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Plunkett's Pest Control

4.70(
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Plunkett's Pest Control

4.70(
251
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

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XtraHand (handyman services)

5.00(
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XtraHand (handyman services)

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Best way to reach me is by email. [email protected]. I might take a day to get back to you so if your are wanting something done sooner than later please let me know in your email. I do not answer the phone while I'm with a client I find it very Rude! I would also need good times to call back. Most of the time I get in late and most people don't want to be bothered then. So you folks that have tried to get me and wasn't patient enough to wait on the call back my apology. I'm a Owner/Operator of a small business.Offering Handyman services. Special rates are offered for long contract jobs(example mowing of your lawn for the season).

"Ryan did a great job and cleaned up after. Punctual and friendly service."

Andrew S on May 2019

The Best way to reach me is by email. [email protected]. I might take a day to get back to you so if your are wanting something done sooner than later please let me know in your email. I do not answer the phone while I'm with a client I find it very Rude! I would also need good times to call back. Most of the time I get in late and most people don't want to be bothered then. So you folks that have tried to get me and wasn't patient enough to wait on the call back my apology. I'm a Owner/Operator of a small business.Offering Handyman services. Special rates are offered for long contract jobs(example mowing of your lawn for the season).

"Ryan did a great job and cleaned up after. Punctual and friendly service."

Andrew S on May 2019

P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

5.00(
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P A W S Pest & Wildlife Service

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.

Verified Reviews for Animal Removal pros in Shellsburg, IA

*The Angi rating for Animal Removal companies in Shellsburg, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Animal Removal needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Animal Removal companies in Shellsburg, IA is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Animal Removal needs.

Last update on December 29, 2025

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

If you seal bees in a wall and don’t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they’ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That’s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.

In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.

You should never try to remove a bee's nest yourself because it can be extremely dangerous. The amount of bees that can live in a hive depends on the type of bee, but honey bees can have up to 80,000 bees living in a hive. People who are allergic to bees can have life-threatening reactions from a single sting. So, it's best to leave bee nest removal to the professionals who have the knowledge and equipment to do so safely.

DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself. 

Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away. 

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