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Shepp Pest Control Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arriving on time in a vehicle with no advertising displayed whatsoever, Mark first walked me around the entire outside of the house. He explained that any indoor carpenter ant infestation would be a satellite nest arising from a main source somewhere outside, e.g., wood piles, and mature trees with openings or branching close to the ground. Sure enough we found a large tree with a triple trunk about 20 ft from the back of our house with a very active carpenter nest in the center of the divided trunk. Also, there was a large wood pile nearby. These two areas were sprayed with a slow-acting insecticide which would be carried into and through the nest. Additionaly five other large trees on our property were sprayed as a preventative. Then the entire perimeter of the house at the foundation/ground level was also sprayed for the same purpose.

Next Mark and I came back inside to deal with the carpenter ants inside the ceiling beam area. For this treatment he used a cartridge containing a gel insecticide that was applied similar to using a caulking gun. He explained that the gel is completely safe for interior use and would not be harmful to humans or pets because it does not produce an aerosol like the outside treatment. Just as important, Mark explained that the gel is formulated to be very slow acting and would be carried back into the deeper parts of the nest to eradicate the queen and eventually all of the surviving carpenter ants. I also pointed out two areas in our basement ceiling that had evidence of water damage from a previous plumbing break, and he treated these with the gel insecticide.

Finally, Mark recommended that we wait a week or more before closing-up and repairing the beam, and he said to call him if we had any questions or concerns. Since we've had such a long history with the roofing problem and beam repair, we decided to make a temporary, cosmetic repair so we could easily recheck to see if the ant population died off. And just as Mark explained originally that the process would be slow, we did call back after a few weeks and left a message reporting that the population activity was decreasing but was not gone entirely. He returned our call promptly and assured us that what we described was normal and expected. Again he added that we should not hesitate to contact him again.

As of this date, 11/26/12, we know the carpenter ants are eradicated. We are extremely pleased with the services of Shepp Pest Control. We also have a one-year guarantee on this service call, and we intend to call this company for a repeat treatment next Summer, 2013. Everything was handled in a most courteous, helpful and professional manner. We would happily continue to use Shepp Pest Control and ABC Wildlife Company in the future as well as recommend them to family and friends!
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Hawx - Chicago
4.1(
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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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Ecoshield Pest Solutions
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Pest Control and Extermination Services in Chicago\nLooking for the best pest control in the Chicagoland area? EcoShield Pest Solutions has proudly served the state of Illinois for many years. We are the premier provider of residential and commercial pest control services to control and eliminate ants, mice, bed bugs, spiders, mosquitoes, and much more. We provide FREE No-Obligation Estimates for all of our services.\n\nAt EcoShield, we receive many different types of service calls from within the area. With our branches and service technicians conveniently located throughout the state, we can quickly resolve any residential or commercial pest problem quickly.

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Greenix Pest Control Chicago
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Patrick was very professional all areas. He greeted me with huge smile and explained exactly his procedure for the job. He was very thorough in the application of the pesticides. And followed up with a closing explanation. I would definitely have Patrick come back for next treatments."
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Pro-Care Lawn Services
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Pro-Care has helped residential and commercial customers build healthier, greener, better-looking lawns. Our experienced team brings more than 90 years of combined industry knowledge, and every technician is bonded, licensed, insured, and professionally trained. We take pride in delivering high-quality service with the attention your lawn deserves. That means doing the job right the first time, checking in between scheduled treatments, offering free service calls, and responding within 48 hours if an issue arises.

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Terminix® Pest Control
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Serving Marengo, 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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Schopen Pest Solutions, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Schopen to help assess if we have a rodent problem. We worked with their senior service technician Chris, and he was amazing! He clearly has a lot of experience in the field and was very knowledgeable about pest control issues. Overall it has been a great experience working with Schopen, as they are professional, quick, and easy to communicate with."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Anti Pest Chicagoland
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Serving Marengo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Mr. Valdez is very sharp, very smart, very professional. He examined the hole, and told me that the squirrel had not chewed his way into the side of the house. Then he proceeded to seal up the hole. Afterwards, he gave me valuable information on pest control in general. I highly recommend."
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

One of the most widespread chemicals used for killing termites is Fipronil. It’s one of the most common insecticides used by termite exterminators to kill termites fast. However, it’s toxic and generally used in outdoor areas only. Popular brand names of termite killers include Taurus, Bifen, Termidor, and BioAdvanced. All insecticides have pros and cons: Some are safer around humans but don’t last as long. Some may kill nearby plants or have power odors. Some are designed for safe indoor bait stations but take much longer to work.

To help protect local ecosystems, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service urges citizens to educate themselves on how to identify and kill spotted lanternflies, including adults, immatures, and their eggs. It’s also crucial to check vehicles and belongings for the insects before traveling to avoid spreading them to new areas. Lastly, become familiar with your state’s reporting tools, take pictures if possible, and include the location where the picture was taken. 

There are a few ways to keep pesky bugs away from your garden. One option you have is to plant flowers so beneficial insects like ladybugs can control pests for you. A similar method is companion planting, which means you’ll grow vegetables that’ll discourage pests, like garlic, onions, and basil. The best pest prevention method will depend on the bugs you have issues with and the plants in your garden. 

There are DIY methods and store-bought pesticides available for the public to use. However, these pesticides also come with a risk, and you need to follow the directions correctly and take precautionary measures to prevent exposure to these chemicals. These methods may be an option for small pest problems, but you should call in a pest control specialist for persistent pests and infestations.

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.

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