Older homes
Mice
Decades of settling open gaps under garage doors, around dryer vents and along old foundations. When nights turn cold in fall, house mice follow those gaps straight into kitchens and attics.
Rodent controlSecurity-Widefield & El Paso County
Pest Control in Security-Widefield, CO
Established neighborhoods, older homes and a busy rental market bring mice, cockroaches, bed bugs and termites. Licensed pest control from Pueblo on scheduled Security-Widefield route days.
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Pest control in Security-Widefield, CO: what it costs and how it's scheduled
Quick answer
Pest control in Security-Widefield, CO typically costs $100–$150 for a one-time general visit, or about $40–$60 a month on a quarterly plan. We drive up from Pueblo on scheduled route days, so appointments are usually set within a few days. The most common local problems are mice in older homes, German cockroaches and bed bugs in rentals, ants, wasps and black widows.
- General visit
- $100–$150
- Quarterly plan
- ~$40–$60/mo
- Termite inspection
- Free
- From our office
- ~40 mi north
- Phone line
- Open 24/7
Security-Widefield is an unincorporated community in El Paso County, sitting between Colorado Springs to the north and the city of Fountain to the south. Because it is a census-designated place rather than a city, there's no town government; county services apply. Most of its housing was built in waves from the 1950s through the 1970s, with ranch homes, split-levels and duplexes on mature lots, plus newer builds on the edges. Fountain Creek runs along the west side, roughly following the US-85/87 corridor.
Two things shape pest control here more than anything else. First, a lot of the housing is now 50 to 70 years old, and older homes develop exactly the gaps, worn seals and wood-to-soil contact that mice, insects and termites exploit. Second, a large share of homes are rentals with frequent turnover, so pests that travel with people, like bed bugs and German cockroaches, show up often.
A & M Pest & Termite Control is based in Pueblo, about 40 miles south on I-25. We don't pretend to be around the corner: Security-Widefield is served on scheduled route days, and we'll give you a real arrival window when you book.
What pests are most common in Security-Widefield?
This is what we're called about most often in Security and Widefield, and why:
Rentals
German cockroaches
Duplexes, fourplexes and apartment buildings with shared plumbing walls let roaches move between units. A single infested appliance or box can start a problem in a freshly cleaned rental.
Cockroach control
Rentals
Bed bugs
Frequent tenant changes and used furniture bring bed bugs in. In multifamily buildings, neighboring units should be inspected so the problem doesn't simply move next door.
Bed bug treatment
Ants
Pavement & odorous house ants
Cracked older driveways, patios and sidewalks give pavement ants plenty of nest sites. Odorous house ants trail in along kitchen counters after spring rain.
Ant control
Stinging insects
Wasps & yellowjackets
Older soffits, gutters and fence lines are favorite paper wasp sites. Yellowjackets nest in the ground and in wall voids and get defensive by late summer.
Wasp removal
Spiders
Black widows
Detached garages, sheds, crawlspace vents and stored lawn furniture on established lots give western black widows the undisturbed shelter they prefer.
Spider controlPest control for landlords and renters in Security-Widefield
With so many rentals in the area, a lot of our Security-Widefield work involves an owner, a property manager and a tenant all trying to solve the same problem. Bed bugs and German cockroaches are where this matters most, because both spread between units and both come back if only part of a building is treated.
What works in rentals
- Inspect between tenants, not just after a complaint, so a problem isn't handed to the next household
- Treat affected units and inspect the units that share walls, floors or ceilings
- Give tenants a written prep list before treatment so the visit isn't wasted
- Use gel baits and growth regulators for roaches instead of foggers, which scatter them into walls
- Keep written service records with dates, findings and products for each unit
- Schedule follow-up visits about two weeks apart until activity stops
Renters
If you rent, check your lease before booking. Many leases make the owner or property manager responsible for pest control. We're happy to coordinate with your landlord and schedule around both of you.
Not sure which roach you're seeing? Our German vs. American cockroach guide shows the difference, and why German roaches need a different treatment.
Why do Security-Widefield homes get pests?
These are the local conditions we look for when we inspect a home here:
Aging construction
Homes from the 1950s through the 1970s often have worn weatherstripping, gaps around old plumbing, unscreened vents and garage doors that no longer seal, each a doorway for mice and insects.
Wood near soil
Older porches, sill plates, fence posts and wood siding that sit close to the ground give subterranean termites an easy route in, especially where sprinklers keep soil damp.
Shared walls
Duplexes, townhomes and apartment buildings let cockroaches and bed bugs travel through plumbing chases and electrical openings between units.
Fountain Creek on the west side
The cottonwood and willow corridor holds water in low spots after storms, producing mosquitoes on summer evenings for homes nearby.
Mature trees and yards
Big shade trees, old shrubs and decades of landscaping give ants, spiders and wasps sheltered places to build up close to the house.
Frequent moves
With many households moving in and out, including families connected to nearby military installations, used furniture and moving boxes carry hitchhiking pests.
Are termites a concern in older Security-Widefield homes?
Subterranean termites are the termites found in this part of Colorado; drywood termites are not established here. They live in the soil and reach wood by building pencil-width mud tubes up foundation walls, piers and plumbing. Homes that have stood for 50 years or more have had plenty of time for wood-to-soil contact, settled grading and leaky fixtures to develop.
Signs to watch for
- Brown mud tubes on the foundation, in the crawlspace or on basement walls
- Small winged insects swarming indoors on a warm spring day, with shed wings on sills
- Wood that sounds hollow or crumbles along the grain
- Bubbling paint or soft spots on baseboards and door frames near the floor
Termite activity can go unnoticed for years. If you own an older home or are buying one, a free termite inspection is the simplest way to know where you stand. Keeping soil and mulch a few inches below siding, fixing leaks and pointing downspouts away from the foundation all reduce the risk.
Security-Widefield pest calendar
| Season | What we see in Security-Widefield | What we focus on |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | Termite swarmers on warm days, ants trailing indoors, wasp queens starting nests | Termite inspection, ant baiting, perimeter treatment |
| Early summer (Jun) | Paper wasp nests under eaves, spiders building in garages, first mosquitoes near the creek | Nest removal, web clean-out, standing-water checks |
| Summer (Jul–Aug) | Mosquito peak on the west side, yellowjackets building, summer moves bring bed bugs and roaches | Barrier treatment, ground-nest treatment, rental inspections |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Mice moving into older homes, black widows sheltering in garages, yellowjackets most defensive | Rodent exclusion, bait stations, sealing garage doors and vents |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Mice in attics and crawlspaces; German roaches and bed bugs active indoors | Trapping, interior follow-ups, unit-to-unit inspections |
Mosquitoes along Fountain Creek peak in July and August. Culex tarsalis, the main West Nile virus carrier in Colorado, is most active at dusk and dawn, so empty birdbaths, buckets and clogged gutters weekly and use repellent outdoors in the evening. Our mosquito control treats resting areas around your yard.
Pest control services available in Security-Widefield
Every service we offer in Pueblo is available on our Security-Widefield route days, with the same pricing and written warranty.
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.
Learn moreBed Bug Treatment
Discreet inspection and multi-visit treatment that targets eggs, nymphs and adults.
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Ant 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.
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Flea & 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 moreResidential, rental and preventive service in Security-Widefield
Owner-occupied homes
A residential visit covers the kitchen, bathrooms, basement or crawlspace and garage, then the foundation, eaves and yard edge. In older homes we spend extra time on the entry points that age creates, such as vents, door sweeps and gaps where pipes and wires enter.
Rental properties and small businesses
For landlords with one unit or several, we can set up recurring service with documented visits. Small shops and offices along the main commercial roads can be added to the same route schedule.
Quarterly prevention
Our quarterly IPM plan suits Security-Widefield because the pressure never fully stops: ants and termites in spring, wasps and mosquitoes in summer, mice in fall. Each visit renews the exterior treatment and checks the weak points older homes develop.
- Replace worn door sweeps and garage door seals
- Screen foundation and attic vents with hardware cloth
- Store firewood and lumber off the ground and away from walls
- Fix dripping hose bibs and swamp cooler leaks
How Security-Widefield service works
A simple process that works for owners, landlords and tenants alike.
Book a route day
Call any time. We confirm the next Security-Widefield route date and an arrival window.
Free inspection
We check inside and out and, for rentals, ask about neighboring units and recent moves.
Targeted treatment
Baits, crack-and-crevice and perimeter products matched to the pest and the household.
Follow-up & warranty
Re-checks for roaches and bed bugs, and free re-treatment if covered pests return.
Credentials for Security-Widefield customers
Our applicators hold Colorado Department of Agriculture licensing, and we use EPA-registered products applied according to their labels, with integrated pest management as the starting point on every job.
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 Security-Widefield service area
We serve homes, rentals and businesses throughout Security-Widefield, from the neighborhoods near Fountain Creek on the west side to the newer streets on the east. Visits are grouped on scheduled route days from our Pueblo office, about 40 miles south, so we can keep pricing the same as in Pueblo and give you a firm time window.
Getting a unit ready for treatment? Start with our pre-treatment checklist.
Frequently asked questions
How much does pest control cost in Security-Widefield?
A one-time general visit in Security-Widefield typically costs $100–$150, and quarterly plans run about $40–$60 a month. Bed bug, cockroach and termite work is quoted after a free inspection. New customers get 10% off their first service.
How soon can you come out to Security-Widefield?
We serve Security-Widefield on scheduled route days from our Pueblo office, about 40 miles south. Most appointments are set within a few days. We don't promise same-day service here, but we'll give you an honest arrival window when you call.
Who pays for pest control in a Security-Widefield rental?
It depends on the lease. Many leases make the owner or property manager responsible, especially for bed bugs and cockroaches. Check your lease and contact your landlord first; we can coordinate scheduling with both of you.
Do you treat neighboring units for bed bugs and cockroaches?
We recommend inspecting units that share walls, floors or ceilings with an infested unit, and treating any that show activity. Treating only one unit in a multifamily building often lets the pests move next door and come back.
Are termites common in older Security-Widefield homes?
Subterranean termites are present in El Paso County, and older homes with wood close to the soil are at higher risk. Drywood termites are not established in Colorado. A free termite inspection tells you whether there is active damage.
Why do I keep getting mice in my older home?
Older homes develop gaps under garage doors, around pipes and at foundation vents, and a mouse needs only a gap about the width of a pencil. Trapping without sealing those openings means new mice keep coming in, especially in fall.
Is there a mosquito problem near Fountain Creek?
Homes near the creek on the west side see more evening mosquitoes in July and August. Emptying standing water weekly and treating shaded resting areas in the yard both help. Use repellent at dusk, when West Nile vectors are most active.
Are you open 24/7?
Our phone line is open 24/7. Security-Widefield visits are scheduled on route days, and urgent problems are booked into the earliest available slot.
Other areas we serve
El Paso County
Fremont County
Huerfano County
Otero County
Sources & further reading
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