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CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA

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CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA

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Customers say: Quick response
49 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Critter Control is the Nation's Leading Wildlife Control Firm, specializing in the removal of raccoons, opossums, squirrels, woodchucks, skunks, rats, mice, bats, etc. We offer humane removal, repair of the damage, and exclusion to keep the animals from re entering the home. We also specialize in attic clean up and restoration when animals have soiled the insulation. Please call us at (402) 339-2653 if you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment!

"Excellent they are all gone!!!!"

Demetria D on November 2020

Critter Control is the Nation's Leading Wildlife Control Firm, specializing in the removal of raccoons, opossums, squirrels, woodchucks, skunks, rats, mice, bats, etc. We offer humane removal, repair of the damage, and exclusion to keep the animals from re entering the home. We also specialize in attic clean up and restoration when animals have soiled the insulation. Please call us at (402) 339-2653 if you have any questions or if you would like to schedule an appointment!

"Excellent they are all gone!!!!"

Demetria D on November 2020

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Jaxon

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Jaxon

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1 years of experience

We are prepared to handle any situation from Animal control, lawn care, tree removal, property maintenance and snow removal in the winter

We are prepared to handle any situation from Animal control, lawn care, tree removal, property maintenance and snow removal in the winter

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East Village Handyman

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East Village Handyman

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11 years of experience

East Village Handyman is a full service handyman business providing prompt and professional service.

East Village Handyman is a full service handyman business providing prompt and professional service.

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DOWIE PEST CONTROL

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DOWIE PEST CONTROL

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22 years of experience

We are family owned and operated. We have been in business since 2003 providing pest control services for both residential and commercial accounts. We handle termite inspections as well as other house inspections to determine pest problems and solutions. We also specialize in Bat removal and exclusion and are a leading company in the area for bat exclusion work.

We are family owned and operated. We have been in business since 2003 providing pest control services for both residential and commercial accounts. We handle termite inspections as well as other house inspections to determine pest problems and solutions. We also specialize in Bat removal and exclusion and are a leading company in the area for bat exclusion work.

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Trapper's Wildlife Control

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Trapper's Wildlife Control

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Nuisance wild animal removal & control trapping pest services. We specialize in yard or ground mole & vole removal using traps and no poisons. We guarantee mole catches or you don't pay. Skunks, pigeons, voles, groundhogs, beaver, etc. Additional email: [email protected].

Nuisance wild animal removal & control trapping pest services. We specialize in yard or ground mole & vole removal using traps and no poisons. We guarantee mole catches or you don't pay. Skunks, pigeons, voles, groundhogs, beaver, etc. Additional email: [email protected].

Preferred Pest Management Inc

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Preferred Pest Management Inc

4.56(
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Customers say: Quick response
39 years of experience

Locally owned & operated by Dave Knudson.

"Great work. Called them again for wasp removal at a different home and again were great. Very reasonably priced, and competent."

Pat P on November 2018

Locally owned & operated by Dave Knudson.

"Great work. Called them again for wasp removal at a different home and again were great. Very reasonably priced, and competent."

Pat P on November 2018

P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

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P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.

We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.

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Preferred Pest Control

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Preferred Pest Control

4.90(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Preferred Pest Control has proudly served Central Iowa for over 35 years, and is owned and operated by a certified Entomologist. Our team is made up of courteous & hardworking individuals who are extensively trained on new pest control technology. Our technicians perform effective treatments, including the use of bed bug detection canines for highly accurate identification, minimally-invasive termite technology, effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques for commercial clients and so much more. We use pest control methods that are environmentally safe for kids and pets. Preferred Pest Control’s goal is to not only treat the pest problem at hand, but prevent future infestations by educating our clients.

Preferred Pest Control has proudly served Central Iowa for over 35 years, and is owned and operated by a certified Entomologist. Our team is made up of courteous & hardworking individuals who are extensively trained on new pest control technology. Our technicians perform effective treatments, including the use of bed bug detection canines for highly accurate identification, minimally-invasive termite technology, effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques for commercial clients and so much more. We use pest control methods that are environmentally safe for kids and pets. Preferred Pest Control’s goal is to not only treat the pest problem at hand, but prevent future infestations by educating our clients.

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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Yes, honey bees can sting, but they typically only do it when they feel their hive is threatened. When honey bees are away from their hive, they’re focused on foraging for pollen and nectar, making them unlikely to sting. Only female honey bees, called workers, have stingers, and they will die if they need to use them. Generally, if left undisturbed, honey bees will leave you alone.

Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground. 

Whereas a honeybee can only sting you once, a yellow jacket can sting you multiple times because they don’t leave stingers in the skin. In the unfortunate case that you get stung by a yellow jacket, it’s important to react calmly and quickly. Immediately ice the affected area until the swelling subsides. You may also take an antihistamine if necessary. If you experience an allergic reaction to a yellow jacket sting or have been stung several times, seek medical care right away. 

Some species of bees (not to mention hornets) are aggressive and dangerous to have in your walls. If they swarm in anger or defense, they could badly hurt people in your home. Other species of bees are largely harmless and many people live in close proximity to them.

Either way, bees making hives in your walls usually causes damage. It can contribute to moisture problems, and attract other pests. Those problems get even worse if honeycombs build up. So we strongly suggest you find a way to keep bees from taking up permanent residence.

Some bees may return after the nest is removed. These are called "straggler" bees, and it may take them a couple of weeks before they leave. The reason is the nest may have been removed while the bees were away. These bees don't typically survive long once the nest is gone, so you may want to contact a beekeeper to help relocate them elsewhere.

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