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Q: What eco-friendly pest control solutions do professionals offer?

• <div><p>Yes, many professionals offer eco-friendly pest control solutions. These services often use non-toxic and environmentally safe products and integrate green practices to ensure effective pest management with minimal environmental impact.</p></div>

Q: How can you tell if a snake is venomous or not?

• <div><p>You can often spot a venomous snake by looking for a few key physical characteristics. Venomous snakes typically have bulbous triangular-shaped heads due to their venomous sacks, whereas regular snake heads are more rounded and narrow. A venomous snake will also have narrow slits for pupils, while non-venomous snakes have more rounded pupils. It&rsquo;s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the venomous snakes that are native to your area, but if you find a snake in your toilet, it&rsquo;s best to keep a safe distance and call a professional for proper identification and removal.</p></div>

Q: What smells do deer hate the most?

• <div><p>Deers have an extraordinarily strong sense of smell, which means they can react strongly to certain scents. Lavender, garlic, mint, cinnamon, clove, and human hair are some of the most offensive scents for deer. You can try mixing some of these pungent oils or scents with a spray mixture and adding them to your garden.</p></div>

Q: Do animals make a pool toxic?

• <div><p>No, according to the CDC, animals do not usually pose health risks to swimmers, even if one dies. If a pool is maintained well, chlorine should kill any germs left by an animal within minutes. That said, homeowners should remove the animal as soon as possible and clean and disinfect the pool afterward.</p></div>

Q: What smells keep coyotes away?

• <div><p>Scent deterrents like ammonia, vinegar, mothballs, and pepper can help keep coyotes away, but these are best used in tandem with other preventative measures. Remember that ammonia and vinegar can kill your plants and/or grass, so it&rsquo;s best to soak rags in these substances or spray them on hardscaped areas to avoid damaging your landscape.</p></div>

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After an in-home consultation with Danny and learning their product is manufactured in the USA and produced in Libertyville Il, we decided to replace our old tub/shower with a walk-in shower. It was suggested in our design to remove a soffit and a section of wall tile. The day of installation...
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in March 2024
They removed a tree, ground the stump, filled it in and hauled it away in a little more than an hour. Beautiful job. They left my lawn pristine. Would highly recommend this tree service.
Sky's The Limit Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2022
We had extensive landscaping done all around our house and yard. We needed all old rocks and bricks removed from clear around our home and new bricks and landscaping rocks replaced. Also they removed a tree and dug out all of the roots so they could plant a new tree. We had 9 new trees planted...
Scenic services LLC
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Reviewed in March 2021
Richard and Eric did a fantastic job and they did it in 1 day! The job was 640 sq ft and had multiple tack strip removals. We were able to walk on the floors the same night and place furniture the next day!! They also refinish doors and cabinets!
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Reviewed in November 2019
The service was fast and easy. When they got to the house he explained everything that was going to happen. Durning the process he worked very hard. I would definitely go with tc all around service to help with you landscaping or tree stump removal
Clifton Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2019
They've done tree removal, did good work.
Rogers Tree Expert Co.
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Reviewed in July 2015
<p>We had noticed over the last few winter months that water spots were appearing on ceiling toward the outer walls of our home. We had a few companies come in and take a look and provide estimates. Sears wanted over $20,000 to do our home which is a ranch 2,600 square foot home! We also had...
Better Way Home Improvements,Inc
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Reviewed in July 2015
We had noticed over the last few winter months that water spots were appearing on ceiling toward the outer walls of our home. We had a few companies come in and take a look and provide estimates. Sears wanted over $20,000 to do our home which is a ranch 2,600 square foot home! We also had...
Better Way Home Improvements
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Reviewed in April 2015
This company provided excellent customer service and a very speedy response to prepare a quote for us. The employees were very personable and polite. Although our house is in bad shape regarding the mold the employees still found a way to make us feel better. This company offers the latest and...
Superior Mold and Remediation Testing, LLC
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Terminix® Pest Control

4.3(

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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The rep was very nice, knowledgeable. He found the nest, which wasn't where he or I thought it would be at first. He was very polite and pleasant."

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Pest Control - Small Animals

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Offers commercial services

"Did a great job. Eliminated the pests quickly and efficiently. Would call him again if problem comes up again. Highly recommended."

Response time8 hrs

Response rate95%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Terminix provides excellent pest extermination and mosquito control services. They investigate and give comprehensive treatment services. I highly recommend their services."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Presto-X (St. Louis)

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1932

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Yes, many professionals offer eco-friendly pest control solutions. These services often use non-toxic and environmentally safe products and integrate green practices to ensure effective pest management with minimal environmental impact.

You can often spot a venomous snake by looking for a few key physical characteristics. Venomous snakes typically have bulbous triangular-shaped heads due to their venomous sacks, whereas regular snake heads are more rounded and narrow. A venomous snake will also have narrow slits for pupils, while non-venomous snakes have more rounded pupils. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the venomous snakes that are native to your area, but if you find a snake in your toilet, it’s best to keep a safe distance and call a professional for proper identification and removal.

Deers have an extraordinarily strong sense of smell, which means they can react strongly to certain scents. Lavender, garlic, mint, cinnamon, clove, and human hair are some of the most offensive scents for deer. You can try mixing some of these pungent oils or scents with a spray mixture and adding them to your garden.

No, according to the CDC, animals do not usually pose health risks to swimmers, even if one dies. If a pool is maintained well, chlorine should kill any germs left by an animal within minutes. That said, homeowners should remove the animal as soon as possible and clean and disinfect the pool afterward.

Scent deterrents like ammonia, vinegar, mothballs, and pepper can help keep coyotes away, but these are best used in tandem with other preventative measures. Remember that ammonia and vinegar can kill your plants and/or grass, so it’s best to soak rags in these substances or spray them on hardscaped areas to avoid damaging your landscape.

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