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Los Altos Hills is home to about 8,435 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (−0.9% since 2020). With 930 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Los Altos Hills at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 8,435 (−0.9% since 2020)
- Rank in California
- 387th of 482 cities and towns
- Land area
- 9.1 sq mi
- Population density
- 930 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Los Altos Hills town)
- Main county
- Santa Clara County
What to check before hiring in Los Altos Hills
- License: in California, WDO inspections are done by state-licensed pest control operators.
- Form: ask your lender which form it accepts.
- Independence: inspection and treatment can be done by different companies.
- Price drivers: home size, access and deadline.
Useful official resources
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NPMA: National Pest Management Association
Official information and guidance.
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EPA: termites
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Los Altos Hills
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Los Altos Hills
How much does a termite inspection cost in Los Altos Hills, CA?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Los Altos Hills reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often under an hour, with the report the same day.
Who pays for it?
It is negotiated between buyer and seller; in VA loans, rules on who pays vary.
Which licensed termite inspectors will contact me?
Up to five independent licensed termite inspectors who serve Los Altos Hills and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.