January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010

Raccoon Control For Colorado Homeowners

Melissa Hamel

February 10, 2010

Spring is almost upon us here in Colorado and for homeowners in Denver, Fort Collins, Lakewood and all of Colorado that means the increased likelihood for raccoon problems.

Raccoons breed primarily in February and March and their short gestation period sees the birth of their babies in April, just in time for the warmer weather. While raccoons’ natural environment includes wooded areas near streams and lakes, they’ve begun encroaching on urban and suburban communities in Denver and throughout the state.

Helpful Tips On Mouse Control

Melissa Hamel

January 6, 2010

In a recent press release the National Pest Management Association noted that approximately 21 million homes in the US are invaded by rodents every winter. Mice, rats and voles are likely to invade homes as they search for relief from the cold weather, and while they may seem harmless, rodents are known to cause serious structural damage as well as chew through electrical wiring which can result in a potential fire hazard. Mice and rats also pose health risks as they can contaminate food leading to the transmissions of diseases like Salmonella and Hantavirus.