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Mosquito & Vector Control in San Gabriel Valley: Who We Are

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About the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District

The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District provides mosquito and vector control services in Los Angeles County, protecting over 1.5 million residents across 26 cities in the San Gabriel Valley. Our mission is to provide the highest level of protection from vectors and vector-borne diseases in the San Gabriel Valley. Our team works year-round to monitor, control, and prevent mosquitoes, black flies, and other vectors through science-based strategies, community education, and responsive service.

While we monitor and control for mosquito-borne diseases in your community, residents work to keep their homes bite-free.

What Does a Vector Control District Do?

Under the California Health and Safety Code, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District  ("The District”, “SGVMVCD” or “SGVmosquito”) is a public health agency responsible for managing organisms called vectors. Vectors can transmit diseases to humans and animals.

At SGV Mosquito, we focus on:

  • Mosquito surveillance and control
  • Prevention of mosquito-borne diseases
  • Inspection of standing water sources
  • Public education and outreach
  • Responding to service requests from residents

Our work helps reduce health risks and improve the quality of life throughout the San Gabriel Valley.

 

Do You Need Mosquito or Vector Control Service in Your Area?

Bees 

SGVmosquito does not respond to bees. You can contact a private pest control company, or the LA County Agricultural Commissioner of Weights and Measures at (626) 575-5471 or their Bee Hotline at 1-800-BEE-WARY (1-800-233-9279)

Rodents 

SGVmosquito does not respond to rodents. Please contact the LA County Department of Health Services, Vector Management Program – (626) 430-5461. For Pasadena residents, contact the Pasadena Citizen Service Center at (626) 744-7311.

Fire Ants 

SGVmosquito does not respond to cockroaches, fire ants, or common house flies. You should contact a private pest control. 

Areas We Serve in the San Gabriel Valley

The District provides mosquito and vector control services to communities throughout the San Gabriel Valley in Los Angeles County at no extra cost.

Cities and communities we serve include:
Alhambra, Arcadia, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Bradbury, Claremont, Covina, Duarte, El Monte, Glendora, Industry, Irwindale, La Puente, La Verne, Monrovia, Monterey Park, Pasadena, Pomona, Rosemead, San Dimas, San Gabriel, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, Temple City, Walnut, West Covina, and areas of unincorporated Los Angeles County. 

If you live in the San Gabriel Valley, SGVmosquito is your local public agency for mosquito control and prevention. View the map below to identify our district boundaries and other vector control districts in Los Angeles County. 

How Is Mosquito and Vector Control Funded?

The San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is a public agency funded primarily through local property taxes and benefit assessments within Los Angeles County. This funding allows us to provide mosquito control and vector control services to residents at no additional cost at the time of service. 

Cost of Services Per Year for Most Residents
$20.00 per year

All funding is used to protect public health and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases in the communities we serve. We are committed to transparency and responsible use of public funds, with oversight and accountability built into our operations.

Integrated Vector Management (IVM)

Our work is guided by an Integrated Vector Management (IVM) program, a comprehensive strategy that uses multiple methods to control mosquitoes efficiently and responsibly.

IVM includes:

  • Biological control (e.g., mosquito fish)
  • Environmental management (eliminating breeding sites)
  • Public education
  • Area-wide pesticide use when necessary

This balanced approach ensures effective mosquito control while minimizing environmental impact.

Protecting Public Health Since 1989

Since 1989, the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District has been committed to protecting the community through professional, science-driven mosquito control.

Our team includes state-certified vector control technicians who receive ongoing training to stay current with the latest tools, technology, and best practices in vector control.

We work closely with local and state partners to ensure a coordinated response to emerging public health concerns.