Pest Control Info
Jamestown, CO
Quick Glance
Pest Companies Within 25 Miles:
15
Average Customer Rating:
3.1/5
Mosquito Season:
Early Apr To Sept
Termite Probability:
Low
Jamestown, CO Pest Statistics
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Around 15 pest control companies service Jamestown residents with an average customer service rating of 3.1 out of 5.
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Anopheles mosquitoes are common in the Jamestown area with mosquito season lasting from early April to September.
Boulder County has a low concentration of Subterranean termites.
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Roach density in Jamestown is very heavy with German cockroaches being present.
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Deer mice, and Norway rats can be found in Jamestown.
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The Brown dog tick and common flea are active from April to November.
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Jamestown is home to many stinging insects including Forest yellowjackets, Bald-faced hornets, Aerial yellowjackets, European paper wasps, and Eastern yellowjackets.
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Roughly 229 ant species have been found in Colorado with the Pogonomyrmex occidentalis specie being the most popular.
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Bed bug density is very heavy in Jamestown, Colorado.
Frequently Asked Questions for Jamestown
Based on market research, an average of $40 to $50 a month for basic pest control services can help protect your Jamestown, CO home from the most common household pests. Longer billing cycles could be available to help discount the rate. A startup fee and contract agreement may be required for pest control plans. Pests that are more difficult to exterminate, such as bed bugs, are usually not included in basic pest plans.
Some Boulder County residents prefer pest control only when a pest has been spotted. Determined by the severity of the infestation and the pest, one time visits average $200 to $500. Although a one time visit could be necessary, monthly pest control services tend to be cheaper and continue to keep household pests under control.
With termites light in the Boulder County, Bed bug infestation extermination in Jamestown, CO is usually the most common and costly service, averaging $1 per square foot.
Common Pests In Jamestown, Colorado
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Anopheles Mosquitoes
Anopheles mosquitoes, known for resting at a slight upward angle, are brownish-yellow in color with scaly wings. Females bite animals, such as cattle, or humans since they need blood for egg production. Anopheles mosquitoes seek out dim, sheltered areas preferring to rest during the day but are active at night. They may live up to two weeks in nature and will be found near water sources, whether small or large. If traveling to an area with an outbreak of malaria, you may want to talk to your doctor about options for protecting yourself from Anopheles mosquito bites.
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Subterranean Termites
Subterranean termites are long and oval shaped and have physical differences based on social class. The swarmers have wings, the workers have smaller jaws used for chewing, and the soldiers have large heads and long mandibles helping them bite intruders into the colony. Subterranean termites build colonies underground and will invade homes from the soil beneath. They are known for building tunnels called “mud tubes” to gain access to wood and protect themselves.
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German Cockroaches
German cockroaches are known for their light brown color and dark brown stripes running down their backs. Once mature, they can reach up to 5/8 of an inch in length. They are drawn to starch, grease, and sugar. German cockroaches tend to nest in dark, humid, and low trafficked areas such as behind appliances and inside dark cabinets. Keep kitchens clean, garbage cans sealed, and fix any leaks to prevent them from being drawn to your home.
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Pogonomyrmex occidentalis
Pogonomyrmex occidentalis are more commonly known as Western Harvester Ants. They have red colored bodies and grow to be about 1/4 of an inch in length. They prefer to nest in loose soil and work to remove any plants from the area so the roots don’t interfere with the nest. Colonies can grow to populations of over 20,000 ants. Their diet consists of insects and seeds which the worker ants bring back to the colony on their backs to share with others.
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Norway Rats
Norway rats in Jamestown, CO are more commonly known as the sewer rat, or the typical brown rat. They are distinct by their brown, or dark gray, fur and light gray bellies. They can reach up to 10 inches in length with their tail growing to the same length as their body. They prefer to nest in close proximity to humans, are opportunistic feeders, and will eat just about anything. Keep homes clean and garbage cans sealed to avoid attracting them.
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Ground Crab Spiders
Ground Crab Spiders are shaped like the crab you might see at the beach with wide flat bodies and legs extending from their sides. They are often gray, brown, or tan and grow to about 1/2 of an inch in size. Their 8 eyes are located on a raised bump to give them a 360 view. Their diet primarily consists of mites and other small pests. They are truly ground spiders and do not spin webs, but hide in tree bark and other dark locations.
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Forest Yellowjackets
Forest Yellowjackets have the traditional black and yellow wasp coloring and can grow up to 15 millimeters in length. They predominantly nest high up in trees. Due to their reclusive nature, Forest Yellowjackets will aggressively swarm and attack potential threats. Their nests are smaller in size and usually contain about 500 wasps inside. They feed off of nectar and will seek out sugary substances.
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Brown Dog Ticks
Brown Dog Ticks, known as Rhipicephalus sanguineus, exhibit a warm reddish-brown hue in males, while females showcase a steel coloration. Prior to feeding, they measure about 1/8th of an inch. Once attached to a host, these ticks engorge themselves, expanding up to 1/2 of an inch in length. Remarkably, unlike most tick species, they thrive indoors. Brown Dog Ticks gravitate towards dogs and humans as their preferred hosts, making their way into residential spaces within Jamestown, CO.
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Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are the size of an apple seed and are brown in color. They feed off of blood by biting their host causing itchy and irritable sites. Bed bugs are commonly found in furniture, mattresses, headboards, and hiding in small areas. Keep a regular cleaning schedule, minimize clutter in your home, and be cautious while traveling to prevent bringing them back to your home.