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Q: What scent keeps gophers away?

• <div><p>Like many animals, gophers are bothered by strong scents. Peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil, and coffee grounds can be used as deterrents against these pests. Similarly, you can try planting lavender, rosemary, sage, geraniums, or pine trees, as these plants all have strong smells that can ward away gophers. While it may be less pleasant to work with, coyote urine scares gophers by tricking the pests into thinking your yard is a predator hot spot.</p></div>

Q: How do I keep roaches away at night?

• <div><p>Aside from incorporating smells that roaches hate in your bedroom, such as citronella, lemongrass, or clove oil, there are a few ways you can keep roaches away at night. First, try moving your bed away from the wall, as roaches will often climb the walls and onto your bed. If you&rsquo;re still having trouble, you can also purchase a mosquito tent for your bed, or hang netting from the ceiling to surround your sleeping area. Make sure it isn&rsquo;t touching the ground, though, as they may attempt to climb it. </p></div>

Q: Will silverfish crawl on me in my sleep?

• <div><p>Silverfish can crawl on you in your sleep. They enjoy consuming dandruff and will crawl on your scalp for nourishment. They can also find their way to your hairbrushes and anywhere you&rsquo;ve shed dandruff. It&rsquo;s important to keep pillowcases, sheets and brushes clean to avoid making your bed hospitable for unwanted guests.</p></div>

Q: What attracts mice to your house?

• <div><p>Any food that&rsquo;s left out can potentially attract mice, but they especially like grains such as rice. Mice will also go after fruit, fatty foods like bacon, pasta, and cereal. Mice can also be attracted to garbage and compost bins if they&rsquo;re left uncovered. The best way to prevent mice from getting to these areas is to keep food in hard-sided containers and cover garbage bins.</p></div>

Q: Can carpet beetles be in your bed?

• <div><p>Carpet beetles don&rsquo;t seek shelter in mattresses like bed bugs do, but there still may be sources of food, like the fabric of your sheets and blankets, that attract carpet beetles. Because these pests munch on plant-based materials, you could still find one in your bed as it&rsquo;s searching for food.</p></div>

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Excellent customer service and exceeded our expectations! We had a timeline to meet and even a thunderstorm didnâ t slow this man down. Extremely courteous, prompt and accommodating. Search no more! Thank you, Mr. Weeks.
Weeks Washing Plus LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
On time and very helpful, I would use the services again.
Kasky's Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2024
Seth leveled the existing dirt around my new pool. He then brought a few truckloads of topsoil all graded the entire yard. All I had to do was put grass seeds down and spray. Excellent work and great cost!! Also had him level areas for our outdoor buildings. Super quick and well done. Really...
Bard excavating
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Reviewed in January 2024
Josh has helped us with several issues over the years. He was always extremely professional, prompt and efficient. Thoroughly communicated every step along the way. We are really happy with his quality of work and clean install
Lyma Plumbing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
They were prompt and came as agreed. Polite and courteous while doing their job! They power washed my home, washed windows, cleaned up landscaping and completed as they said they would. Very willing to doing other services and I plan on having them come back soon. A totally positive experience...
Kerley Outdoor Services
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Reviewed in December 2022
Incredibly polite, prompt and thorough. I highly recommend using their services.
Martin's Junk
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Reviewed in March 2022
This company was so very good about being so careful when working so close to our house. No mishaps at all. Were also very good about cleaning up debris afterward.
Tate Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2022
They kept me informed about the process. He went above and beyond my expectations. I am very pleased with them.
Em Shanks Woodworking
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Reviewed in February 2022
I hired J&B to add a panel to my garage. They did a great job and I will hire them for all my electrical needs.
J&B Electric
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Reviewed in August 2021
Great customer service very efficient and very clean work.
618 Electric
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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Tamaroa, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+1 more

Serving Tamaroa, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Tamaroa, 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"

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Easton's Wildlife and Mole Control

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Tamaroa, 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

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

Serving Tamaroa, 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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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Tamaroa, 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

Like many animals, gophers are bothered by strong scents. Peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil, and coffee grounds can be used as deterrents against these pests. Similarly, you can try planting lavender, rosemary, sage, geraniums, or pine trees, as these plants all have strong smells that can ward away gophers. While it may be less pleasant to work with, coyote urine scares gophers by tricking the pests into thinking your yard is a predator hot spot.

Aside from incorporating smells that roaches hate in your bedroom, such as citronella, lemongrass, or clove oil, there are a few ways you can keep roaches away at night. First, try moving your bed away from the wall, as roaches will often climb the walls and onto your bed. If you’re still having trouble, you can also purchase a mosquito tent for your bed, or hang netting from the ceiling to surround your sleeping area. Make sure it isn’t touching the ground, though, as they may attempt to climb it.

Silverfish can crawl on you in your sleep. They enjoy consuming dandruff and will crawl on your scalp for nourishment. They can also find their way to your hairbrushes and anywhere you’ve shed dandruff. It’s important to keep pillowcases, sheets and brushes clean to avoid making your bed hospitable for unwanted guests.

Any food that’s left out can potentially attract mice, but they especially like grains such as rice. Mice will also go after fruit, fatty foods like bacon, pasta, and cereal. Mice can also be attracted to garbage and compost bins if they’re left uncovered. The best way to prevent mice from getting to these areas is to keep food in hard-sided containers and cover garbage bins.

Carpet beetles don’t seek shelter in mattresses like bed bugs do, but there still may be sources of food, like the fabric of your sheets and blankets, that attract carpet beetles. Because these pests munch on plant-based materials, you could still find one in your bed as it’s searching for food.

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