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Q: Can ticks infest your bed?

• <div><p>No; ticks rarely infest buildings. They prefer to stay outdoors waiting for a potential host to pass by. However, while ticks do not infest beds, they can get indoors by attaching themselves to pets, clothing, or outdoor gear. A live tick may survive in your bed for around 24 hours, but it certainly won&rsquo;t breed or start an infestation.</p></div>

Q: What does baking soda do to fleas?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s been said that baking soda can kill fleas as it may dry out eggs and larvae. However, this method has not been proven to be effective in killing fleas or other pests. However, you can use it to absorb smells so if there is a fragrance you believe is attracting fleas or ticks, you can use baking soda to rid the smell to control it.</p></div>

Q: Are snakes beneficial to have in your yard?

• <div><p>If the snakes in your yard are non-venomous species (like common Rat or Garter snakes), why not consider the live-and-let-live approach? Some benefits of not getting rid of snakes include:</p><ul><li><p>They&rsquo;re great at controlling disease-spreading rodent populations, including rats, mice, voles, and moles.</p></li><li><p>Some non-venomous species (like the common kingsnake) eat venomous species like rattlesnakes and copperheads.</p></li><li><p>Species like the garter snake keep down populations of garden pests like slugs and grasshoppers.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Should I continue sleeping in my bed if I have bed bugs?

• <div><p>While it may seem counterintuitive, it is best to continue sleeping in your bed even if you have a bed bug infestation. If you move to another room, the bed bugs may follow you, which can spread the infestation to other parts of your home. To minimize bites while you sleep, wear protective clothing that covers as much of your body as possible, such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks. In the meantime, you should also isolate any potentially infested belongings and take steps to kill the bed bugs on your mattress as quickly as possible while waiting for professional treatment.</p></div>

Q: How fast do roaches multiply?

• <div><p>Roaches multiply quickly, which is why an infestation can spread so fast. Female American cockroaches lay about 12 eggs in each egg case, called an ootheca. They can lay six to 14 ootheca during their short lifespan. German cockroaches lay four to five ootheca in their lifetime, with each carrying 20 to 40 eggs. Many roaches can have 100 to over 200 offspring during their lifespan.</p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Charlie did an excellent job mulching and cleaning out the yard. He worked very hard and completed the work in a few hours, which is great considering the size of the property! He was on time and was very professional!
CL LAWN CARE LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
The did great work cleaning up the leaves in my yard.
Shon's Basic labor and handyman services corporation
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Reviewed in January 2023
Very conscientious in taking care of stains and care of our carpet. Friendly, neat, and quickly fit us in the schedule. Great folks, I always use their services. Came about them by word of mouth, so glad I did!
Greenwood Cleaning Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2022
They did a wonderful job and they stuck in their price. They cleaned up after themselves. I would recommend them to all.
Morrison Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2021
Great experience. Mark installed a reverse osmosis system for us. He is knowledgeable, thorough and personable. Scheduling was smooth and prompt. Mark provided superior customer service and follow up.
Chicago Water Pros
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Reviewed in March 2021
Always satisfied with the work. If there is an issue it is remedied immediately and is flexible with additional duties ie cleaning inside of fridge oven. Good communication
Shirley Clean, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2017
Took some time but that was do to parts problems that they had no control over
Pelham Brothers Auto
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Reviewed in June 2017
AC went out right before the heat and humidity were to hit. Called, asked questions, was given explanations as to what and why this happened. All explanations were spot on from my research which I really appreciated! I went ahead with their recommendations, they were here to repair and get me up...
Air Control Inc
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Reviewed in July 2016
David did an excellent job and stayed quite cheerful through some rough patches in the job that were beyond his control. The end result, a beautifully tiled basement floor. Thank you David!
Kopperud Painting
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Reviewed in April 2014
No sign of pests after the visit save for a couple of dead mice so obviously this was a success!
Exodus Pest Management
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TruGreen

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Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

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"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

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Ecoshield Pest Solutions

New to Angi

Serving Thomson, 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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Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"Recent purchases for termites and pest control. Time will tell if they got it right."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Serving Thomson, 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"

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"I have a contract with them so I have to use them again. It pays for itself eventually if you get good repair people. You don't control who they send."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

Serving Thomson, 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.

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Presto-X (St. Louis)

New to Angi

Serving Thomson, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1932

Free estimates

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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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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

No; ticks rarely infest buildings. They prefer to stay outdoors waiting for a potential host to pass by. However, while ticks do not infest beds, they can get indoors by attaching themselves to pets, clothing, or outdoor gear. A live tick may survive in your bed for around 24 hours, but it certainly won’t breed or start an infestation.

It’s been said that baking soda can kill fleas as it may dry out eggs and larvae. However, this method has not been proven to be effective in killing fleas or other pests. However, you can use it to absorb smells so if there is a fragrance you believe is attracting fleas or ticks, you can use baking soda to rid the smell to control it.

If the snakes in your yard are non-venomous species (like common Rat or Garter snakes), why not consider the live-and-let-live approach? Some benefits of not getting rid of snakes include:

They’re great at controlling disease-spreading rodent populations, including rats, mice, voles, and moles.
Some non-venomous species (like the common kingsnake) eat venomous species like rattlesnakes and copperheads.
Species like the garter snake keep down populations of garden pests like slugs and grasshoppers.

While it may seem counterintuitive, it is best to continue sleeping in your bed even if you have a bed bug infestation. If you move to another room, the bed bugs may follow you, which can spread the infestation to other parts of your home. To minimize bites while you sleep, wear protective clothing that covers as much of your body as possible, such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks. In the meantime, you should also isolate any potentially infested belongings and take steps to kill the bed bugs on your mattress as quickly as possible while waiting for professional treatment.

Roaches multiply quickly, which is why an infestation can spread so fast. Female American cockroaches lay about 12 eggs in each egg case, called an ootheca. They can lay six to 14 ootheca during their short lifespan. German cockroaches lay four to five ootheca in their lifetime, with each carrying 20 to 40 eggs. Many roaches can have 100 to over 200 offspring during their lifespan.

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