alberto Reynolds
    Quinta Jardins do Lago & Quinta da Casa Branca

We take pests so seriously that we got certified.