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Q: How do you get rid of cockroaches without fumigating?

• <div><p>When looking for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-organic-roach-killer-options-are-available.htm">natural roach repellent</a> options, citrus, bay leaves, cucumber, garlic, and catnip may all help to keep cockroaches away. When an infestation requires a bigger intervention, boric acid, baking soda, diatomaceous earth (DE), and soap mixed with water are all considered natural and nontoxic roach treatments.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if termites are gone after treatment?

• <div><p>First, you&rsquo;ll start noticing fewer flying termites in the air. Second, you&rsquo;ll see fewer ground-based termites near the entrances to their colony, and eventually none at all. Third, if you have access to part of the nest like mud tubes, you can scour away a section and watch it. If the tubes don&rsquo;t get repaired, the nest is probably doomed. Again, it can take several weeks for termites to fully go away, depending on the type of treatment. </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 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: Where are roof rats typically found?

• <div><p>Roof rats get their name because they&rsquo;re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home&rsquo;s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.</p></div>

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Last update on November 07, 2023

Reviewed in November 2023
Extra help to clean up and restore our flower beds and update our landscaping has been a relief this year thanks to Southern Stone Creations.
Southern Stone Creations
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Reviewed in June 2023
Their crew worked non-stop. They even made sure that nothing came back into the house until it had pads on the bottom to protect our newly refinished floors. Had a good experience with them.
Big Shoulders Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in April 2023
Kasky’s cut down and hauled off several large trees for us and did a great job. Got the work done very fast and left the site very clean and organized. Will definitely hire again.
Kaskys Tree Services
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Reviewed in March 2023
Did Spring cleanup of yard, cleaned gutters, washed house, trimmed bushes, mulched flower bed. Prompt, hard working, courtious, and professional. Gave upfront estimate, very reasonably priced. Well be using them all season long. I highly recommend them.
Just Services
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Reviewed in October 2022
LOVE the system Leaf Home Water System installed! Our well water had been contaminated and unusable. Very reasonably priced and they provided affordable financing also. Very professional and reliable. We now have the cleanest, best water in the county! Highly recommend their no maintenance, no...
Leaf Home Water Solutions
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Reviewed in September 2021
Amazing job! Trust the health of our trees to this professional company
Abundant Tree Care Services
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Reviewed in July 2021
Best cleaning service I have ever had great customer service for the price I could not have asked for more!
JCPS Cleaning and Sanitation
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Reviewed in January 2019
David was very easy to work with and flexible. These types of services can obviously be costly and this was no exception. But, between repairing raccoon attic damage, installing hardware to prevent future gutter, garage, and attic damage, I had certainly called David again in the future if I had...
Easton's Wildlife and Mole Control
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Reviewed in August 2016
Chuck was friendly and professional. He offered advice about how to keep mold under control and provided the name of two brands of mold remover. Overall a very good job.
DMC Environmental Services
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Reviewed in December 2013
EA Knight were professionals from start to finish. I hired them to put a metal roof on my house and the subcontractors (roofers) were every bit as professional as the main contractors. EA Knight hires people who are friendly, down to earth, and committed to their jobs. Due to a factor not in...
E A Knight Construction
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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Cobden, IL 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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Serving Cobden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Serving Cobden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From sales, termite application, and pest control Price Termite & Pest Control where professional and friendly. I was able to watch the treatments and they were exactly what was explained to me in my first meeting - no deviation or shortcuts. I highly recommend this company"

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Easton's Wildlife and Mole Control

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Serving Cobden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"David was very easy to work with and flexible. These types of services can obviously be costly and this was no exception. But, between repairing raccoon attic damage, installing hardware to prevent future gutter, garage, and attic damage, I had certainly called David again in the future if I had further issues with 4-legged pests."

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Response time3 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Serving Cobden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

When it comes to protecting homes, Terminix has satisfied more customers than any other insect and pest control company in the industry, with more than 15 million service visits annually.

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Little Egypt Pest Control, LLC

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Serving Cobden, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Little Egypt Pest Control, we are the heartland's premier source for quality pest control services. Locally owned and operated by a well experienced and friendly staff. We are proud to serve our community and provide a pest free environment for residential homes, commercial business, and the general public. Our mission is to create a comprehensive program and long lasting relationship with our customers.\n

Response time2 hrs

Response rate100%

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Cobden, IL 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."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

When looking for natural roach repellent options, citrus, bay leaves, cucumber, garlic, and catnip may all help to keep cockroaches away. When an infestation requires a bigger intervention, boric acid, baking soda, diatomaceous earth (DE), and soap mixed with water are all considered natural and nontoxic roach treatments.

First, you’ll start noticing fewer flying termites in the air. Second, you’ll see fewer ground-based termites near the entrances to their colony, and eventually none at all. Third, if you have access to part of the nest like mud tubes, you can scour away a section and watch it. If the tubes don’t get repaired, the nest is probably doomed. Again, it can take several weeks for termites to fully go away, depending on the type of treatment.

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.

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.

Roof rats get their name because they’re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home’s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.

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