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Heritage Pest Management of Wine Country
4.9(
14
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Lucerne, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The only company that actually called me back and came out and took care of my problem with yellow jackets very professional got the job done, and I have not had any problems cents. I highly recommend heritage pest control."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Pest Pros
4.0(
105
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals+1 more

Serving Lucerne, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted all pest pros the beginning of April because of a dead smell coming from my attic. I also had flies coming out of there. The inspector Alex went into the attic and removed dead rat from a trap that Terminix left behind. I signed a contract, though I thought was  a little pricey at the time. With all the hard work that these guys did, I now feel that it was money well spent. I just had my last check up yesterday and there were no rats in the traps and am no longer hearing noises in my walls. My house has been nice and cool with the new insulation that was put in. GREAT JOB TO ALL PEST PROS!
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
Special Service Bird Control
New to Angi
Pest Control - Birds and Bats

Serving Lucerne, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

At Special Service Bird Control our mission is to provide our customers with the best in bird control services, by utilizing the latest and most advanced techniques. To ensure that our customers are fully satisfied with our services, we, at SSBC, aim to provide the safest, most effective, and environmentally friendly solutions at competitive prices.

Armed Force Pest Control, Inc.
New to Angi
Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Lucerne, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Armed Force Pest Control, Inc. specializes in providing comprehensive pest and weed control solutions for both commercial and residential clients. Esteemed for their exceptional service, the company is Diamond Certified and has been recognized as the "Best Pest Control" and the recipient of the "Best Customer Service" gold award in Lake and Mendocino counties. The competition's acclaim underlines their significant presence in the industry since 2002. As a locally owned and operated enterprise, they maintain high standards by being fully insured, bonded, and licensed. Their reputation is built upon being reliable, effective, fair, and responsible in their services.\n\n

Response time2 days
Animal Removal FAQs, answered by experts

You’ll find groundhogs are most active during the morning hours and late afternoon, but they want to avoid humans at all costs. If you do set a trap, you can set it out the night before so it’s waiting on them the next morning, and try to remove any human scent when setting it out.

You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.

Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.

Setting up an animal trap in your yard largely depends on where you live and the type of critter you're dealing with. In many states, trapping nuisance animals like squirrels, rats, or raccoons is allowed, sometimes without needing a permit. However, certain wildlife species are protected, and not all states have lenient catch-and-release regulations.

Before placing a trap, check your local laws to avoid fines or other legal issues. Some areas allow DIY trapping, while others may require professional assistance. Most areas require a professional to relocate the animal once trapped. Consulting a pro ensures you handle the situation responsibly, humanely, and within the law.

How long skunks stick around depends on the time of year and whether they have youngsters. Skunks only spend a few days in a den during warm months. However, they’ll put down roots during the other seasons, particularly females with kits. Female skunks may stay in the same place throughout early spring and summer, and all skunks usually stick around during the winter months. No matter the season, skunks prefer safe areas with plenty of access to food. 

Using chemicals with harsh odors is a natural way to repel bears. While the animal’s strong sense of smell is an asset in the animal kingdom, it’s a weakness here. Simply place bleach or ammonia in a bucket and leave it outside day or night. Ironically, bears also dislike the smell of pine, so you can use pine oil or a pine-based cleaning agent. Avoid using cleaning products with fruit or citrus smells, however.

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