Services

San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District uses an integrated pest management strategy to safeguard the health and comfort of the residents of San Mateo County. Our service area includes the entirety of San Mateo County.

District services include:

Against a blue-green background, dozens of light brown mosquito larvae hang perpendicular to the water surface. The larvae have a short brown siphon near the water surface, then a long thing body and a round head with two dark eye spots and small mouthparts.

Mosquitoes

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Ticks

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Rodents

The District provides rodent inspections to help residents reduce rodent issues in and around their houses. If you would like a rodent inspection, please fill out a service request.

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Yellowjackets and Wasps

During the summer months, the District receives numerous calls regarding yellowjackets and paper wasps. These social wasps both have yellow and black markings and are common in San Mateo County, but they have important behavioral differences.

Wildlife

The District does not control or handle wildlife. For issues with wildlife, please contact the Peninsula Humane Society or California Fish and Wildlife. If you’ve found a wild animal that appears to be sick, injured, or orphaned, please visit Peninsula Humane Society's page. If you’ve found a dead wild animal, you can report it on CDFW's website. If you’re interested in reporting another kind…

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Public Education

Public education is one of the most important parts of the District’s IPM (integrated pest management) program. Without the help of residents, it would be impossible for the District to achieve its mission.

Other Pests and Projects

For Businesses

The services we provide to residents are also available to local businesses, including:

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