What attracts paper wasps?

• <div><p>Paper wasps, like many other wasps, are attracted to sweet smells that remind them of nectar. That’s why wasps may buzz around you as you snack on watermelon on the patio. They may also like the scent of certain perfumes. Standing water attracts these wasps, too.</p><p>Paper wasps are also attracted to warm, sheltered spaces, where they can build nests and raise larva in protected areas away from predators. They may also be attracted to untreated wood on your deck or fence, as they use wood pulp to build nests.</p></div>

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Q: Do honey bees sting?

• <div><p>Yes, honey bees can sting, but they typically only do it when they feel their hive is threatened. When honey bees are away from their hive, they&rsquo;re focused on foraging for pollen and nectar, making them unlikely to sting. Only female honey bees, called workers, have stingers, and they will die if they need to use them. Generally, if left undisturbed, honey bees will leave you alone.</p></div>

Q: Do pest control services include cleanup?

• <div><p>Yes, many services include cleanup and sanitization to remove droppings and odors. Confirm with your provider.</p></div>

Q: Why hire a professional for rodent control?

• <div><p>Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.</p></div>

Q: Do essential oils get rid of cockroaches?

• <div><p>Some believe that essential oils, like peppermint, may work the way that roach-repellent foods do: the roaches do not like the smell that the oil is producing and so they stay away. While essential oils can deter roaches from surfaces, they do not fight an infestation. Use essential oils as a prevention method, not a removal method. </p></div>

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Last update on August 16, 2025

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Jared did a wonderful job with our kitchen remodel. Exactly what we wanted! Love them!
JW Custom Cabinets
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Reviewed in March 2025
This company was great to work with. No complaints. Very professional and did a great job.
Partain Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Curtis and his crew did an amazing job and left my yard looking better than it did before they got here. They did a great job working within my buget and I will definitely use them again. Highly recommend.
Patriot Tree Service Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2024
Awesome job! This company does a fantastic job, they are great at designing, and they clean after remodel. Highly recommend.
Sperling Construction
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Reviewed in March 2023
They made replacing our gutters easy. Thank you.
LeafGuard
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Reviewed in April 2022
They did a great job! My patio has never looked so clean before! I have already recommended them to several people and will continue to do so. Very professional and effluent work!
Shine Time Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in February 2022
Very timely and efficient. Have hired him for a few other jobs I need done. Installing ceiling fan and tearing off porch and rebuilding it.
Higgins Handyman Services
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Reviewed in February 2022
Highly recommend for all your pressure washer needs
Ragz Mobile Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in August 2021
I liked the idea of supporting a Vet owned business but this crew knocked it out of the park. Friendly, helpful, with a great attitude. They were even able to correct problems that I didn't even realize were causing some issues and still stayed with the estimate. Super super super
Veteran Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in July 2021
Great job on the tree. Clean up was excellent. Would highly recommend
H&S Tree Service
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Terminix® Pest Control

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"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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"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 Eldorado, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"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"

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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.

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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."

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Paper wasps, like many other wasps, are attracted to sweet smells that remind them of nectar. That’s why wasps may buzz around you as you snack on watermelon on the patio. They may also like the scent of certain perfumes. Standing water attracts these wasps, too.

Paper wasps are also attracted to warm, sheltered spaces, where they can build nests and raise larva in protected areas away from predators. They may also be attracted to untreated wood on your deck or fence, as they use wood pulp to build nests.

Yes, honey bees can sting, but they typically only do it when they feel their hive is threatened. When honey bees are away from their hive, they’re focused on foraging for pollen and nectar, making them unlikely to sting. Only female honey bees, called workers, have stingers, and they will die if they need to use them. Generally, if left undisturbed, honey bees will leave you alone.

Yes, many services include cleanup and sanitization to remove droppings and odors. Confirm with your provider.

Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.

Some believe that essential oils, like peppermint, may work the way that roach-repellent foods do: the roaches do not like the smell that the oil is producing and so they stay away. While essential oils can deter roaches from surfaces, they do not fight an infestation. Use essential oils as a prevention method, not a removal method.

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