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Q: Does seeing a carpenter ant indoors mean I have an infestation?

• <div><p>No. Carpenter ants range far when seeking out food, usually proteins or sugars. They may be attracted to dead pests near your house, or crumbs in the kitchen or pantry. That doesn&rsquo;t necessarily mean you have an infestation, or that there is a nest nearby. However, it does mean that the ants have found a way to enter your home, so it&rsquo;s time to be vigilant.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if I find a tick on my body?

• <div><p>Ticks are most commonly found behind (or even inside) ears, behind knees, in belly buttons, in the hair, and in your underarms. If you find a tick on your body or on your pet, use a pair of clean tweezers to grab the tick as close to the surface of your skin as possible. If you simply yank or twist it, you can leave the tick&rsquo;s mouth parts lodged in your skin and will need to remove those carefully with the tweezers. </p><p>Once you have removed the tick, flush it down the toilet and wash your skin with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. Know the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/index.html">signs of lyme disease</a> such as fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and a rash.</p></div>

Q: How fast do stink bugs reproduce?

• <div><p>Stink bugs can start reproducing a couple of weeks after they leave the nymph stages, which gives them several months to mate and start laying eggs. A single stink bug can lay up to <b>400 eggs</b> in a lifetime, which can worsen an infestation. Stink bugs lay significantly more eggs in warmer climates where they stay active longer and have several rounds of egg laying. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to fully get rid of bed bugs?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren&rsquo;t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.</p></div>

Q: Do shiny objects scare birds away?

• <div><p>They can have a deterrent effect on birds to some extent. The reflective surfaces of these objects, such as aluminum foil strips, CDs, or reflective tape, create flashes of light and movement that can startle or confuse birds temporarily. However, some birds can become accustomed to these visual disturbances over time and might adapt their behavior accordingly. For a more sustained solution, combining shiny objects with other deterrent methods shared here is often beneficial for creating a more comprehensive and effective strategy for bird control.</p></div>

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Last update on March 29, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
John was very knowledgeable about my central vacuum. He came in and immediately figured out what was wrong with my vacuum and fixed it. He is a very friendly man. He even checked out my unit in the basement to make sure it was working properly. He cleaned the unit and the filter. I would...
J.L.I. Enterprises, Inc., DBA Aerus Electrolux
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Reviewed in January 2026
This company provided quality and timely work. They over exceeded in the expectations that I had talked about with them when I called them to put in new flooring . I would definitely recommend them to anyone who's looking to have work and or projects done on their property!!!!!
JH Construction & Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2025
He did a fantastic job on all of my rooms. He had to take wall paper down and mud it was a lot of work . My walls look amazing very pleased with his work. He was very polite and always on time and cleaned up after himself. I am a very satisfied customer
Quality Finishes Arbogast Painting
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Reviewed in January 2024
We are very happy with the service, price, communication and work performed by TEC Communications. Wayde and team did an excellent job installing an electrical sub panel and installing the 220 volt outlet for our EV charging station. They provided a very fair quote for the work (which was...
TEC Communications, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2022
They came removed the old mold treated the floor joists with mold killer removed all the old plastic and replaced with new plastic keep house clean and cleaned up before they left .Very polite . I will definitely hire them again and will recommend that for anyone needing their services .
Loving Mold Removal
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Reviewed in March 2022
The crew from Double D & Son Tree Experts did an awesome job cleaning up my yard. They were efficient, friendly and cost efficient. Thank you Double D! Looking forward to power washing the house this weekend.
Double D & Son Tree Experts, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Have you ever had a busy week and you just donâ t have time to get things done? Oh sure, the cats are fed and the trash gets taken out, but everything else is on the back burner. By the time you look at it, that mole hill has turned into a mountain. Itâ s easy to get one chore done. Dishes?...
Manic Maids
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Reviewed in October 2021
Had an issue with a Smell in the crawl space after a year of having my crawlspace incapsulated. The technician Jesse Feeler came out and did an outstanding job to remedy the problem and didnâ t get charged
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Reviewed in April 2021
EXCELLENT SERVICES Everything was discussed prior to her arrival. The QUALITY of the work is white glove clean. My pets were remained very calm while she cleaned my home. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED WITH HER SERVICES. Most importantly, she is very time and cost efficient.
BeeYounique Cleaning
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Reviewed in March 2014
We wish we had found Bel-O Pest Solutions much sooner! We used another bigger name company for a couple years before we learned Bel-O was only a fraction of the cost. They were extremely responsive, very professional, and never tried to oversell us on any services. And most importantly, they...
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Healthy Home Pest Control & Services

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Even though my dryer has not complained about the vent clogging up, I can't be assured that there won't be further problems because the people from Healthy Home Pest Control & Services cleaned the dryer duct from the outside and did not do so from inside my house. I would have preferred to be there during the appointment. It's wonderful that I didn't even have to be home but I left work early and wasted my leave."

Response time9 hrs

Response rate95%

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

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"This is a monthly pest control service."

Recommended by73%of homeowners

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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At Hawx Pest Control, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. Hawx Premium Pest Control will treat your pests, mosquitos, and more- then keep them away for good. If pests come back between treatments so will we, at no additional cost to you. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. \n

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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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."

62 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by81%of homeowners

Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

Free estimates

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"Service representative was very knowledgeable about lawn, shrub, and pest control."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Presto-X (St. Louis)

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1932

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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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Triple B Pest insulation & services

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"I’m a land lord of 72 residential properties and the biggest head ache other than common upkeep was the constant battle with roaches and insects inside the units, I had Triple B come out and put their pest control infused insulation at 10 of my properties and within 3 weeks the tenants were in shock at how affective it was, they went from seeing them everyday to hardly ever, I ended up getting them to do all my units and also my own house, this will be a must at any property I ever purchase, highly suggested for new home owners/buyers"

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would send there information to any one it works for us highly recommended"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Germantown, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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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

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Termite

Serving Germantown, 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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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

No. Carpenter ants range far when seeking out food, usually proteins or sugars. They may be attracted to dead pests near your house, or crumbs in the kitchen or pantry. That doesn’t necessarily mean you have an infestation, or that there is a nest nearby. However, it does mean that the ants have found a way to enter your home, so it’s time to be vigilant.

Ticks are most commonly found behind (or even inside) ears, behind knees, in belly buttons, in the hair, and in your underarms. If you find a tick on your body or on your pet, use a pair of clean tweezers to grab the tick as close to the surface of your skin as possible. If you simply yank or twist it, you can leave the tick’s mouth parts lodged in your skin and will need to remove those carefully with the tweezers.

Once you have removed the tick, flush it down the toilet and wash your skin with rubbing alcohol or soap and water. Know the signs of lyme disease such as fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and a rash.

Stink bugs can start reproducing a couple of weeks after they leave the nymph stages, which gives them several months to mate and start laying eggs. A single stink bug can lay up to 400 eggs in a lifetime, which can worsen an infestation. Stink bugs lay significantly more eggs in warmer climates where they stay active longer and have several rounds of egg laying.

It’s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren’t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.

They can have a deterrent effect on birds to some extent. The reflective surfaces of these objects, such as aluminum foil strips, CDs, or reflective tape, create flashes of light and movement that can startle or confuse birds temporarily. However, some birds can become accustomed to these visual disturbances over time and might adapt their behavior accordingly. For a more sustained solution, combining shiny objects with other deterrent methods shared here is often beneficial for creating a more comprehensive and effective strategy for bird control.

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