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Pointe Pest Control
4.7(
165
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pointe Pest Control technicians have always been polite. The technicians are thorough and knowledgeable in their application of insecticide and removal of spider webs. In the past, I have had to call the office to request additional support due to a wasp nest in the ground. The office workers were also polite and knowledgeable and had help out to me right away. Highly recommend Pointe Pest Control if you are having issues with pests around your home."
Ants
Ants
Large Wasp Nest
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+2

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quik-Kill Pest Eliminators, Inc.
4.4(
42
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1929

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were conscientious, on time and very respectful. I would recommend the to anybody thar needs Pest Control."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Terminix
3.7(
391
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Downs, 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."
Termite Bait Installation - Driveway
Termite Tech
Residential Termite Treatment
Tech w. Clients
Pest Treatment - Kitchen

+8

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Presto-X (St. Louis)
New to Angi
Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Downs, 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

Besides reptile sightings, look for droppings resembling small pellets. Shed skin left behind during growth is another clue. Unusual chirping or rustling sounds could also suggest an infestation. If unsure, consulting a professional can provide accurate identification and effective solutions for managing the situation. If proper pest prevention measures aren't taken, a lizard can live up to five years. And that's a long time to have an undesirable roommate.

You’ll want to call a licensed and insured wildlife removal company that offers:

  • Full property inspection—indoor and outdoor

  • Proper animal identification

  • Written management plan with follow-up visits included

  • Humane removal techniques

  • Preventative exclusion measures

If it’s an emergency and you can’t wait, you’ll need to contact an emergency animal control company near you.

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.

Most treatments take 1-3 hours, but severe infestations may require multiple visits.

Professional services cost between $75 and $150, depending on the size of the home and the severity of the infestation. Multiple treatments often increase costs.

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