Licensed pest control in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Pest Control & Extermination Services
Pest control in Los Angeles mostly comes down to three things: drywood termites in old wood framing, roof rats in the palms and ivy, and Argentine ants that march in whenever the weather swings. Silver Lake bungalows, Koreatown apartment blocks and Van Nuys ranch homes all get their share. Send us a few details and we’ll line you up with a licensed LA company for a free quote. Most one-time visits here land at $380 to $700, and the tech can tell you on day one if it’s a bigger job.
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Pest Control Services In Los Angeles
Hillside homes, dense apartment blocks and a huge stock of pre-war wood framing give LA pests plenty of room to work with.
Termite ControlWestern drywood termites live inside LA’s old rafters and window frames and never need soil contact. Pellet piles on a Hollywood or Silver Lake windowsill are the classic clue.
Rodent ControlRoof rats travel on palm fronds, ivy and power lines, then drop into attics. Glendale and Pasadena yards with fruit trees feed them all year.
Ant ControlArgentine ants form supercolonies across the LA Basin, so one kitchen trail can link to millions of workers outside. Slow baits work, while perimeter sprays mostly split the trail.
Roach ExterminationGerman roaches hop between units in Koreatown and Hollywood apartment buildings through shared walls and plumbing. American roaches climb up out of storm drains and sewer lines.
Bed Bug TreatmentTourist hotels, short-term rentals and constant renter turnover keep bed bugs moving around the city. Heat treatment is common in apartments where tenants can’t clear out for long.
Mosquito ControlInvasive Aedes mosquitoes bite during the day and breed in a spoonful of water. Patio saucers in Culver City and Glendale backyards are prime spots.How Much Does Pest Control Cost In Los Angeles?
Los Angeles homeowners pay $380 to $700 for a one-time general visit, a bit above Angi’s national range. Hillside access, tight crawlspaces under raised foundations and drywood termites in the attic are what push LA bills higher.
The one-time and quarterly prices come from Angi’s Los Angeles cost guide. The other rows are Angi’s national ranges. Hillside and multi-story LA jobs take longer, so get two quotes before you commit.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| One-time general treatment | $380 to $700, more for a hillside home with a big lot |
| Quarterly plan | $130 to $380 per visit, handy where Argentine ants keep coming back |
| Termite spot or bait treatment | $250 to $1,000 for a small drywood pocket in a door frame or rafter |
| Drywood termite tenting | $1,500 to $8,000, with the house empty for about two or three nights |
| Rodent work | $180 to $600 for trapping plus sealing roof and vent gaps |
What To Know About Pests In Los Angeles
In 2018 a flea-borne typhus outbreak hit downtown LA, and rats and fleas even turned up inside City Hall, as CBS News reported. The disease spreads through fleas on rats, opossums and stray cats, so LA County Public Health tells pet owners to keep dogs and cats on flea control.
Day-biting Aedes mosquitoes showed up in the San Gabriel Valley in 2011 and have spread across most of the county since. The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District takes service requests and checks yards for breeding spots without charging residents.
When Pests Are Most Active In Los Angeles
- Spring
- Western subterranean termites swarm after spring rains. Argentine ants pour indoors once their soil nests stay soggy for a few days.
- Summer
- Heat waves send ants hunting for water under sinks. Aedes mosquitoes peak, and yellow jackets get bold around backyard food.
- Fall
- Drywood termites swarm on sunny autumn afternoons, often near windows. Roof rats start moving into attics as nights cool.
- Winter
- Winter storms flood ant nests and send trails into kitchens. It’s a quiet stretch for termite inspections and sealing rat entry points before spring.
Areas We Serve In Los Angeles, CA
Local pest control help across Los Angeles and the greater LA County area.
Pests We Treat In Los Angeles
These are the pests LA homeowners and renters ask us about most. Tap one for signs, prices and what treatment involves.
When You Can Skip The Pro In Los Angeles
An ant trail after rain or a lone spider in the garage is fine to handle on your own. Bait stations, a wiped counter and fresh caulk around the window frame go a long way.
Call a pro for pellet piles, scratching in the attic or roaches in a shared building. Drywood termites and roof rats keep spreading out of view, and apartment roaches come right back unless the whole building gets treated.
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Los Angeles Pest Control FAQs
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Do I need to tent my LA house for termites?
Only for widespread drywood infestations. A single colony in a door frame or rafter can get a spot treatment with heat, foam or a localized product.
In California, termite inspectors file a written report with the Structural Pest Control Board and you get a copy. Read where the damage is marked before you agree to fumigation.
Who handles mosquito complaints in Los Angeles?
Most of the city falls under the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District. File a service request online and an inspector checks for breeding sources.
Pasadena belongs to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District, and Long Beach runs its own vector control program.
Why are there rats in my palm tree?
Roof rats love the dead fronds that hang under a palm’s crown. They nest there and run along fences and wires to reach your roof.
Have the dead fronds trimmed and keep tree branches about 3 feet off the roofline.
Is my landlord responsible for roaches in my LA apartment?
California law requires rentals to be habitable, and that covers serious roach and rodent infestations. Tell your landlord in writing and keep dated photos.
The Los Angeles Housing Department takes habitability complaints when a landlord won’t act.
Can my dog stay home during an LA pest treatment?
For a standard spray or bait job, yes. Keep the dog inside or away from treated areas until things dry, and pick up food bowls first.
Tenting is the exception, with no people or animals allowed back until a licensed company clears the house.
Get A Free Quote In Los Angeles
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Hiring in Los Angeles? Check the company’s license first through the California Structural Pest Control Board. Yard-only companies, like mosquito and lawn sprayers, are licensed by the Department of Pesticide Regulation and register with the county agricultural commissioner instead.
We also match homeowners with local pros in San Diego, Fresno, Bakersfield and Visalia. See our California pest control page for statewide rules and pests.