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Q: How long does it take to get rid of a rat infestation?

• <div><p>The full process of using a rat exterminator can take several weeks. If you have a larger infestation, the exterminator may need to return several times to collect rats. The timeline of your rat eradication depends on the infestation size and type of treatment, so consult a rat exterminator to get an accurate estimate for your specific issue.</p></div>

Q: Can vinegar kill bamboo?

• <div><p>No, vinegar cannot kill bamboo. Common household chemicals like vinegar and even bleach are unlikely to kill bamboo, and they may only have minimal effect on bamboo roots. Since they can alter the chemical composition of nearby soil, we suggest avoiding these methods. Bamboo is very tough and not even all herbicides work well against it. To beat back bamboo, find an herbicide that&rsquo;s specifically designed to work against tough grasses.</p></div>

Q: Can I reuse live rat traps to save money?

• <div><p>While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.</p></div>

Q: What scents do mosquitoes hate?

• <div><p>Some of the smells we love are, thankfully, pretty putrid for mosquitoes. A few essential oils that might have them swarming in the other direction include:</p><ul><li><p>Lavender</p></li><li><p>Citronella</p></li><li><p>Eucalyptus</p></li><li><p>Cinnamon</p></li><li><p>Thyme</p></li></ul><p>Be careful how and where you apply essential oils around pets and children, and top them off regularly so they stay effective.</p></div>

Q: Will a dryer kill bed bugs?

• <div><p>Yes, a household dryer can kill items infested with bed bugs, such as bedding, stuffed animals, clothes, or shoes. As long as the dryer isn&rsquo;t stuffed to the brim, you can run it on high for about 30 minutes to kill bed bugs at all life stages. This method will kill any live bed bugs in your linens or upholstered materials.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

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He’s a tree cutting fool. Knows exactly what he’s doin. Great work!
Parker tree service
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Reviewed in February 2025
They did a very thorough job pressure washing my entire house and foundation. They did it in one day and did a great job.
CB Mechanical
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Reviewed in January 2025
Fredy and his crew did an amazing job painting the interior of our home. I highly recommend his company. He was very fair priced and honest. His price was cheaper than anybody else i called and his crew did an amazing job. There were holes here and there and his crew patched the sheetrock and...
Fredy Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2024
I think the quality they produce is like no other
Quality Choice Roofing
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Reviewed in March 2024
Very professional, Completed the job in a timely manner, I will be hiring them again to do more excavation work.
Kaup's Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
The gentleman or on time they are very professional very courteous they cleaned up after themselves they did not leave until we were satisfied with the work I highly recommend them
DRT-Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
All the questions you ask, the customer service, close attention to detail, communication, ability to work, and professionalism were all on point! The owner himself cam out and drew up plans! I cannot say anything negative about this company and I cannot say enough words to explain how amazing...
Tri-State Profile
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very good work will hire again for my lawn service!
Haithcock's Lawncare
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Reviewed in December 2022
I had a successful time on this app, and it was not a scam. I loved it!
Elite Construction
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Reviewed in April 2022
They were very thoughtful of my time and worked with me to set up a good time for the lawn care to be done! Awesome job on my lawn! It looks amazing for all of my summer entertaining!
B & B Lawn Care
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TruGreen

3.7(

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Service representative was very knowledgeable about lawn, shrub, and pest control."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

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All Southern Pest Control

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"All Southern Pest Control has always gone above and beyond for my pest control needs! Provides friendly knowledgeable service not to mention pricing was better than all other!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Animal Control Specialists, LLC.

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not hear anymore noise in my attic. They never caught the squirrel but they sealed off entry points"

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"Recent purchases for termites and pest control. Time will tell if they got it right."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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The Mosquito Authority

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\n\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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J. Henry Pest Solutions, Inc.

5.0(

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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

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Thank you for choosing J. Henry Pest Solutions, Inc., We are here to care for all your pest control needs. Residential, and commercial customers are welcome. We promise prompt, personal, and professional service, as well as competitive rates. We look forward to earning your continuing business.

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

When it comes to protecting homes, Terminix has satisfied more customers than any other insect and pest control company in the industry, with more than 15 million service visits annually.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. They solved all the problems I had with the chimney and it’s been working perfectly ever since. They also fixed a problem on the roof around the chimney; they replaced the wood around the chimney with a material that would never rot, so they fixed it even better than it was before. It took them a couple of days to do the work. They took care of all the cleanup as well. We've been real happy with them."

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

The full process of using a rat exterminator can take several weeks. If you have a larger infestation, the exterminator may need to return several times to collect rats. The timeline of your rat eradication depends on the infestation size and type of treatment, so consult a rat exterminator to get an accurate estimate for your specific issue.

No, vinegar cannot kill bamboo. Common household chemicals like vinegar and even bleach are unlikely to kill bamboo, and they may only have minimal effect on bamboo roots. Since they can alter the chemical composition of nearby soil, we suggest avoiding these methods. Bamboo is very tough and not even all herbicides work well against it. To beat back bamboo, find an herbicide that’s specifically designed to work against tough grasses.

While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.

Some of the smells we love are, thankfully, pretty putrid for mosquitoes. A few essential oils that might have them swarming in the other direction include:

Lavender
Citronella
Eucalyptus
Cinnamon
Thyme

Be careful how and where you apply essential oils around pets and children, and top them off regularly so they stay effective.

Yes, a household dryer can kill items infested with bed bugs, such as bedding, stuffed animals, clothes, or shoes. As long as the dryer isn’t stuffed to the brim, you can run it on high for about 30 minutes to kill bed bugs at all life stages. This method will kill any live bed bugs in your linens or upholstered materials.

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