Termite Control
Early-1900s homes with original wood and crawlspaces.
Pest control in Whittier
Whittier is a separate city at the eastern edge of the Gateway Cities. Around Uptown are some of the oldest homes in the area — Craftsman and Victorian-era houses — while northern streets climb toward the Puente Hills and open space.
- Separate city in the Gateway Cities
- Early-1900s homes near Uptown
- Hillside streets near open space
- Requests accepted; availability confirmed per address
Older homes near Uptown
Early-1900s homes with porches, wood siding, raised foundations and original windows are a big part of Whittier’s character. Regular termite inspections help protect that wood, and crawlspaces should stay dry and ventilated.
Hillside and open-space edges
Homes near the Puente Hills and other open space see more spiders, wasps and outdoor insects. Keep brush, wood piles and stored items away from the house, and check eaves for new nests in spring.
Raised foundations and crawlspaces
Many older Whittier homes sit on raised foundations with crawlspaces under the floor. Those spaces can stay damp after rain or plumbing leaks, which suits subterranean termites, wood-decay fungus, silverfish and outdoor roaches. Things worth checking:
- Foundation vents are open, screened and not buried by soil or planting.
- No standing water or wet soil under bathrooms and the kitchen.
- Wood debris and old form boards have been removed from the crawlspace.
Seasons near the hills
In spring and early summer, homes near the Puente Hills often see ant trails and earwigs around irrigated beds. Late summer brings yellowjackets, sometimes nesting in the ground on slopes. In fall, spiders and other insects move toward porches and garages as nights cool.
Mosquitoes and public agencies
For public mosquito concerns, contact the vector control district that serves your Whittier address and confirm before reporting. Private yard service is on our mosquito control page.
Whittier ZIP codes
We take requests from these Whittier ZIP codes. ZIP codes can cross city lines; availability is confirmed for each address.
- 90601 Whittier
- 90602 Whittier
- 90603 Whittier
- 90604 Whittier
- 90605 Whittier
- 90606 Whittier
- 90607 Whittier
- 90608 Whittier
- 90609 Whittier
- 90610 Whittier
- 90612 Whittier
Most-requested services here
Spider Control
Hillside lots near open space.
Wasp & Yellowjacket Control
Nests under eaves and in ground cover.
Ant Control
Ant trails in hot weather.
Frequently asked questions
Will termite treatment harm my older home?
The approach depends on what the inspection finds. Ask the inspector how localized treatment or other options would affect original materials before work begins.
Do you take requests from the hillside neighborhoods?
Yes, from across Whittier. Availability is confirmed for each address.
Why does my crawlspace matter for pests?
A damp crawlspace gives termites, fungus and moisture-loving insects a place to live right under the floor. Good ventilation, dry soil and clean wood debris make a big difference.
Are ground-nesting yellowjackets common near the hills?
Yes, especially in late summer on slopes and in ground cover. Don't block or pour anything into the entrance; have the nest located and removed.
Nearby areas
Request pest control in Whittier
Give us a call — we'll arrange an inspection and explain your options before any treatment.