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Dog Guard
4.9(
417
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Electronic Pet Fence - InstallElectronic Pet Fence - Repair or Adjust

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was going to buy a fence and install it myself but decided to just let a pro do it. A week latter and the customer service is still top notch. Only complaint was I think the fence was originally set a little high but that was an easy change. If your looking for a dog fence I highly recommend Dog Guard."
Pet containment for cats too!
All sizes and breeds!
Ellie a Boxer with the Hanson boys
Indoor & outdoor applications.
Lynn Hahn with Nicki a German Shorthair

+90

Response time12 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Freedom Fence
5.0(
6
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Electronic Pet Fence - Install

Serving Shell Rock, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great group of guys who arrived on time and even though it rained most of the day they got the fence installed on time. Great group of guys and were very helpful to me and my dog."
RANDALL INSTALL
MELYCHER INSTALL
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Animal Fencing FAQs, answered by experts

Groundhogs have a strong aversion to powerful scents, including garlic, ammonia, vinegar, hot peppers like cayenne, and predator urine. Various herbs such as rosemary, lavender, basil, mint, sage, thyme, and oregano can also act as deterrents. You can strategically use these odors around your property by planting these crops near your garden and by the entrances to groundhog burrows. Commercially available repellents offer another option, and for best results, scent-based deterrents should be used alongside other preventive measures.

No, pest-repellent plants can only reduce the number of pests in your garden—they won’t repel all of them. So, for example, a plant like catnip that repels mosquitoes won’t completely eradicate them from your yard.

In addition to a clean home, fleas dislike oils made from plants that are naturally bug-resistant or poisonous to bugs. That includes myrtle, mint, eucalyptus, and especially cedar oil. Common household remedies like baking soda, garlic and apple vinegar don’t have any effect on fleas. Don’t spray essential oils directly on your own skin or your pets (and their bedding, because it can be a skin irritant. Stay away from tea tree oil. In pure form it can be very toxic to pets. Always ask your vet if you have any questions.

The cost to hire an exterminator or pest control service is $175 on average, with typical costs ranging from $100 to $500. However, you could spend more depending on several factors, including the type of pest, the size and severity of the infestation, and the number of visits required.

Service costs also vary by frequency:

• One-time service: $300–$550

• Initial visit with ongoing service: $150–$300

• Monthly visits: $40–$70

• Quarterly visits: $100–$300

• Annual visits: $300–$550

The type of pest significantly impacts the price. For example, exterminating spiders typically costs between $100 and $300, while a termite problem can range from $230 to $2,500 or more, depending on the extent of the damage. Routine pest control services can help prevent future infestations and costly damage to your home.

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. 

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