Rats - Rats are not very common in most areas of New Mexico but can and should be eliminated whenever they invade a structure. Consult a professional if you believe you have a rat in you home or other structure. Centipedes Their bite can be painful. They are found in all areas but mostly in new construction areas, since they are an outdoor insect. They can live under slab homes and come up through expansion joints, plumbing and cracks in the concrete.
Control is possible through knowledge of their habits and proper product placement.
These pests can be very annoying when they are in your home, due to their chirping and their ability to hide from view. Crickets will also chew on curtains and other fabric when trapped in a structure. Control is fairly easy to achieve. Crickets Wasps - All species can sting. Nests near homes, especially with children present, should be removed.