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Avatar for CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA

CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA

PO Box 27308
4.40(
20
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•Approved Pro

CRITTER CONTROL OF OMAHA

PO Box 27308
4.40(
20
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
58 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

Innovative Solutions Property Maintenance

14495 N 51st Ave W
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Innovative Solutions Property Maintenance

14495 N 51st Ave W
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Want your lawncare and yard work done for reasonable rates and done with professional results? Then give us a call! We have fast turnaround times and complete jobs in a timely manner. We do junk removal and trash outs for rental properties and homeowners. Plus have many other services available including powerwashing, decks finishing, building, home maintenance, interior & exterior painting, tree trimming, removal, gutter cleaning, lock changes, & much more. Call for a free estimate. We are licensed, insured & have been background checked.

Want your lawncare and yard work done for reasonable rates and done with professional results? Then give us a call! We have fast turnaround times and complete jobs in a timely manner. We do junk removal and trash outs for rental properties and homeowners. Plus have many other services available including powerwashing, decks finishing, building, home maintenance, interior & exterior painting, tree trimming, removal, gutter cleaning, lock changes, & much more. Call for a free estimate. We are licensed, insured & have been background checked.

2 Cute Raccoons

605 State St
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2 Cute Raccoons

605 State St
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Estate clear out; junk removal; organizational services. We are a fast, courteous pair. We work efficiently to clear your home or space of unwanted items. We offer delivery to areas of disposal, and leave behind a clean environment for habital living or home selling. We accept jobs at foreclosure properties, family estates, private homes, and some office spaces. We will haul large items such as refrigerators for additional disposal fees. Free estimates prior to acceptance of job. Hire us for a professional, empathetic, and satisfying clear out experience.

Estate clear out; junk removal; organizational services. We are a fast, courteous pair. We work efficiently to clear your home or space of unwanted items. We offer delivery to areas of disposal, and leave behind a clean environment for habital living or home selling. We accept jobs at foreclosure properties, family estates, private homes, and some office spaces. We will haul large items such as refrigerators for additional disposal fees. Free estimates prior to acceptance of job. Hire us for a professional, empathetic, and satisfying clear out experience.

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DOWIE PEST CONTROL

1016 245TH PL
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DOWIE PEST CONTROL

1016 245TH PL
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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

3626 NW Trestle Point Dr
5.00(
4
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Trapper's Wildlife Control

3626 NW Trestle Point Dr
5.00(
4
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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

PO Box 687
4.56(
9
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Preferred Pest Management Inc

PO Box 687
4.56(
9
)
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

2610 Holly Dr
5.00(
10
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P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

2610 Holly Dr
5.00(
10
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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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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

DIY removal risks harming bees and you. Professionals offer safe and effective solutions protecting both parties.

Yes, they apply humane techniques, prioritizing environmental balance while addressing bee concerns.

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.

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.

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. 

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