Pest Risk Report93905

SALINAS, CA

Monterey County

What You Should Know

  • !Cockroaches risk is 19% above state average - elevated concern
  • !Termites risk is 44% above national average
  • Low rodents risk (26% below average) - prevention plan candidate

Risk Assessment

19/100

Rodents

low risk
+36%vs California
-26%vs National
Peak:Sep - Mar
75/100

Termites

elevated risk
avgvs California
+44%vs National
Peak:Mar - Jun
75/100

Cockroaches

elevated risk
+19%vs California
+67%vs National
Peak:May - Oct
65/100

Bedbugs

moderate risk
+44%vs California
+44%vs National
Peak:Jun - Sep
Termites: Swarm season for new colonies. Cockroaches: Most active in warm, humid weather

Local Factors

Area characteristics influencing pest risk in Monterey County

Housing Characteristics

Median Construction Year~1975

Mid-century homes may have some settling-related gaps but generally have intact foundations

Pre-1950 Housing Stock17%

High concentration of older homes means more properties with potential structural entry points throughout the neighborhood

Multi-Unit Housing33%

Apartments and condos share walls and utility chases - pests can spread between units even if one resident maintains good practices

Environmental Factors

Poultry Operation Density0.02/sq mi

78 operations in county. Feed storage and waste attract rodent populations that expand into residential areas

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