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Raccoon Control For Colorado Homeowners

February 10, 2010

Melissa Hamel

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…

Helpful Tips On Mouse Control

January 6, 2010

Melissa Hamel

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…

Winter In Denver Heralds The Arrival Of Mice Issues

November 19, 2009

Melissa Hamel, PCOcentral

Winter in Denver and all of Colorado is a great time of year that brings fun-filled days of skiing, sledding, hot cups of coffee and unforgettable memories. Unfortunately it also hastens the arrival of unwanted guests like mice into Denver homes and businesses.

Don't Let The Bed Bugs Bite

November 19, 2009

Melissa Hamel, PCOcentral

We’ve all heard the saying “Don’t let the bed bugs bite” but what may not be common knowledge is that references to bed bugs aren’t just part of an old adage to wish someone good night. Bed bug problems are on the rise in Denver and throughout Colorado. They are a major source of irritation for Denver property managers as well as for hotels, motels and private…

Pigeon Issues For Denver Homes & Businesses

November 16, 2009

Melissa Hamel, PCOcentral

Pigeons are filthy birds that thrive in Denver’s urban environment. That’s because of the ease in acquiring food and the ability to find safe nesting areas. Commercial buildings and even private homes offer a variety of nesting sites with their exteriors full of crooks and nannies that appeal to pigeons. Commonly referred to as flying rats, these day-time pest birds act very…

Denver Prairie Dog Removal

November 9, 2009

Melissa Hamel, PCOcentral

Do you have prairie dogs invading your Denver property? While prairie dogs are cute critters and fun to watch, they can wreak havoc on expensive landscaping, create burrow holes all over yards and parks as well as destroy local vegetation and have the potential to be carriers of diseases like the plague and, while rare, rabies. They have adapted well to urban environments and can often be…

Raccoon Problems In Denver

November 1, 2009

Melissa Hamel, PCOcentral

Raccoons frequently invade Denver homes and businesses in search of anything edible. Trash bins, bird feeders and any other outside food source will attract raccoons and should not be left out. Even with proper trash storage, regular tree trimming to prevent them from crawling onto your roof and keeping your buildings’ doors and window sealed you can’t guarantee your property is…

Denver Wildlife Removal Experts

October 15, 2009

PCOcentral

Housing and commercial development in Colorado has resulted in wildlife living in closer proximity to us than ever before. Wildlife like skunks and raccoons are adapting well to suburban living and are increasingly making nuisances of themselves for businesses and homeowners. If you are sharing attic space with squirrels and raccoons or have prairie dogs making a mess of your yard or…