Termite Control
Historic wood-frame homes are the top reason Pasadena residents request inspections.
Pasadena is known for its historic architecture — Craftsman bungalows, period revival homes and early apartment courts — set between the Arroyo Seco and the San Gabriel foothills. Protecting original wood and managing pests around mature gardens are recurring themes here.
Neighborhoods such as Bungalow Heaven and those near the Arroyo are full of early-1900s wood-frame homes with original siding, porches, rafter tails and wood windows. That character is worth protecting. A termite inspection can look at:
If your home is in a historic district, discuss repairs with the inspector and check with the City of Pasadena about any design review that may apply to exterior work.
Mature trees, irrigated gardens and properties near the Arroyo Seco and the foothills attract ants, wasps and spiders. Keeping vegetation trimmed back from the house and managing fruit trees helps.
Pasadena is served by the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District for public mosquito surveillance and reports of neglected pools.
We take requests from these Pasadena ZIP codes. ZIP codes can cross city lines; availability is confirmed for each address.
Historic wood-frame homes are the top reason Pasadena residents request inspections.
Mature gardens and warm summers bring ant trails indoors.
Eaves and garden nests near the foothills in summer and fall.
Webs and black widows around older garages, porches and garden structures.
Treatment approach depends on the findings. Ask the inspector to explain how localized treatment or other options would affect original materials, and discuss repairs before work begins.
Altadena is an unincorporated community next to Pasadena. You can request service with your address and availability will be confirmed.
Give us a call — we'll arrange an inspection and explain your options before any treatment.