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Q: What do paper wasps look like?

• <div><p>Paper wasps look similar to other wasps, like yellow jackets. They have narrow, but not thread-like, waists with black or brown bodies and yellow colorations. You can better identify paper wasps by their nests, which are made with regurgitated wood pulp. The nests look like they are made from paper and usually have visible hexagonal holes, like a honeybee hive.</p><p>They build their nests in places like eaves or branches, and their removal more often warrants the help of a wasp control specialist near you. </p></div>

Q: Are skunks hard to get rid of?

• <div><p>Luckily, skunks aren&rsquo;t challenging to get rid of. You can try to remove them slowly by filling their den entryway loosely with newspaper. Many skunks notice their den is in jeopardy and take off on their own. You can also try making a homemade spray of jalapeno pepper, yellow onion, and cayenne pepper&mdash;believe it or not, skunks are sensitive to these smells, so if you spray this around the den or in hard-to-reach places around your property, most skunks will take the hint and leave. </p></div>

Q: What scent drives rodents away?

• <div><p>The best way to deal with a rodent problem is to avoid it in the first place. One way to do that is to make your home smell uninviting to them. Here are some household products that can repel rodents. When using oils, try soaking a cotton ball in the stuff and leaving it in places rodents frequent:</p><ul><li><p>Peppermint oil</p></li><li><p>Eucalyptus oil</p></li><li><p>Cinnamon</p></li><li><p>Vinegar</p></li><li><p>Cedarwood </p></li><li><p>Cloves</p></li><li><p>Garlic</p></li><li><p>Chili oil/powder</p></li><li><p>Cayenne pepper</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How do I prevent mosquitoes between treatments?

• <div><p>Eliminate standing water, use mosquito-repellent plants, and maintain regular treatments for best results.</p></div>

Q: How do I tell the difference between a water bug and Oriental cockroach at night?

• <div><p>The cockroach most easily confused with water bugs is the Oriental cockroach, for several reasons. Their shape is most similar to a water bug, and they&rsquo;re notorious for seeking out and living near water. If you capture one of these bugs close to a water supply, you can quickly tell if it&rsquo;s an Oriental roach or a water bug. These roaches are a darker color, and they cannot fly, while water bugs are a lighter brown and can fly to escape. </p></div>

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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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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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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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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Council, ID and surrounding areas

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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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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business

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.

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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

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Termite

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!"

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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

Paper wasps look similar to other wasps, like yellow jackets. They have narrow, but not thread-like, waists with black or brown bodies and yellow colorations. You can better identify paper wasps by their nests, which are made with regurgitated wood pulp. The nests look like they are made from paper and usually have visible hexagonal holes, like a honeybee hive.

They build their nests in places like eaves or branches, and their removal more often warrants the help of a wasp control specialist near you.

Luckily, skunks aren’t challenging to get rid of. You can try to remove them slowly by filling their den entryway loosely with newspaper. Many skunks notice their den is in jeopardy and take off on their own. You can also try making a homemade spray of jalapeno pepper, yellow onion, and cayenne pepper—believe it or not, skunks are sensitive to these smells, so if you spray this around the den or in hard-to-reach places around your property, most skunks will take the hint and leave.

The best way to deal with a rodent problem is to avoid it in the first place. One way to do that is to make your home smell uninviting to them. Here are some household products that can repel rodents. When using oils, try soaking a cotton ball in the stuff and leaving it in places rodents frequent:

Peppermint oil
Eucalyptus oil
Cinnamon
Vinegar
Cedarwood
Cloves
Garlic
Chili oil/powder
Cayenne pepper

Eliminate standing water, use mosquito-repellent plants, and maintain regular treatments for best results.

The cockroach most easily confused with water bugs is the Oriental cockroach, for several reasons. Their shape is most similar to a water bug, and they’re notorious for seeking out and living near water. If you capture one of these bugs close to a water supply, you can quickly tell if it’s an Oriental roach or a water bug. These roaches are a darker color, and they cannot fly, while water bugs are a lighter brown and can fly to escape.

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