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Q: Can I handle pest control myself?

• <div><p>DIY treatments may help minor issues, but professionals provide long-term solutions and prevent recurrence.</p></div>

Q: What signs indicate the need for bird and bat pest control?

• <div><p>Signs include visible nests, droppings, frequent loud noises, or structural damage caused by these animals, indicating a need for pest control intervention.</p></div>

Q: What scents keep animals away?

• <div><p>The best animal repellents for gardens include a variety of different scents. You can use predator urine to keep away deer, raccoons, squirrels, and more. The odor will tell the critters that your yard is a dangerous place. Other scents that repel critters are herbs like lavender, geranium, and mint. You can also use hot pepper, garlic, and strong-smelling soap.</p></div>

Q: Do predator decoys work to keep birds away?

• <div><p>Yes, predator decoys work to keep birds away, at least temporarily. However, if the decoy remains motionless in the same spot for a long enough time, the birds will eventually wise up and realize it's a fake. Keep changing the location of the predator decoy to ensure that the birds keep their guard up and maintain their distance.</p></div>

Q: Do mothballs keep bats away?

• <div><p>No, mothballs do not keep bats away. Not only are mothballs completely ineffective when repelling or removing bats, but using them could be illegal, depending on where you live. Remember, bats are federally protected, and it's illegal to use chemicals during the removal process, and mothballs tend to fall into this category.</p></div>

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Fast efficient very polite. Great work ethic.
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Reviewed in August 2025
They were very professional from start to finish. Always here when they said they would be and actually finished ahead of schedule. Great job!
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Reviewed in June 2025
Aidan was very professional and displayed professionalism most would not expect from those his age. He left my home?s exterior spotless and I could not recommend him enough.
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Customer service was outstanding, I felt welcomed from the very first phone call I was kept up to date on the crew that was planning out my roof it only took two days for them to complete the job, the only complaint I can think of was the price but the warranty makes up for the price in my...
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Iâ m so happy I chose this company for my project. They were respectful and knowledgeable, thorough and CLEAN! Most guys come in to do a job and are sloppy or leave a mess, not them. All my concerns were addressed and the job was done in a reasonable amount of time. Also, well worth the money -...
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Reviewed in February 2024
Really friendly and easy to work with.
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Reviewed in September 2023
A wall and ceiling were falling down due to a leak in the roof. They made the wall and ceiling perfect again. They do excellent work.
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Reviewed in April 2023
These guys showed up when they said they would and did an excellent job. Highly recommend Tanner and his guys. Great job fellows. Thank you for taking care of my concrete patio and steps.
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Reviewed in October 2022
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Bird Control questions, answered by experts

DIY treatments may help minor issues, but professionals provide long-term solutions and prevent recurrence.

Signs include visible nests, droppings, frequent loud noises, or structural damage caused by these animals, indicating a need for pest control intervention.

The best animal repellents for gardens include a variety of different scents. You can use predator urine to keep away deer, raccoons, squirrels, and more. The odor will tell the critters that your yard is a dangerous place. Other scents that repel critters are herbs like lavender, geranium, and mint. You can also use hot pepper, garlic, and strong-smelling soap.

Yes, predator decoys work to keep birds away, at least temporarily. However, if the decoy remains motionless in the same spot for a long enough time, the birds will eventually wise up and realize it's a fake. Keep changing the location of the predator decoy to ensure that the birds keep their guard up and maintain their distance.

No, mothballs do not keep bats away. Not only are mothballs completely ineffective when repelling or removing bats, but using them could be illegal, depending on where you live. Remember, bats are federally protected, and it's illegal to use chemicals during the removal process, and mothballs tend to fall into this category.

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