Dallas County, Alabama

Pest control in Selma, AL

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Local data

Selma at a glance

11/12Months averaging 50°F+ (insect season)

54.5 inYearly precipitation

40Freezing nights a year

1971Median year homes were built

Population: 16,077 (Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimate, July 1, 2025).

Average monthly temperatureNOAA 1991–2020 normals, SELMA, AL. Bars in green average 50°F or more.

48°Jan
51°Feb
58°Mar
65°Apr
73°May
80°Jun
82°Jul
82°Aug
78°Sep
67°Oct
56°Nov
50°Dec

Pest season in Selma

NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the SELMA, AL station show an average temperature of 65.9°F, about 54.5 inches of precipitation a year spread over roughly 72 days with measurable rain or snow, 40 nights at or below freezing and 81 days reaching 90°F or more. Monthly averages stay at or above 50°F for 11 months of the year, a long warm season for ants, mosquitoes, wasps and other outdoor insects, with a short winter break. Average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about February through December.

Moisture and pests

At about 54.5 inches a year, Selma is wet by national standards. Damp soil, gutters and crawl spaces favor subterranean termites, mosquitoes breeding in standing water, and moisture-loving pests such as cockroaches, silverfish and carpenter ants in water-damaged wood.

Homes and pest entry points

The median year built for housing in Selma is 1971, and about 70% of its 9,431 housing units were built before 1980. Homes from this era often have settled foundations, aging weatherstripping and wood trim that can let pests in, and many have crawl spaces or basements worth checking for moisture. About 35% of housing units are in buildings with two or more units, where cockroaches and bed bugs can move between neighboring homes through shared walls and plumbing.

Services most relevant in Selma

Owners, landlords and tenants

About 46% of occupied homes in Selma are owner-occupied and 54% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should usually report pest problems to their landlord or property manager first, since leases and local rules often make treatment their responsibility.

Nearby places

Selma is in Dallas County. Places within about 30 miles include Valley Grande (5 mi) and Marion (22 mi).

Frequently asked questions

Is Pest Control Nation a pest control company in Selma?

No. Pest Control Nation is a referral service. Calls from Selma are connected to an independent pest control provider, subject to availability in Dallas County.

When are pests most active around Selma?

Based on NOAA monthly normals for the SELMA, AL station, average temperatures are at or above 50°F from about February through December, which is when most outdoor insects are active. Mice and some insects move indoors as it cools (about 40 freezing nights a year).

Which pest services are most relevant in Selma?

Based on local climate and housing data, termite, rodent, bed bug are worth knowing about. Any of the listed pest services can be requested when you call.

Does this line handle raccoons, squirrels or other wildlife in Selma?

No. Wildlife such as raccoons, squirrels, bats, snakes, skunks and birds is not handled through this line. Contact a wildlife control service or Dallas County animal services for those.

Should renters in Selma call?

Tenants should usually contact their landlord or property manager first. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected with a provider.

Sources: Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimate (July 1, 2025) for population; American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25003, B25024, B25034, B25035); 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (annual and monthly).

Covered pests