Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Mosquito Abatement Services in Solano County
The Solano County Mosquito Abtmnt (SCMAD) has been dedicated to protecting public health since its founding in 1930. Our mission focuses on controlling mosquitoes that pose disease risks or nuisance to residents and animals across Solano County's 900-square-mile jurisdiction. We employ integrated pest management strategies, combining naturalistic, physical, and chemical controls tailored to diverse habitats including tidal marshes, irrigated pastures, and urban environments. Our team of 10 professionals conducts year-round surveillance, testing over 22,000 mosquitoes annually for arboviruses like West Nile Virus.Through community education programs, biological control initiatives using mosquito-eating fish, and innovative monitoring techniques, we maintain effective mosquito population management while minimizing environmental impact. Our commitment to fiscal responsibility and technical expertise ensures reliable service delivery across both incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county.
Services
Mosquito Control
Disease Surveillance
Larvicide Application
Dead Bird Reporting
Pool Inspections
Biological Control
Insect Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of experience in mosquito abatement across Solano County's diverse ecosystems
- Our integrated approach combines chemical, natural, and physical controls for optimal effectiveness
- We provide free biological control through mosquito-eating fish distribution programs
- Our staff conducts comprehensive disease surveillance testing thousands of mosquitoes annually
- We offer free pool inspections and community education programs to prevent mosquito breeding
Services
Mosquito Control
Our district implements comprehensive mosquito control programs across Solano County's 900 square miles. Using integrated pest management strategies, we combine surveillance, biological controls, and targeted treatments to reduce mosquito populations. Our methods prioritize environmental safety while effectively minimizing disease transmission risks and nuisance biting.
Disease Surveillance
We conduct year-round disease surveillance through mosquito sampling and testing. Our laboratory processes thousands of specimens annually to detect arboviruses like West Nile Virus. This data informs targeted control measures and helps identify high-risk areas for public health protection across diverse habitats.
Biological Control
Our biological control program distributes mosquito-eating fish to residents during peak seasons. These fish effectively reduce larvae populations in ornamental ponds and standing water sources. We provide this service free of charge while ensuring proper placement to prevent ecological disruption in local waterways.
Pool Inspections
We conduct free pool inspections following aerial surveys identifying neglected pools. Our technicians visit properties to assess mosquito breeding risks and offer treatment solutions. This proactive program helps prevent disease transmission sources while maintaining community cooperation through educational outreach.
Dead Bird Reporting
Our dead bird reporting system monitors West Nile Virus activity through resident-submitted reports. We analyze carcasses to track virus spread patterns, focusing on species that serve as disease reservoirs. This information helps target mosquito control efforts where public health risks are highest.
Questions
How do I report mosquito breeding sources?
Call us at 707-437-1116 or use our online form to report neglected pools or breeding sites. Our technicians will inspect and treat the source free of charge.
What services does SCMAD provide?
We offer mosquito population control, disease surveillance, biological control with fish distribution, dead bird reporting, and free pool inspections across Solano County.
How can I get mosquito-eating fish?
Contact us at 707-437-1116 to check current availability. We distribute Gambusia affinis fish for backyard ponds and standing water sources during mosquito season.
What areas do you cover?
We serve all incorporated and unincorporated areas of Solano County, including Fairfield, Vallejo, Dixon, and surrounding regions across 900 square miles.
How do you monitor mosquito populations?
We use New Jersey Light Traps for adult mosquito monitoring and larval dipping for aquatic stages. Our lab tests samples for arboviruses to guide targeted control measures.
