Rodents
Deer mice & house mice
Prairie-dwelling deer mice slip into sheds, garages and older homes when the first cold fronts arrive. House mice follow stored feed and pet food into barns and kitchens.
Rodent controlBoone & eastern Pueblo County
Pest Control in Boone, CO
Prairie, ranch land and older outbuildings bring deer mice, fleas, black widows and wasps close to home. Licensed, locally owned pest control for Boone homes and ranches, usually same or next day.
- Licensed & insured
- Free inspection
- Family- & pet-conscious products
~20 mieast of Pueblo
- CDA licensed
applicators - Locally owned
in Pueblo - 37+ years
combined experience - Open 24/7
same-day service - Written
service warranty
What does pest control in Boone, CO involve?
Quick answer
A standard one-time pest control visit in Boone, CO is $100–$150, and a quarterly plan works out to about $40–$60 a month, the same as in Pueblo. Boone is in Pueblo County, so same-day or next-day service is usually possible. We mostly treat deer mice and house mice, fleas, black widows, wasps, ants and mosquitoes.
- General visit
- $100–$150
- Quarterly plan
- ~$40–$60/mo
- Scheduling
- Same/next day, usually
- Location
- ~20 mi east of Pueblo
- Phone line
- Open 24/7
Boone is a small statutory town in eastern Pueblo County, roughly 20 miles east of Pueblo near the Arkansas River. Around it, the land opens into shortgrass prairie and ranch country. The town itself is a mix of older homes, a few businesses and churches, and properties with barns, sheds, garages and other outbuildings that have stood for decades.
Life on the plains brings a particular set of pests. Deer mice move in from open ground, black widows build in sheds and pumphouses, fleas come in on dogs and wildlife, and wasps nest under every overhang they can find. Near the river, summer mosquitoes add to the list.
A & M Pest & Termite Control is based in Pueblo, and Boone is part of our Pueblo County service area. You get the same prices, the same licensed technicians and, most of the time, a same-day or next-day appointment.
Common pests in Boone, CO
These are the pests we see most often in Boone and on the ranches around it:
Fleas
Fleas from dogs & wildlife
Dogs and cats that roam open land pick up fleas from rabbits, rodents and prairie dog colonies, then bring them into yards and houses.
Flea & tick control
Spiders
Black widows in outbuildings
Old sheds, pumphouses, stock tank covers, fence-post piles and equipment that sits for months give western black widows the dry, sheltered spots they need.
Spider control
Stinging insects
Wasps & yellowjackets
Paper wasps nest under eaves, porch roofs and barn rafters; yellowjackets nest in the ground and in wall voids. Both become more defensive as colonies grow in late summer.
Wasp control
Ants
Ants
Field ants and harvester ants build mounds in open, sandy ground, and pavement ants follow foundation cracks into kitchens during hot spells.
Ant control
West Nile risk
Mosquitoes near the river
River bottomland, stock tanks and irrigation water breed Culex tarsalis, the main West Nile vector in Colorado, from June into September.
Mosquito controlWhy Boone properties attract pests
Boone’s setting on the eastern plains shapes what turns up in local homes:
Open prairie all around
Grassland supports deer mice, rabbits and prairie dogs, which in turn carry fleas toward the edges of town.
Older buildings
Homes and outbuildings that have stood for many years often have gaps, settling cracks and worn door seals that let mice and insects in.
Water near the river
Bottomland along the Arkansas River and ranch water sources keep mosquitoes going through summer.
The climate out here is drier and windier than in Pueblo, with hot summers and cold snaps in winter. Those swings are what drive rodents and spiders indoors: a sudden cold front in October can send a whole field’s worth of mice looking for shelter in a single week. Wide-open properties also mean there’s little to stop pests from moving from pasture to barn to house.
Many Boone households keep dogs, horses, chickens or cattle. Animal feed, water tanks and bedding all support rodents and insects, so outbuildings are often where problems start long before anyone sees them indoors.
Deer mice and hantavirus: how to clean up safely
In Colorado, hantavirus is carried by deer mice. People are usually exposed by breathing dust from old droppings and nests kicked up while sweeping out a shed, barn, pumphouse or camper, so the cleanup method is what keeps you safe.
Wet cleanup, step by step (per CDC guidance)
- Prop the shed or barn open and give it half an hour of cross-breeze before going in
- Put on disposable gloves; add a well-fitted mask for heavy contamination
- Saturate droppings, nests and dead mice with a household disinfectant or diluted bleach
- Give it about five minutes, then pick everything up with paper towels
- Double-bag the waste and put it in the trash
- Skip the broom and the shop vac: dry cleanup puts particles in the air
- Disinfect gloves before taking them off, then scrub your hands
How we keep mice out of Boone homes and sheds
- Inspect homes, garages, sheds and barns for entry points and nesting
- Seal gaps with metal mesh, sealant and door sweeps
- Set traps and locked bait stations out of reach of pets and livestock
- Advise on feed storage and clutter removal
- Check and refresh stations on follow-up visits
- Note heavy activity areas that need careful cleanup
Learn more about our rodent control service, or call us before you tackle a shed or cabin that has been closed up all winter.
Fleas and plague near prairie dog colonies
Prairie dog colonies are common on the grasslands of eastern Colorado. Their fleas can carry plague, a bacterial disease that occasionally spreads to pets and, rarely, to people. When a colony dies off quickly, the fleas look for new hosts, and dogs and cats that wander nearby can bring them home.
- Keep dogs and cats on a vet-recommended flea preventive year-round
- Don’t let pets roam into prairie dog colonies or handle dead rodents
- Tell a doctor or vet about prairie dog exposure if fever follows a flea bite
- Report sudden prairie dog die-offs to local public health
We treat flea infestations in homes and yards, focusing on the places pets rest. We do not treat prairie dog colonies themselves; that work falls under wildlife and public health agencies.
Plague caution
If you or a pet get sick with fever after flea bites or contact with wild rodents, seek medical or veterinary care right away and mention the exposure.
Boone pest calendar
Here is when we expect each pest to peak on the plains east of Pueblo:
| Season | What Boone homes see | What we focus on |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | Mice still in outbuildings, ant mounds reappearing, wasp queens starting nests | Shed inspections, ant treatment, early nest removal |
| Early summer (Jun) | Fleas on pets, black widows in sheds, first mosquitoes near the river | Flea treatment, web removal, standing-water checks |
| Mid–late summer (Jul–Aug) | Wasp colonies at full size, mosquitoes and West Nile risk | Nest removal, barrier treatment |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Deer mice and house mice moving indoors with the first cold fronts | Exclusion, trapping, bait stations |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Rodents in walls, attics and garages | Station checks, follow-up visits, sealing new gaps |
A fall exclusion visit before the first hard freeze is the best investment for most Boone homes.
Pest control services available in Boone
Boone residents can book any service we offer in Pueblo, at the same price and with the same written warranty. Older homes with crawlspaces and wood near the soil should consider a termite inspection.
Termite Control
Inspections, liquid soil barriers, bait systems and NPMA-33 reports for home sales.
Learn moreRodent Control
Mice and rat removal with trapping, tamper-resistant bait stations and permanent exclusion.
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Bed Bug Treatment
Discreet inspection and multi-visit treatment that targets eggs, nymphs and adults.
Learn moreAnt Control
Species-specific baiting and non-repellent treatments that eliminate the colony, not just trails.
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Cockroach Control
Gel baits, growth regulators and follow-ups that break the German cockroach breeding cycle.
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Spider Control
Black widow removal, web and egg-sac clean-out, and perimeter treatments that cut their food supply.
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Mosquito Control
Yard barrier sprays and breeding-site treatment to reclaim your patio all summer.
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Bee & Wasp Removal
Same-day yellowjacket and paper wasp nest removal; honey bee swarms referred for relocation.
Learn moreFlea & Tick Control
Coordinated indoor and yard treatments, timed with your vet's pet treatment.
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Preventive Pest Control (IPM)
Quarterly Integrated Pest Management plans that stop infestations before they start.
Learn moreHome, ranch and preventive service for Boone
Older homes
Interior service covers the kitchen, baths, utility areas and garage. Outside we treat the foundation, doors, window frames and eaves, and we point out gaps worth sealing in older siding and foundations.
Ranches, outbuildings and small businesses
Barns, shops, feed rooms, churches and local businesses can schedule regular service with written records. We plan bait placement around livestock, dogs and stored feed.
Quarterly prevention
Our quarterly IPM plan keeps rodents, spiders and insects in check around the house and outbuildings. Each visit renews the exterior treatment, services stations and checks for new nests.
- Keep feed in metal bins with lids
- Shake out boots and gloves stored in sheds
- Remove old tires and scrap piles near buildings
- Replace worn door sweeps before fall
How our Boone service works
A straightforward process for small-town homes and ranch properties.
Call us
Describe the problem and the buildings involved. We usually schedule Boone the same or next day.
Inspect
House, garage, sheds and barns, plus feed and water sources, with findings explained.
Treat
Exclusion, traps, stations and labeled products placed with pets and livestock in mind.
Stand behind it
Follow-up visits and free re-treatment if covered pests return during the warranty.
Licensed and insured in Colorado
Every technician who applies products on your Boone property holds a Colorado Department of Agriculture applicator license. We use EPA-registered products by the label and carry full liability insurance.
CDA Licensed Commercial Applicator
Licensed through the Colorado Department of Agriculture's pesticide applicator program.
EPA PESP Partner
Partner in the EPA's Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program for reduced-risk pest management.
GreenPro® Certified
Follows GreenPro Integrated Pest Management standards: inspect first, treat only what's needed.
Our Boone service area
We serve homes, ranches and businesses in and around Boone in eastern Pueblo County. Urgent calls, such as mice in a kitchen or a wasp nest over a door, are usually scheduled the same or next day.
See our pre-treatment checklist to get ready for your visit.
Frequently asked questions
How much does pest control cost in Boone, CO?
A standard one-time visit in Boone costs $100–$150, and quarterly plans run about $40–$60 a month. Pricing is the same as in Pueblo. Large outbuildings and termite work are quoted after a free inspection, and new customers save 10% on their first service.
Do you charge extra to drive to Boone?
No. Boone is in Pueblo County and part of our regular service area, so standard pricing applies and same-day or next-day visits are usually available.
How do I safely clean up mouse droppings in a shed?
Air the shed out, wear gloves, soak droppings and nests with disinfectant, then wipe them up and bag the waste. Never sweep or vacuum droppings dry, since deer mice can carry hantavirus.
Should I worry about plague from prairie dog fleas?
Plague is uncommon but does occur in eastern Colorado prairie dog colonies. Keep pets on flea preventive, keep them away from colonies and dead rodents, and seek care if fever follows a flea bite or rodent contact.
Can you treat barns and outbuildings, not just the house?
Yes. On Boone properties we usually include sheds, barns and garages, since that’s where mice, black widows and wasps often start. We quote them along with the house.
When is the best time to rodent-proof my home?
Late summer to early fall, before the first cold fronts. Sealing gaps and setting stations then stops most of the mice that would otherwise move in for winter.
Are black widows dangerous?
Western black widow bites are rarely fatal but can cause severe pain and muscle cramps, so seek medical care after a bite. Wear gloves in sheds and pumphouses, and we can remove webs and egg sacs.
Are you available 24/7?
Our phone line is answered 24/7. Most Boone calls are scheduled the same or next day.
Other areas we serve
El Paso County
Fremont County
Huerfano County
Otero County
Sources & further reading
We cite independent, science-based sources so you can verify our guidance.