What scent do squirrels hate the most?

• <div><p>Scents such as peppermint oil, rosemary, garlic, and cinnamon can help deter squirrels from your property. Squirrels also have a strong aversion to the scent of capsaicin, the naturally-occurring compound that provides the characteristic heat in chili peppers. This makes capsaicin-based repellents an effective way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-keep-squirrels-out-of-garden.htm">deter squirrels</a> from specific areas like gardens or bird feeders. Additionally, squirrels aren’t a fan of strong, fresh scents, so you may have success placing strong-smelling soaps or dryer sheets near where they frequent. </p></div>

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Q: Do carpet beetles bite?

• <div><p>Carpet beetles do not bite humans, but their larvae can cause skin irritation that&rsquo;s often mistaken for bites. These tiny, bristly larvae have barbed hairs that can lead to allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, resulting in red, itchy welts or rashes. While the irritation may resemble bug bites, it&rsquo;s actually a response to contact with the hairs or shed skins, not an actual bite. Adult carpet beetles are harmless and primarily feed on pollen, but their larvae can damage natural fibers like wool, fur, or leather in carpets, clothing, and upholstery. </p></div>

Q: What smell do roaches hate?

• <div><p>Roaches have a strong sense of smell, and they hate fragrances such as citrus, lavender, eucalyptus, and mint. You can use these scents in cleaning products, as room fresheners, or with plants throughout your home to deter roaches. Using these plants in your garden can also work to keep roaches from entering the home. You can even use these as ingredients to a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-organic-roach-killer-options-are-available.htm">natural roach repellent</a>. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to get rid of bed bugs?

• <div><p>The answer varies. Some infestations may get taken care of in one treatment, while others may require two to four in a row, or even monthly or semi-monthly visits over the course of a year. The best way to get rid of bed bugs quickly is to investigate and treat at the first sign of bed bugs and not to let it wait. </p></div>

Q: Do carpenter bees sting?

• <div><p>Male carpenter bees actually don't have a stinger, but they will hover around areas as a defense mechanism to deter intruders. However, females can sting but are not typically aggressive and tend to only sting when threatened or provoked. They are less active at night, so you are less likely to encounter them because they tend to rest at night.</p></div>

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Jim M on January 2026

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Gesundheit Air Quality Services

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Gesundheit Air Quality Services

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As your leading Air Duct Cleaning Company in Northern Arizona we also offer investigative services regarding air quality like mold inspections and allergen screening and also chimney and dryer vent cleaning. Locally & Family owned & operated. Additional phones - (928) 634-2580 (928) 774-2115, (928) 775-0303, Additional address - 155 S Montezuma Castle Hwy Camp Verde, AZ 86322. Additional DBA - Aerotube Technology LLC.

"He called before when he was on the way and started work immediately and finished within an hour."

Richard N on December 2019

"He called before when he was on the way and started work immediately and finished within an hour."

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Truly Nolen Pest & Termite Control of Prescott, Arizona

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Truly Nolen Pest & Termite Control of Prescott, Arizona

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Family-owned since 1938, we’re truly the experts in pest, termite and rodent control for your home or business. We understand year-round pest behavior and eliminate pests for good with Four Seasons, our proactive treatment program that’s backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee! If a new infestation occurs, we’ll retreat as needed at no additional cost. Call today for a free home inspection! Solution for all types of pests: Termites, Ants, Roaches, Rodents (nontoxic exclusion and removal), Fleas & Ticks, Scorpions, Spiders, Bees, Mosquitoes, Bed Bugs, Home Insulation and More *Free home inspection **Money-back guarantee ***Senior discounts Se habla espanol Buy online and save!

"Appears very professional, never showed up and had to rescheduled. Gave me discount for the inconvenience. They did the treatment from the outside. However, my master bathroom where the termite originated from and very much destroyed the wood etc. I have been asking to Robbie and Zack if they did the treatment for master bathroom from the inside. Robbie, try to reschedule but I have no answer. Called the office, still waiting. It has been over two weeks. I would not recommend them to anyone. My service was handled by Prescott office."

Mansoor N on October 2021

"Appears very professional, never showed up and had to rescheduled. Gave me discount for the inconvenience. They did the treatment from the outside. However, my master bathroom where the termite originated from and very much destroyed the wood etc. I have been asking to Robbie and Zack if they did the treatment for master bathroom from the inside. Robbie, try to reschedule but I have no answer. Called the office, still waiting. It has been over two weeks. I would not recommend them to anyone. My service was handled by Prescott office."

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Burns Pest Elimination is a full-service pest control company serving the greater Phoenix, Tucson, Arizona and Las Vegas regions. We serve both residential and commercial clients, eliminating pests from homes, offices, restaurants and more. In an emergency, Burns can get to you in a hurry. One-stop pest elimination • Termites • Rodents • Bees • Roaches • Crickets • Scorpions • Weeds • Birds Burns Pest Elimination offers flexible scheduling and does not require contracts. Our services come with a 30-day guarantee to ensure your home or office remains pest-free. Call Burns Pest Elimination today for a free no obligation estimate, or visit us online to learn more about our services.

"I live in Moreno Apartment homes in Scottsdale and have had an insect problem mostly nats for over 6 weeks they're everywhere in the house even the refrigerator we had over 40 nats in with our food, disgusting. Burns has come out 3 times now and spent a total of 5 minutes each time total from walking in the door to leaving, yeah real thorough Arizona needs to google what bedside manners are or even how to communicate without having the very first thing from drs, pest control people tell you we can't do that, I can,t help you. I travel the world for my job and if I didn't have to come to Barrows for a major spinal cord neck and disc surgery I'd never come to Arizona again. Burns sucks oh and they no showed no call 3 weeks in a row. Between the angriest drivers, the most uneducated natives ever oh I guess that's why their 47th in education in the country. look at reviews and youtube about why Phoenix and Scottsdale suck to live unless you're 90 years old in the retirement communities. In closing just expect people to be rude especially in the medical field. OH I'm a Professional Athlete so normally we have good Drs. and are treated at least like human beings oh and I'll give a list of pain drs and primary care doctors as well. Just don't waste your time with Burns if you have any type of nat problem they don't help or show up at all."

Ted D on June 2024

"I live in Moreno Apartment homes in Scottsdale and have had an insect problem mostly nats for over 6 weeks they're everywhere in the house even the refrigerator we had over 40 nats in with our food, disgusting. Burns has come out 3 times now and spent a total of 5 minutes each time total from walking in the door to leaving, yeah real thorough Arizona needs to google what bedside manners are or even how to communicate without having the very first thing from drs, pest control people tell you we can't do that, I can,t help you. I travel the world for my job and if I didn't have to come to Barrows for a major spinal cord neck and disc surgery I'd never come to Arizona again. Burns sucks oh and they no showed no call 3 weeks in a row. Between the angriest drivers, the most uneducated natives ever oh I guess that's why their 47th in education in the country. look at reviews and youtube about why Phoenix and Scottsdale suck to live unless you're 90 years old in the retirement communities. In closing just expect people to be rude especially in the medical field. OH I'm a Professional Athlete so normally we have good Drs. and are treated at least like human beings oh and I'll give a list of pain drs and primary care doctors as well. Just don't waste your time with Burns if you have any type of nat problem they don't help or show up at all."

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Truly Nolen Pest & Termite Control of Yuma, Arizona

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"Discriminated on the billing. My paperwork said one thing they kept billing me more."

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2012 Maricopa Business of the Year. Arizona's premier home inspection company. Thermal imaging certified, no extra charges for pools. Statewide service. We schedule termite Inspections as part of our Inspections. A Rated BBB. 6 month warranty included with every inspection. 7 day per week service. www.arizonainspections.com Office 520-208-2590

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We are a service company for pest control. We do everything from ants and mice to termites. Bug Wiser will get reed of your bees. We are a small local company who is just home grown. Like our small town we are just good people.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Scents such as peppermint oil, rosemary, garlic, and cinnamon can help deter squirrels from your property. Squirrels also have a strong aversion to the scent of capsaicin, the naturally-occurring compound that provides the characteristic heat in chili peppers. This makes capsaicin-based repellents an effective way to deter squirrels from specific areas like gardens or bird feeders. Additionally, squirrels aren’t a fan of strong, fresh scents, so you may have success placing strong-smelling soaps or dryer sheets near where they frequent.

Carpet beetles do not bite humans, but their larvae can cause skin irritation that’s often mistaken for bites. These tiny, bristly larvae have barbed hairs that can lead to allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, resulting in red, itchy welts or rashes. While the irritation may resemble bug bites, it’s actually a response to contact with the hairs or shed skins, not an actual bite. Adult carpet beetles are harmless and primarily feed on pollen, but their larvae can damage natural fibers like wool, fur, or leather in carpets, clothing, and upholstery.

Roaches have a strong sense of smell, and they hate fragrances such as citrus, lavender, eucalyptus, and mint. You can use these scents in cleaning products, as room fresheners, or with plants throughout your home to deter roaches. Using these plants in your garden can also work to keep roaches from entering the home. You can even use these as ingredients to a natural roach repellent.

The answer varies. Some infestations may get taken care of in one treatment, while others may require two to four in a row, or even monthly or semi-monthly visits over the course of a year. The best way to get rid of bed bugs quickly is to investigate and treat at the first sign of bed bugs and not to let it wait.

Male carpenter bees actually don't have a stinger, but they will hover around areas as a defense mechanism to deter intruders. However, females can sting but are not typically aggressive and tend to only sting when threatened or provoked. They are less active at night, so you are less likely to encounter them because they tend to rest at night.

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