Pest Control Info
Shreveport, LA

Quick Glance

Pest Companies Within 25 Miles:

33

Average Customer Rating:

4.4/5

Mosquito Season:

Mar To Sept

Termite Probability:

High

Shreveport, LA Pest Statistics

  • Around 33 pest control companies service Shreveport residents with an average customer service rating of 4.4 out of 5.

  • Aedes mosquitoes are common in the Shreveport area with mosquito season lasting from March to September.

  • Caddo Parish has a high concentration of Drywood and Formosan termites.

  • Roach density in Shreveport is very heavy with American cockroaches, and German cockroaches being present.

  • Deer mice, White-footed mice, Cotton mice, Roof rats, and Rice rats can be found in Shreveport.

  • The Brown dog tick, American dog tick, Deer tick, Lone star tick, and common flea are active year round.

  • Shreveport is home to many stinging insects including Bald-faced hornets, Southern yellowjackets, Eastern yellowjackets, and Red wasps.

  • Roughly 113 ant species have been found in Louisiana with the Solenopsis invicta specie being the most popular.

  • Bed bug density is light in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Frequently Asked Questions for Shreveport

Based on market research, basic monthly pest control services in Shreveport can range from $25 to $35 a month. Three month billing cycles are common and could result in a discount over monthly billing cycles. Plans may require an additional startup fee and contract. Usually basic pest control plans will protect from most common household pests but will not cover the more difficult pests, such as termites. Termite protection can typically be added on to a basic plan for an additional fee, but could be included in the higher tier plans.

Monthly pest control is a great option for continuing to prevent pests from invading your Shreveport, LA home, but some residents prefer to call when a pest has been spotted for a one time extermination. One time pest control visits usually range from $200 to $500 depending on the current pest, and situation. In general, one time visits are more expensive but can sometimes be necessary.

With bed bugs light in the area, termite infestation extermination in Shreveport, LA is usually the most common and costly service, averaging $2 - $3 per square foot.



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Common Pests In Shreveport, Louisiana


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Aedes Mosquitoes

Aedes mosquitoes are black in color with white dots and have the nickname ankle biter due to the fact that they bite hosts from the knee down. Similar to the Anopheles, they also lay their eggs in water. Both adult male and females live off of nectar and only the females will suck blood in order to reproduce. Aedes mosquitoes are active biters during the day. Invest in a good repellent for outdoor activity and larvicides to control them from being in and around your home.


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Drywood Termites

Drywood termites live and feed on dry wood, as their name suggests. Drywood termites are known for their ability to cause significant damage to homes and buildings in Shreveport, LA, as they are able to consume wood, paper, and other cellulose-based materials. They are distinguishable from other types of termites by their large size, with the winged reproductives being up to a quarter of an inch in length, and by their tendency to leave behind small piles of fecal pellets, which are a sign of their presence. Drywood termites are able to establish colonies in a variety of dry, wooden structures, including buildings, furniture, and even utility poles.


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American Cockroaches

Periplaneta americana, commonly known as American cockroaches, have a characteristic reddish-brown body with a yellow band outlining their pronotum. They are one of the largest cockroach species in Louisiana, capable of growing up to 3 inches in length. American cockroaches are omnivorous and have a diverse diet that includes organic matter, sweets, and human or pet food. They are known to spread diseases and contaminate food and surfaces.


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Solenopsis invicta

Solenopsis invicta are better known as the Red Imported Fire Ant. Their shiny bodies are red in color and can reach up 1/5 of an inch in length. These ants create colonies that can house up to 500,000 ants beneath the ground and are typically near a water source. As for food, Red Imported Fire Ants feed off of dead animals, sweet foods, and other insects.


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Deer Mice

Deer mice, commonly recognized by their typical round and brown appearance, possess cream-colored underbellies and elongated tails, reaching sizes ranging from 5 to 8 inches in length. During colder seasons, they seek refuge indoors, nesting among cluttered storage areas or small, cave-like spaces in Shreveport households. Omnivorous in nature, they feed on both plants and insects.


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Brown Recluse

Brown recluse are about 3/8ths of an inch in size and are distinguishable by their pale brown color and violin-shaped marking near the base of their head. The name recluse comes from their penchant for spinning webs in dark, remote, and abandoned areas. Their venom is considered harmful to humans and bite sites will gradually turn into a large blister possibly developing into an ulcer. If bitten by a recluse, seek medical attention as soon as possible.


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Eastern Yellowjackets

Eastern Yellowjackets are black and yellow in appearance and are distinguishable by the black V marking on the back of their heads. They can grow up to 1.8 centimeters in length. These wasps are omnivorous and live off of nectar, fruit, fish, and insects. They build their hives in enclosed spaces, either underground or deep down in abandoned wood piles. This makes them much more difficult to locate. Hang dryer sheets as a natural repellent around a suspected hive or around an outdoor area you want to deter them from.


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Deer Ticks

Deer Ticks are reddish-brown in color with a hard black exterior and only reach 3 millimeters in length. They are one of the most well known species of ticks since they are responsible for spreading Lyme disease. They wait in tall grass and brush filled areas until a host walks by and then will attach themselves until they are full. If you have been bitten by a deer tick, it’s important to follow instructions closely to remove them properly in order to avoid bursting their body and releasing the bacteria inside of them.

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