Do house mice go in your bed?

• <div><p>It’s very rare to find mice in a bed frame or mattress outside of the most extreme infestation scenarios. That said, your bedroom isn’t off limits for mice if it offers them shelter, food, and warmth. Look for any gaps or openings a mouse could squeeze into, and don’t keep food in your bedroom. </p></div>

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Q: Does bleach in toilets stop rats?

• <div><p>Rats have a strong sense of smell and do not like the smell of bleach. However, pouring <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-you-pour-bleach-down-a-drain.htm">bleach in drains or toilets</a> is not a good idea because it can cause dangerous chemical reactions and even damage your pipes. It&rsquo;s best to have a professional plumber install a rat-blocker or non-return valve instead to keep critters from crawling up the toilet. </p></div>

Q: Do house mice go in your bed?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s very rare to find mice in a bed frame or mattress outside of the most extreme infestation scenarios. That said, your bedroom isn&rsquo;t off limits for mice if it offers them shelter, food, and warmth. Look for any gaps or openings a mouse could squeeze into, and don&rsquo;t keep food in your bedroom. </p></div>

Q: How hot does it need to be to kill bed bugs?

• <div><p>A temperature of <b>131 degrees Fahrenheit</b> for 72 minutes will kill bed bugs. Research suggests several different ranges, but many suggest starting at 120 degrees Fahrenheit and maintaining that heat for at least two hours. Steam cleaning is an exception because steam comes so hot it can quickly kill bed bugs and their eggs, making it a good option for fast extermination.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to get rid of ticks?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tick-treatment-cost.htm">Treating a property for ticks costs</a> between <b>$50 and $150</b> on average. This preventative measure may be necessary if you live in an area with high tick presence or suspect a tick infestation on your property. Prices will vary based on your landscape, the size of the treatment area, and the severity of the infestation. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to get rid of roaches in the kitchen?

• <div><p>It takes a few weeks to get rid of roaches in the kitchen for a small infestation, as the cockroaches will need to take the bait back to their nest to infect the others. For larger infestation, you may need to schedule multiple professional treatments, which could take several weeks or up to 6 months to get rid of the roaches fully.</p></div>

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Marvon Construction is an amazing company to work with. They are very efficient and knowledgeable about what we needed done. We didn’t know a lot about what needed done and how to do it but they were very helpful at walking us through the project and the best way to do it. We will for sure be...
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Reviewed in August 2025
Apex installed a Whole Farm generator for my horse farm. They were very professional when they came to determine the size generator I needed and the quote was quite reasonable. The installation and hook up was completed in a timely manner. I now have peace of mind knowing that in the event...
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Reviewed in December 2024
He repaired my storm door after I thought we'd have to replace it. It works perfectly. Love it. I would definitely use him if needed and would highly recommend him to others
1600 Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
We love the expertise and value that is offered. We think they do an excellent job and we have hired them to take care of our driveway until we leave our home in the future someday. They will be keeping our driveway looking excellent.
Joeye Newell Asphalt
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Reviewed in November 2023
Thomas and his team did a pretty good job in my landscaping area. They were very kind and professional and would recommend them if you have a project to do in your house.
Scenic services LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Courteous and informative. They provided additional services to ensure my fireplace is safe to use.
L.D. Phillips Company
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Reviewed in February 2023
We have used Brook's Creek on two different fencing jobs. The first was an aluminum fence for our dog 40' x 100' in the back. The second was a cedar fence down the property line. The crew chief was the same on both jobs and he, as well as the workers, were very professional as well as working...
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Reviewed in January 2023
They did great work on my stone siding. Efficient time management with their work. Great attention to detail and you can tell they take pride in their handy work. Friendly demeanor and always on time. I would recommend them for any kind of stone or brick work. Competitive prices that suit...
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They were very helpful and up front with us!!
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We hired Apex for a cedar fence install. The guys did a great job. Great quality and customer service. Would hire again.
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"Communicated with us clearly and timely. Professional, experienced. Bought a package to help control any pests year round. Great pricing, offered to come back soon if any problems exsisted. I like that! Dan was a great person to deal with."

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Since 1932, Presto-X (formerly Anderson Pest Solutions) has been providing expert pest control services guided by the enduring principles of providing world class service to our customers and taking care of our colleagues. Presto-X covers your home or business with expert knowledge, professionally licensed and trained technicians, and exemplary service designed specifically for you.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Rats have a strong sense of smell and do not like the smell of bleach. However, pouring bleach in drains or toilets is not a good idea because it can cause dangerous chemical reactions and even damage your pipes. It’s best to have a professional plumber install a rat-blocker or non-return valve instead to keep critters from crawling up the toilet.

It’s very rare to find mice in a bed frame or mattress outside of the most extreme infestation scenarios. That said, your bedroom isn’t off limits for mice if it offers them shelter, food, and warmth. Look for any gaps or openings a mouse could squeeze into, and don’t keep food in your bedroom.

A temperature of 131 degrees Fahrenheit for 72 minutes will kill bed bugs. Research suggests several different ranges, but many suggest starting at 120 degrees Fahrenheit and maintaining that heat for at least two hours. Steam cleaning is an exception because steam comes so hot it can quickly kill bed bugs and their eggs, making it a good option for fast extermination.

Treating a property for ticks costs between $50 and $150 on average. This preventative measure may be necessary if you live in an area with high tick presence or suspect a tick infestation on your property. Prices will vary based on your landscape, the size of the treatment area, and the severity of the infestation.

It takes a few weeks to get rid of roaches in the kitchen for a small infestation, as the cockroaches will need to take the bait back to their nest to infect the others. For larger infestation, you may need to schedule multiple professional treatments, which could take several weeks or up to 6 months to get rid of the roaches fully.

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