Termite Control
Original wood in 1940s–60s homes.
Pest control in Downey
Downey is a separate city in the Gateway Cities of southeast Los Angeles County, known for wide streets of post-war single-family homes with mature trees and yards, between the Rio Hondo and San Gabriel River channels.
- Separate city in the Gateway Cities
- Post-war homes with mature yards
- Apartments along main corridors
- Requests accepted; availability confirmed per address
Post-war homes and mature yards
Many Downey homes were built in the 1940s–60s, with wood eaves, garages and decades-old trees and shrubs. Mature landscaping close to the walls gives ants and spiders shelter, and original wood is worth a periodic termite inspection.
Apartments
Apartment buildings along the city’s main corridors share walls and plumbing, so cockroach and bed bug problems often need neighboring units checked too.
Hot inland summers
Downey sits well inland, so summers run hotter and drier than on the coast. Heat waves are when Argentine ants move indoors looking for water, outdoor American cockroaches come up through drains and garages, and yellowjackets peak in late summer around patios, trash cans and fruit trees.
- Fix sprinkler leaks and overwatering next to the foundation before the hottest months.
- Keep drain covers in place in laundry rooms and garages.
- Pick up fallen fruit and keep trash bins closed.
Termite reports when buying or selling
Buyers and lenders in California often ask for a wood-destroying pests and organisms inspection before a sale. The report usually separates Section 1 items (active termites, fungus or damage) from Section 2 items (conditions likely to lead to problems, such as wood touching soil or plumbing leaks). If you’re getting ready to sell an older Downey home, an inspection ahead of listing lets you deal with findings on your own schedule. See termite inspection and treatment.
Mosquitoes and public agencies
Downey is within the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District, which handles public mosquito surveillance and reports of neglected pools. Private yard service is on our mosquito control page.
Downey ZIP codes
We take requests from these Downey ZIP codes. ZIP codes can cross city lines; availability is confirmed for each address.
- 90239 Downey
- 90240 Downey
- 90241 Downey
- 90242 Downey
Most-requested services here
Ant Control
Mature yards and planting against walls.
Spider Control
Garages, sheds and older trees.
Cockroach Control
Shared plumbing in apartment buildings.
Frequently asked questions
Is Downey part of Los Angeles?
No. Downey is a separate city in southeast Los Angeles County.
Who handles mosquitoes in Downey?
The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District handles public mosquito issues; private service covers your own yard.
Do I need a termite report to sell my Downey home?
It isn't required in every sale, but buyers and lenders often ask for one. Your real estate agent can tell you what your contract calls for.
When are ants worst in Downey?
During summer heat waves and dry spells, when ants move inside looking for water. Treating the colony and fixing moisture near the walls works better than spraying the trail.
Nearby areas
Request pest control in Downey
Give us a call — we'll arrange an inspection and explain your options before any treatment.