Should I put poison in my attic to deal with an animal?

• <div><p>No, poison isn’t the best way to deal with animals in your attic. It’s unlikely to completely eradicate the problem, especially if you don’t take care of access points. Also, poisoned animals may die and decay in the attic, causing noxious odors. </p><p>Some animals may leave the attic before the poison kills them, which could lead to nearby pets or other wildlife eating the animals and becoming poisoned themselves. Ultimately, it’s better to avoid using poison and contact a professional instead.</p></div>

How do I permanently get rid of gophers?

• <div><p>Gophers are ubiquitous in certain areas, and the only way to completely get rid of them is to put down gopher wire two feet below the surface of your soil and vertically along the edges of your yard. Unfortunately, this may not be a practical solution unless you’re completely redoing your yard or installing an aboveground garden. Alternatively, you may consider putting underground rock barriers around the edge of your yard to discourage gopher visits. However, you’ll still likely get some pests because they can dig as deep as 6 feet below the surface.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2024
This is to update my (one star) review of June, 2024... Opp sent a foreman by to look at the crack in my slab (due to a control joint that was missed during original installation.) He agreed that a section of slab (∿8'x12') should be replaced. Dustin and his crew did a fantastic job of removing...
Opp Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in November 2020
Due to poor work and missed deadlines we have been forced to spend money far exceeding the deposit paid to redo and repair the work that PM Service provided. Additionally, due to the lack of any type of dust, dirt, debris mitigation during demo and construction, the entire house will have to be...
Pro Man Services Co.
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Reviewed in April 2013
Bob the pest control man was on time, reasonably priced, extremely thorough and went out of his way to catch me up on some adding pest control procedures. I was very impressed with his enthusiasm towards his job.
Guardian Pest Control
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Reviewed in October 2012
We have had great service with them. They are a local company and the guy who performs their service lives down the street. He does a good job and even will arrive early sometimes, but will call if he before schedule. They are the only company we will call for our pest control needs.
Budget Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2012
We had a huge 125 year old mulberry tree fell onto our house 3 weeks before closing on the sale of our home. The other half of the tree was still standing, and was above the garage. I called multiple tree companies and Abe's came out and explained step by step what they'd do and how fast they...
Abe's Lawn and Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2012
Their maintenance and care of the property has deteriorated significantly since the time that I have been here. This year, they tried to go to a salt water swimming pool, but they can't get the chemical balance right so its only been open a few days, but most of the time its closed. I asked if...
The Aragon Apartments
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Reviewed in May 2011
We were extremely pleased. Jeff came a day after I called and gave me a bid, the work was started the very next day, and completed on schedule. The workers (Jeff and Dave) were there early each morning and did a fantastic job. Their dust control system worked fabulously and I would pay them...
Great American Flooring
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Reviewed in June 2008
He arrived right on time on the morning of the job. He began the task of drilling tiny holes in the floor of the basement, garage, sidewalk, and all around the house. This was made more difficult because he had to move everything away from the walls in the garage and pull the carpet back in the...
JIM MORGAN PEST CONTROL
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Alta Pest Control provides premium pest control services to homeowners in Wichita, KS. We focus on long-term pest control services with quarterly treatments only, not one-time services. Our general pest control service covers ants, cockroaches, rodents, fleas, spiders, wasps, and more. We also offer mosquito and tick fogging from March to October, rodent exclusion, blown-in attic insulation, moisture control, and humane animal-in-attic removal and exclusion. Our licensed, friendly exterminators and support staff deliver dependable service backed by a 48-hour response and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Choose Alta Pest Control in Wichita, KS for trusted and effective pest control services.

"We have had a bug problem that we have been trying to get rid if for several months now. Alta has been prompt to come back out and treat each time but still have the same bugs. Today we had a new technician come out and was finally able to identify the bug as a German cockroach. Ewww! Andrew was the best ! He was very knowledgeable and explained what they liked and other tricks to try to rid ourselves of these pesky things. He then applied 3 or 4 other solutions to kill them. I now feel confident that they will soon be gone. They really stand behind their word that they will come right back out if a problem is not solved. Thank you especially to Andrew!"

Jani F on June 2023

"We have had a bug problem that we have been trying to get rid if for several months now. Alta has been prompt to come back out and treat each time but still have the same bugs. Today we had a new technician come out and was finally able to identify the bug as a German cockroach. Ewww! Andrew was the best ! He was very knowledgeable and explained what they liked and other tricks to try to rid ourselves of these pesky things. He then applied 3 or 4 other solutions to kill them. I now feel confident that they will soon be gone. They really stand behind their word that they will come right back out if a problem is not solved. Thank you especially to Andrew!"

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With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

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On The Ball Inspections, LLC offers general home inspections. We due a detailed inspection of the property and go over our reported findings with the client to let them know any issues or safety hazards we found on the property. We inspect the grounds, exterior, roof, crawl space, basement, attic, heat and air systems, plumbing, electrical, and overall condition of interior.

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Bringing affordable back to pest control. Jensby Bug & Pest Control provides full service pest control company, specializing in residential, commercial and rental properties. We provide affordable general pest control, termite treatments, bed bug treatments.

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Lowest price guarantee! We offer one time services without contracts and we also offer service plans To fit all our customers needs. We accept cash, credit and checks. We service Wichita and surrounding areas.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Wasps dislike a great many essential oils, such as clove, geranium, and lemongrass. Combine a few drops of each in a cup and place this cup outside to repel wasps from your immediate surroundings.

Professional treatments can be immediate but may require follow-up for complete effectiveness, lasting several weeks.

No, poison isn’t the best way to deal with animals in your attic. It’s unlikely to completely eradicate the problem, especially if you don’t take care of access points. Also, poisoned animals may die and decay in the attic, causing noxious odors.

Some animals may leave the attic before the poison kills them, which could lead to nearby pets or other wildlife eating the animals and becoming poisoned themselves. Ultimately, it’s better to avoid using poison and contact a professional instead.

Gophers are ubiquitous in certain areas, and the only way to completely get rid of them is to put down gopher wire two feet below the surface of your soil and vertically along the edges of your yard. Unfortunately, this may not be a practical solution unless you’re completely redoing your yard or installing an aboveground garden. Alternatively, you may consider putting underground rock barriers around the edge of your yard to discourage gopher visits. However, you’ll still likely get some pests because they can dig as deep as 6 feet below the surface.

It takes a few weeks to get rid of roaches in the kitchen for a small infestation, as the cockroaches will need to take the bait back to their nest to infect the others. For larger infestation, you may need to schedule multiple professional treatments, which could take several weeks or up to 6 months to get rid of the roaches fully.

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