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Q: What makes skunks so smelly?

• <div><p>Skunks spray as a defense mechanism to ward off predators. The active ingredient in their sulfurous, oily musk is n-butyl mercaptan, which evaporates into a powerful and smelly gas. Once the spray hits the skunk&rsquo;s target, the stench can linger for days, and water and common cleaning kits aren&rsquo;t enough to wash it away.</p><p>If you happen upon a skunk in your yard, try to back away slowly to reduce the chance of them aiming at you. Encouragingly, they don&rsquo;t use their weapon casually, as it can take up to 10 days for their life-saving weaponry to refill. Paw stamping, hissing, lifting their tail, and arching their back are early signs they feel trapped or under threat and that it&rsquo;s time to make a careful retreat.</p></div>

Q: What attracts brown recluse spiders?

• <div><p>Brown recluse spiders are attracted to homes and properties in search of shelter and food. Key attractants include a steady supply of insects, which are their primary food source. Consequently, things that attract other bugs, like food left out or poorly sealed trash cans, will also indirectly attract spiders. They also seek warm, dry, dark spots with nooks and crannies for nesting, such as untended wood piles, dirt piles, and cardboard boxes. Additionally, excessive outdoor lighting can attract insects, which in turn draws in spiders.</p></div>

Q: Does rubber mulch attract mice?

• <div><p>Rubber mulch doesn&rsquo;t attract mice. Unlike organic mulches, which can serve as food and nesting material for mice, rubber mulch has no nutritional value or comfortable nesting spots, making it less appealing to rodents. </p></div>

Q: Are earwigs dangerous to humans or pets?

• <div><p>Earwigs may look scary with their pincers, but they don&rsquo;t pose a serious threat to humans or pets. They are not poisonous, do not sting, and rarely bite or pinch unless handled. While they are not known to transmit diseases, their presence can signal underlying moisture problems in your home, such as mold, water damage, or rotting wood. A large infestation can become a nuisance, and certain species may emit an unpleasant odor. Therefore, while earwigs themselves aren&rsquo;t dangerous, a large number of them may indicate bigger issues that should be addressed by a pest control professional.</p></div>

Q: What attracts wolf spiders to your house?

• <div><p>The main reason wolf spiders gravitate towards houses is the presence of their prey, including insects like flies and ants. Their attraction is also heightened by the availability of suitable shelter in areas cluttered or undisturbed and in moisture-rich environments like basements. Openings and gaps in the structure provide an easy access point for these spiders. During cold weather, wolf spiders may also seek warmth indoors, making your home an attractive refuge during harsh weather conditions.</p></div>

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Last update on September 19, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Dylan was rude via text for no reason. They send messages at like 6am. Probably won?t renew next year. I?ll probably find someone else. Mosquito joes decided to change the monthly charges they promised me with no notice and my bills went from $25 a month to $79 a month. They retroactively...
Mosquito Joe of the Bluegrass, Louisville
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Reviewed in February 2023
My wife and I have several rentals. We like to take care of heating and air issues in a timely manger. We have found Turner Heating and Air to be prompt, knowledgable, and reasonable in meeting our heating and cooling needs.
TURNER'S HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in January 2023
The technician called to let me know that he was 10 minutes away from my house. He did a thorough inspection of my attic. What I thought was a squirrel ended up only being mice. I was told when I booked the appointment that there would be no charge if it was mice. The technician was at my...
Lee's Nuisance Wildlife Services
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Reviewed in September 2021
They are bonded and carry liability and workers compensation insurance which many cleaning services do not have.
Elite Pro Building Services LLC
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Reviewed in November 2018
The experience I had with Tommy Franks from Rule One Pest Solutions was great! From my first call to him, our meeting him in person, to the last treatment. Tommy was professional, always on time and let us know exactly what we needed to do, and what he would be doing. I won’t use another pest...
Rule One Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2017
They were able to get pests out of attic and correct any entries or holes that provided access to the attic. They also set up traps for mice in the basement. Both workers were professional and informative. I would use again.
Black Diamond
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Reviewed in May 2014
It was alright. I wasn't home when they came. They came when they said they would. The price was a little high for spreading the pest stuff. They put traps in the garage and I thought that was good.
GreenShield Pest Control
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Reviewed in March 2014
<p>Over the fall and winter, we had a couple of nasty wind storms in our area and lost some shingles. We have only lived in Kentucky for a couple of years so we didn't know any roofers. I checked Angie's list and asked our friends who have lived here for years. The recommendation was Oldham...
Oldham Co Roofing
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Reviewed in October 2013
In the evening of Thursday, October 3, my refrigerator started making this awful noise. I tried to locate the source of the noise and found that it was coming from a compartment between the freezer side and the refrigerator side. Since the compartment is screwed down, I couldn't see what was...
Broughton Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in June 2013
Mr. Pest Control was prompt, knowledgeable, and professional. He searched the house to find the point of entry for the bees. When he found the entry point, he sealed the hole. <br /> <br /> <br />
MR PEST CONTROL & TERMITE INC
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsMosquito ControlPest Control - Bed Bugs+9 more

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1940

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Lucas Wellborn it’s awesome! He explained well he was very thorough very polite very engaging and knew his stuff. Black diamond is a one stop shop for bug control."

+10

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Lee's Nuisance Wildlife Services

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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+1 more

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He is the least expensive of the other pest control companies that we talked to and he did a great job. He was quietly competent, a rare quality in today s environment. He is the owner of the business and did all the work himself including checking the traps on a regular basis and he sent us pictures of the squirrels that he caught in the traps. He also did the repairs and put up some wire mesh to control some woodpecker damage."

Response time12 hrs

Response rate86%

24 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Greenix Pest Control Louisville

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Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their service is great and their staff is very polite and professional. In the summer we always have problems with ants and after the first treatment nothing was in the house. Definitely recommend them for any of your rodent or insect problems"

+11

Response time1 day

Response rate92%

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Bedford, KY 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."

63 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by81%of homeowners

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Okolona Pest Control, Inc - NE Louisville

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Pest Control - TermitePest Control - Termite - For Business

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

When you’re looking for pest control in Louisville and the surrounding areas, OPC Pest Services is the company you need to take care of pests quickly and effectively. Our top-notch termite solutions and mosquito and mole treatments keep the outside of your home as comfortable as the inside. You can even choose routine seasonal pest treatments all year round with our Four Seasons Plan. Your Jefferson County business can also be pest-free. We have custom pest solutions for cockroaches, bed bugs, mosquitoes, and every pest in between. We are the premier pest control company in Kentucky. OPC – Outsmarting Pests Since 1972.

Response time3 days

Response rate100%

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Termite

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thorough and effective. Very good plan for coverage."

+18

Response time8 hrs

Response rate90%

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Lee's Nuisance Wildlife Services

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the third critter Lee has removed for us and, as always, he was responsive and quickly successful. He is an expert in his field and a professional with integrity. We don’t need him often but when we do we’re thankful we can call on him!"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Bedford, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A little pricey. Very friendly. Too soon to tell if pest control is effective."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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

Serving Bedford, KY 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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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Skunks spray as a defense mechanism to ward off predators. The active ingredient in their sulfurous, oily musk is n-butyl mercaptan, which evaporates into a powerful and smelly gas. Once the spray hits the skunk’s target, the stench can linger for days, and water and common cleaning kits aren’t enough to wash it away.

If you happen upon a skunk in your yard, try to back away slowly to reduce the chance of them aiming at you. Encouragingly, they don’t use their weapon casually, as it can take up to 10 days for their life-saving weaponry to refill. Paw stamping, hissing, lifting their tail, and arching their back are early signs they feel trapped or under threat and that it’s time to make a careful retreat.

Brown recluse spiders are attracted to homes and properties in search of shelter and food. Key attractants include a steady supply of insects, which are their primary food source. Consequently, things that attract other bugs, like food left out or poorly sealed trash cans, will also indirectly attract spiders. They also seek warm, dry, dark spots with nooks and crannies for nesting, such as untended wood piles, dirt piles, and cardboard boxes. Additionally, excessive outdoor lighting can attract insects, which in turn draws in spiders.

Rubber mulch doesn’t attract mice. Unlike organic mulches, which can serve as food and nesting material for mice, rubber mulch has no nutritional value or comfortable nesting spots, making it less appealing to rodents.

Earwigs may look scary with their pincers, but they don’t pose a serious threat to humans or pets. They are not poisonous, do not sting, and rarely bite or pinch unless handled. While they are not known to transmit diseases, their presence can signal underlying moisture problems in your home, such as mold, water damage, or rotting wood. A large infestation can become a nuisance, and certain species may emit an unpleasant odor. Therefore, while earwigs themselves aren’t dangerous, a large number of them may indicate bigger issues that should be addressed by a pest control professional.

The main reason wolf spiders gravitate towards houses is the presence of their prey, including insects like flies and ants. Their attraction is also heightened by the availability of suitable shelter in areas cluttered or undisturbed and in moisture-rich environments like basements. Openings and gaps in the structure provide an easy access point for these spiders. During cold weather, wolf spiders may also seek warmth indoors, making your home an attractive refuge during harsh weather conditions.

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