Pest Control in Durham, NH
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About our service
Pest control for Durham, NH
Water shapes pest life in Durham, NH, a Strafford County community of about 15,300 people with the Lamprey River Wildlife Management Area, Crommet Creek Wildlife Management Area and Oyster River Park all within reach. Wet ground, woods and homes side by side make for a lively mix of insects and small animals, and that is the backdrop for the work we do around Durham Historic District, Durhamside and the West Edge.
Natural Pest Solutions offers pest inspection, ant treatment, rodent control and mosquito control to Durham households. Our natural pest control options use non-toxic, low-impact products that are safe around kids and pets, and we never ask for a long-term contract. If you would like to know where you stand, ask for a free quote and we will explain what we find in plain language.
Know your pests
Pests we treat around Durham
Pests in Durham
What we deal with most around Durham, NH
Mosquitoes are the first thing many Durham residents mention, since the creeks, ponds and wet woods nearby give them plenty of places to breed. Ticks ride in on pets and clothing after time near Ray MacDonald Natural Area, Stevens Woods or Milne Nature Sanctuary, and fleas follow pets in from the yard. Around the house, carpenter ants hunt for moist wood, and spiders build webs along eaves and window frames.
Autumn is when rodents and cluster-fly type invaders start testing the walls. With about 155 nights a year at or below freezing, mice look for warm cavities beside chimneys, in garages and under porches. Older homes in the Durham Historic District often have more seams, stone or brick foundations and small gaps around utility lines, all of which deserve a careful look before winter.
Weather and pests
How Durham's weather affects pest activity
Durham gets around 47 inches of precipitation in a typical year, and March is the wettest month at about 4.6 inches. July highs average roughly 81 degrees, January lows about 14, and only about 8 days a year reach 90 degrees. The numbers here are 1991-2020 NOAA climate normals from a nearby weather station, meant as a guide, not a forecast.
That wet March matters more than it sounds. Spring melt and rain leave saturated soil against foundations, and moisture is exactly what termites and carpenter ants look for in sill plates, deck posts and fence boards. A few weeks later, water pooling in gutters, buckets and low corners of the yard starts the mosquito cycle, so spring cleanup does double duty.
The long cold season, with well over a hundred freezing nights, drives the opposite problem. Warmth and food become scarce outdoors, and mice and other rodents will use any opening they can find. We suggest a check of screens and door sweeps in late summer, a look at the attic and basement after the first hard frost, and another visit if you hear scratching in the walls.
How we fix it
Pest control services in Durham
Ant treatment in Durham
Ants are among the most common calls we get in Durham, from sugar ants in kitchens to carpenter ants in damp or damaged wood. Activity climbs quickly once spring temperatures arrive. We find the trails and the nest, treat where the colony lives and follow up so they do not simply return.
Rodent control in Durham
Mice and rats look for food, warmth and shelter, and Durham buildings offer plenty of all three. With a long cold season, the pressure builds every fall. Our exclusion-based approach combines inspection, sealing entry points, trapping and monitoring, so you fix the reason rodents got in, not only the rodents you can see.
Termite control in Durham
Termites are a quiet threat because damage often goes unnoticed for years. Regular moisture around foundations makes regular checks especially worthwhile. We inspect for mud tubes, damaged wood and moisture problems, then treat with a plan matched to how your Durham home is built.
Cockroach control in Durham
Cockroaches are hard to get rid of with store-bought sprays. We locate the hiding places, treat cracks, crevices and voids, and use monitoring so we know the treatment worked. It is a common request in Durham apartments, restaurants and older homes alike.
Spider control in Durham
Most spiders are harmless, but nobody wants webs around the door or a spider in the basement. We remove webs and egg sacs, treat the perimeter and reduce the insects that spiders feed on, which keeps them from coming back.
Mosquito control in Durham
Durham's wet weather makes mosquitoes a real nuisance. We treat resting areas in your yard, help you find and remove breeding sites and schedule visits through the warm season so you can use your yard again.
Need something else? See all of our pest control services, including bed bugs, fleas, wasps and hornets, wildlife and commercial properties.
Serving Durham
Durham, Durhamside and the West Edge
Our Durham service covers Durham Historic District, Durhamside and the West Edge, along with homes near Wildcat Stadium, East Foss Farm and General Sullivan Park. Houses that share a lot line with woods will see different pests than those on a tightly built street, and we tailor the plan to the property in front of us.
We also serve the towns and communities around Durham, including Newmarket, Dover, Newfields, Portsmouth, Somersworth, Exeter, Epping and Hampton. Living close to the Stone School Museum or the Newmarket Industrial and Commercial Historic District does not change how we work. Reach out and we will confirm we can cover your address.
Neighborhoods around Durham
Local landmarks
Around Durham: places our neighbors know
We work in homes and businesses across town, including the areas around these Durham landmarks.
Adam's Family Monument
WikidataLamprey River Wildlife Management Area
UNH - MacDonald Lot
Ray MacDonald Natural Area
Stevens Woods
Crommet Creek Wildlife Management Area
Tot Lot
Milne Nature Sanctuary
Oyster River Park
Getting around
Driving routes to downtown Durham
Our technicians cover the whole town. These maps show the drive from different parts of Durham to the city center.
Nearby
Also serving towns near Durham
Our service area extends beyond Durham to nearby communities including Newmarket, Lee, Dover, Greenland, Stratham and Eliot. If you live just outside town, call or send the form above and we will confirm coverage for your address. You can also browse every city we serve on our locations page.
- Pest control in Newmarket 3 mi
- Pest control in Lee 4 mi
- Pest control in Dover 5 mi
- Pest control in Greenland 6 mi
- Pest control in Stratham 7 mi
- Pest control in Eliot 8 mi
- Pest control in Portsmouth 8 mi
- Pest control in Barrington 9 mi
- Pest control in Exeter 9 mi
- Pest control in Somersworth 10 mi
- Pest control in Epping 10 mi
- Pest control in North Hampton 10 mi
- Pest control in Nottingham 11 mi
- Pest control in Brentwood 11 mi
- Newfields
- Hampton
- Rochester
- Raymond
Questions
Pest control in Durham: common questions
How much does pest control cost in Durham?
It depends on the pest, the size of the property and whether you need a one-time treatment or ongoing protection. We give a free quote after learning about your situation. Call 1-844-783-4821 or send the form above.
What pests are most common around Durham?
In Durham, New Hampshire, homeowners most often ask us about carpenter ants, mice and rats, stink bugs, ticks. Cold winters push mice, rats and overwintering insects indoors, while damp springs bring carpenter ants and termite swarms.
Is your treatment safe around kids and pets?
We use non-toxic, low-impact products, and we offer natural pest control options. Ask your technician about the approach for your home, and we will explain how to prepare and how long to keep pets clear of treated areas.
Do I have to sign a long-term contract?
No. We do not require a long-term contract. You can choose a one-time service or an ongoing plan for your Durham home or business, and we stand behind the work with a satisfaction guarantee.
Learn More
Trusted resources for Durham homeowners
Public-health, regulator and university guidance on safe pest control.
- New Hampshire university extension ↗Research-based pest and garden guidance from the state land-grant university.
- EPA: Controlling Pests ↗U.S. guidance on choosing and using pest control safely.
- National Pesticide Information Center ↗Pest-by-pest fact sheets from Oregon State University and the EPA.
- EPA: Integrated Pest Management ↗How IPM prevents pests with the least risk to people.
About the area: Durham Wikipedia Wikidata New Hampshire Wikipedia Wikidata
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