Keeping Edinburg Homes Pest-Free Year-Round

Edinburg isn’t just the county seat—it’s one of the fastest-growing cities in the Valley. From historic homes near the courthouse to new developments spreading north toward Monte Cristo Road, we’re seeing pest pressure from every direction. University students, young families, retirees—everyone’s dealing with the same thing: pests that never take a break. Being twenty minutes from McAllen means we’re here fast when you need us.

Licensed, local, and ready to solve your pest problems the right way.

What Makes Edinburg a Pest Hot Spot

Here’s what we’re working with in Edinburg:

Explosive Urban Growth North Edinburg is booming—new neighborhoods going up near Monte Cristo, developments spreading toward Elsa. When you clear land, rats and mice don’t leave. They move into nearby homes. We’re seeing displaced rodents becoming indoor problems for existing neighborhoods bordering construction zones.

UTRGV Campus Bringing Transient Pest Issues Dorms, apartments, off-campus housing—students move in and out constantly. Bed bugs hitchhike in luggage. German roaches spread between units. Rental properties near campus deal with recurring issues because tenants don’t always report problems early.

Aging Infrastructure in Central Edinburg Downtown and areas around the courthouse have homes and buildings from the ’50s and earlier. Original plumbing, cracked foundations, gaps in stucco—these aren’t cosmetic issues. They’re entry points for roaches, rodents, and termites. Older homes need proactive pest control, not reactive emergency calls.

Agricultural Borders on Every Side Edinburg is surrounded by farmland—citrus groves to the south, row crops to the north and west. Field mice migrate during harvest. Roof rats from groves move into residential areas. Outdoor roaches travel from agricultural areas into neighborhoods. You can’t build a wall around the city—pests don’t care about property lines.

Drainage and Standing Water Issues Some Edinburg neighborhoods deal with poor drainage, especially after heavy rain. Standing water in ditches, low spots in yards, clogged storm drains—all of it becomes mosquito breeding grounds. Properties near older drainage channels or low-lying areas get hammered during summer.

Commercial Corridors Attracting Pests University Drive, Closner Boulevard, and areas around Walmart and H-E-B see heavy food traffic. Restaurants, grocery stores, and food trucks bring German roaches, flies, and occasional rodent issues. Homes and apartments nearby often deal with pest spillover from inadequate commercial control.

Pest Control Solutions for Edinburg Properties

Termite Defense Systems Subterranean termites hit Edinburg homes hard. They tunnel up from the soil, through foundations, and into wall studs. You won’t see them until damage is done. Our perimeter treatments use non-repellent products that termites carry back to their colonies. We also offer annual inspections—catching termites early saves serious money.

Roach Extermination Programs German roaches in kitchen cabinets, bathrooms, and appliances. Outdoor roaches (smoky browns, American roaches) wandering in through gaps. Each type needs different treatment. We use baits for German roaches—3-4 treatments over six weeks to break their breeding cycle. For outdoor roaches, we treat the perimeter and seal entry points.

Rodent Control and Exclusion Roof rats love attics. Mice get into garages and wall voids. Traps alone won’t fix it—you’ve got to find where they’re getting in. We inspect rooflines, vents, gaps around pipes, and foundation cracks. Seal first, trap second. That’s how you stop reinfestation.

Mosquito Barrier Treatments Mosquitoes rest in vegetation during the day—shrubs, tall grass, under eaves. We treat these areas with barrier sprays that last 3-4 weeks. You’ll still see some mosquitoes, but most customers report 70-80% fewer bites. It’s not elimination—it’s serious reduction.

Fire Ant Yard Treatments Fire ants are brutal in Edinburg. Kids can’t play outside, pets get stung, and mounds pop up faster than you can treat them individually. We use combination treatments—mound drenches plus broadcast applications—to knock down existing colonies and prevent new ones.

Bed Bug Elimination Bed bugs spread fast in multi-unit housing and transient populations. We don’t mess around with DIY sprays. We use heat treatments combined with residual insecticides to kill adults, nymphs, and eggs. One intensive treatment usually does it, with a follow-up to confirm they’re gone.

Weed Control for South Texas Lawns Your St. Augustine or Bermuda grass is fighting dollar weed, crabgrass, and broadleaf invaders. We apply pre-emergent herbicides before weeds sprout and post-emergent treatments to kill what’s already there. Fertilization is timed for South Texas heat—slow-release formulas that feed without burning.

Edinburg Areas We Cover

We know these neighborhoods and what they’re dealing with:

• North Edinburg – Monte Cristo area, new construction pest displacement
• Central Edinburg – Courthouse district, older homes with foundation issues
• UTRGV Campus Area – Student housing, bed bugs, roaches
• South Edinburg – Near Trenton Road, agricultural pest pressure
• West Edinburg – Closner corridor, commercial spillover
• Sugar Road Area – Mix of older and newer homes, termite pressure
• University Drive Corridor – Commercial and residential pest challenges
• East Edinburg – Near Elsa, field mice and outdoor roaches

Our Process in Edinburg

Inspection Without the Sales Pitch We’ll come look at your property, identify what pests you’re dealing with, and explain what needs to happen. You’ll get a straight answer—not an upsell to services you don’t need.

Customized Treatment Plans One-time roach problem? We’ll treat it once. German roach infestation? We’re coming back multiple times to break the cycle. Termites? Long-term barrier protection with annual checkups. We match the treatment to the problem.

Safe for Families and Pets Everything we use is safe once it’s dried. Got kids? Dogs? Cats? We adjust application methods and product choices to keep them safe. No cutting corners.

Follow-Through That Actually Happens If we say we’re coming back for a second treatment, we show up. If we promise an annual termite inspection, we’ll call you when it’s due. Follow-through isn’t optional—it’s how pest control actually works.

Why Edinburg Chooses Colco

We’re based in McAllen, so Edinburg is right in our service area—we’re here fast. We’re licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture. We’re family-owned, so you’re talking to people who actually care about solving your problem, not hitting a sales quota.

We know the difference between pests that need one visit and pests that need a plan. We know which Edinburg neighborhoods flood and which ones have roof rat issues. We know when citrus harvest happens and field mice start showing up indoors.

Call 956-777-6328 or schedule online. We’re open Monday-Saturday, 8 AM-8 PM.