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Q: What smell keeps armadillos away?

• <div><p>Armadillos have very strong smelling capabilities to track down insects efficiently. But this superpower is actually a double-edged sword because their extreme sense of smell also causes them to be more sensitive and deterred by strong odors. To keep them at bay, you can place small amounts of substances like vinegar, ammonia, and mothballs around your property and near armadillo hotspots.</p><p>Although you can technically flood an armadillo out of its hole, it&rsquo;s important to remember that this can be potentially fatal to the animal. Armadillos sleep between 16 and 18 hours a day, and if you perform this technique while they&rsquo;re deep in sleep, they may not awake soon enough to save themselves.</p></div>

Q: Which animals build nests in attics?

• <div><p>Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home&rsquo;s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:</p><ul><li><p>Raccoons</p></li><li><p>Bats</p></li><li><p>Squirrels</p></li><li><p>Mice</p></li><li><p>Rats</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Are mushrooms dangerous for pets?

• <div><p>As with anything ingested by animals, there is always a chance that mushrooms will be toxic. Clearing the tops of mushrooms from the soil to prevent them from being eaten by pets is always a good idea. Since poisonous mushrooms can be deadly, we recommended that any mushroom ingestion is treated as a veterinary emergency. Watch for signs of lethargy and digestive distress in any animal suspected to have eaten a mushroom and contact your vet immediately.</p></div>

Q: What other bugs can be mistaken for bed bugs?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve ruled out small cockroaches, some other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/bugs-that-look-like-bed-bugs.htm">bugs you might mistake for bed bugs</a> are carpet beetles, bat bugs, and booklice. However, they&rsquo;re usually found in different parts of the home. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-carpet-beetles.htm">Carpet beetles</a> are found in fabrics and carpets, bat bugs live in attics, and booklice dwell around books and damp areas.</p></div>

Q: What is the fastest way to get rid of moles?

• <div><p>The fastest method to get rid of moles is, unfortunately, not the most humane one. Poison baits and traps are the quickest way to get rid of a mole infestation. </p><p>However, the poison can be dangerous and even deadly to other visiting animals, such as birds, cats, and dogs. The toxins can even affect predatory birds who eat the moles after they've consumed the poison.</p></div>

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Did what I asked efficiently and cleaned up. Worked quickly. I am very happy with results. He also leveled an are for my greenhouse.
Paradise Landworks LLC
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Porter was our electrician did a great job explaining our problem. I will definitely ask for him again thank you! Mr electric! I will let others know to use Mr electric for sure!
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They went above and beyond to fix both my gate and sprinklers at a very affordable price. Not only did they provide exceptional service, but they also came to assist me on their day off. Their dedication truly saved the day for me.
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Reviewed in February 2024
He did an excellent job on trimming all the windows in my house
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Reviewed in March 2023
Edgewater gutters did an excellent job installing gutters on our house and equipment shed at a reasonable price. I highly recommend their service.
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Reviewed in November 2022
John and Trey did an excellent job! Very thorough and clean!
Renewal by Andersen of Boise
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Dustin delivered 3 full loads of road rock as agreed and as scheduled to help complete our driveway. We wouldn't hesitate to hire him for future work.
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He did a fine job!
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Reviewed in August 2021
This is one of the best companies that my husband and I have ever hired. We have hired a lot of people over the years and they are hands down the best. I was contacted immediately by the owner when I put out a request for a bid and he came that day to assess the situation and give us a bid. Two...
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Reviewed in March 2021
Very Professional and thorough. Everything was explained to me and I was encouraged to reach out with any questions or concerns. I would totally hire Two Screws again! I highly recommend! A total joy to work with! Thank you!
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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

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Mountain West Pest Control

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with Robert from Mountain West Pest Control he did a fantastic job and checked back with us to see how things were going I would recommend him 100%"

Response time4 hrs

Response rate97%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Western Pacific Northwest

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jovany Maldonado does an amazing job has been our pest control agent for several years goes the xtra mile to take care of our pest control needs would highly recommend him and his company"

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M&K's Bugs Be Where, LLC

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and professionally communicate with every customer. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job is.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Rapid Fire Pest Solutions

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Austin at Rapid Fire Pest Solutions is very knowledgeable and professional! He always takes the time to answer all the questions you have. He is a very sincere and thoughtful person! Highly recommended this company!"

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Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

"I would never know he was there, him that is!! I have noticed a great difference as far as all the pests we HAD. Great Job!"

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Armadillos have very strong smelling capabilities to track down insects efficiently. But this superpower is actually a double-edged sword because their extreme sense of smell also causes them to be more sensitive and deterred by strong odors. To keep them at bay, you can place small amounts of substances like vinegar, ammonia, and mothballs around your property and near armadillo hotspots.

Although you can technically flood an armadillo out of its hole, it’s important to remember that this can be potentially fatal to the animal. Armadillos sleep between 16 and 18 hours a day, and if you perform this technique while they’re deep in sleep, they may not awake soon enough to save themselves.

Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home’s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:

Raccoons
Bats
Squirrels
Mice
Rats

As with anything ingested by animals, there is always a chance that mushrooms will be toxic. Clearing the tops of mushrooms from the soil to prevent them from being eaten by pets is always a good idea. Since poisonous mushrooms can be deadly, we recommended that any mushroom ingestion is treated as a veterinary emergency. Watch for signs of lethargy and digestive distress in any animal suspected to have eaten a mushroom and contact your vet immediately.

If you’ve ruled out small cockroaches, some other bugs you might mistake for bed bugs are carpet beetles, bat bugs, and booklice. However, they’re usually found in different parts of the home. Carpet beetles are found in fabrics and carpets, bat bugs live in attics, and booklice dwell around books and damp areas.

The fastest method to get rid of moles is, unfortunately, not the most humane one. Poison baits and traps are the quickest way to get rid of a mole infestation.

However, the poison can be dangerous and even deadly to other visiting animals, such as birds, cats, and dogs. The toxins can even affect predatory birds who eat the moles after they've consumed the poison.

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