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Q: Will leaving lights on keep roaches away?

• <div><p>Leaving lights on is not an effective or foolproof method for keeping cockroaches away. While roaches are nocturnal and prefer darkness, light alone is not enough to stop them, especially if they are seeking food, water, or shelter. A bright light might temporarily discourage them, but hungry or determined roaches will often adapt and venture into lit areas. For more effective cockroach control, it is better to focus on proven prevention methods. These include maintaining cleanliness by eliminating food crumbs, sealing cracks and entry points, reducing clutter that provides hiding spots, and fixing any moisture issues. Using traps or repellents can also be part of a comprehensive strategy.</p></div>

Q: How do you get rid of a flea infestation overnight?

• <div><p>While we can&rsquo;t guarantee that the removal methods described above will work overnight, they will help eradicate the infestation as quickly as possible. For the most immediate results, consider hiring a flea exterminator that can use high-grade products and removal equipment to wipe out small and large groups of fleas. </p></div>

Q: Do carpenter bees make honey?

• <div><p>Carpenter bees do not make honey like honey bees, but they are still essential pollinators. In fact, they have a unique talent called &quot;buzz pollination,&quot; in which they use the vibration from their wings to help release pollen from the flowers' anthers. Honey bees are also vital pollinators but do not use this process because they are too small and lack the strength required to buzz pollinate.</p></div>

Q: Will a shower get rid of fleas on humans?

• <div><p>While taking a shower can help wash away fleas and their dirt from your body, it may not completely get rid of all of them. However, if you wash your clothes and bedding in hot water and dry them on the highest heat recommended for the fabric, it can further reduce the possibility of an infestation. However, even if just a few are left, they can reproduce and take over again, so it&rsquo;s best to take additional measures and call a flea exterminator to ensure they&rsquo;re gone for good. </p></div>

Q: Should I report a stray or feral cat?

• <div><p>If the cat is stray (you noticed a collar or other signs of domestication), the kind thing to do is to try and find the owner. Call around to other neighbors to see if they can lead you in the right direction. If you can get close enough to snap a picture, try posting an image of the cat to local community groups and pages on social media. </p><p>If the cat is feral, you can try to humanely trap them and participate in a local shelter&rsquo;s TNR program. Before attempting capture, call around to local rescues and shelters to make sure one near you does participate in a TNR program. They may even be able to catch the cat for you. </p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2025
Excellent work, great people. Only A/C company I will use and recommend ! Love them !!!!
1st Service, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2025
I highly recommend Steven and Son for your pressure washing needs. They are knowledgeable and do quality work .
My Home Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
CDW completed a foundation repair in our home and I am so very thankful! Even with the recent flooding we have had I had no water and no concerns of my crawlspace getting flooded. Thank you so much for the efficient work that you and your company done for us in our home.
CDW Construction
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Reviewed in May 2024
Awesome service! Really appreciate your company service. Thanks
Secure Storage Sheds of Corbin, Ky.
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Reviewed in April 2023
They do great work. Before I knew them the previous company wouldn’t return my call even though I had spent money with them previously. If you want the job completed in a timely and professional manner then call affordable seal coating!!!
Affordable Sealcoating and Paving LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
They were a hard working crew, They were easy to work with. They trimmed a tree for me, They trimmed all of my shrubs and done some weed eating for me. I would recommend them to my friends. Their price was reasonable. I really liked them.
Outdoor Identity LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Excellent! Tanner responded immediately to our request for a quote and help and came out the next day! Very friendly and professional, went above and beyond to help move and remove what we needed. We plan to hire him again in the near future for some other things!! We recommend Tanner and King...
King Hawk Junk Removal
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Reviewed in March 2022
Good communication and a great job cleaning carpet and floors.
Home Run Clean
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Reviewed in February 2022
We had a large tree leaning towards our house in an area that was hard to access. While others looked at it and just shook thier heads, Millard and his crew were able to get the job done right! A+++ Service!
Jack of all trades
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Reviewed in August 2021
Great service, prompt and we'll priced. Lon replaced my damaged garage door panel. He is very friendly and did an awesome job. I'm very pleased with the work he did. I highly recommend his company Extreme Heat and Air and garage Door Service.
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Greenix Pest Control Lexington

5.0(

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bed BugsMosquito Control+1 more

Serving Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Greenix Pest Control, we know that effective pest control is a process, not a one-time fix.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Irvine, KY 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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Okolona Pest Control, Inc - Lexington

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Pest Control - TermitePest Control - Termite - For Business

Serving Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

When you’re looking for pest control in Lexington 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 Fayette 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 time1 day

Response rate100%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Serving Irvine, 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

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

Serving Irvine, KY 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 Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly tech came to examine our house. He was really late, but this did not matter - lost his way. The cost was way beyond what we are willing to pay for pest control (over $1000) but we do have a fairly problematic carpenter bee problem."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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

Serving Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

"Terminix was accommodating with their scheduling of appointments. The technicians were knowledgeable. The pricing was competitive. I believe they will be just as considerate with all subsequent service visits and will solve our pest concerns."

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Middle Ground Wildlife Management, LLC

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents - For Business+2 more

Serving Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"very knowledgable about bats and how to properly exclude them from home and seal all entry points to prevent their return. Professional , curtious , licensed by state to handle bats. would use for any future wildlife problems ."

Response time2 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Terminix

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

Serving Irvine, 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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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Irvine, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"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

Leaving lights on is not an effective or foolproof method for keeping cockroaches away. While roaches are nocturnal and prefer darkness, light alone is not enough to stop them, especially if they are seeking food, water, or shelter. A bright light might temporarily discourage them, but hungry or determined roaches will often adapt and venture into lit areas. For more effective cockroach control, it is better to focus on proven prevention methods. These include maintaining cleanliness by eliminating food crumbs, sealing cracks and entry points, reducing clutter that provides hiding spots, and fixing any moisture issues. Using traps or repellents can also be part of a comprehensive strategy.

While we can’t guarantee that the removal methods described above will work overnight, they will help eradicate the infestation as quickly as possible. For the most immediate results, consider hiring a flea exterminator that can use high-grade products and removal equipment to wipe out small and large groups of fleas.

Carpenter bees do not make honey like honey bees, but they are still essential pollinators. In fact, they have a unique talent called "buzz pollination," in which they use the vibration from their wings to help release pollen from the flowers' anthers. Honey bees are also vital pollinators but do not use this process because they are too small and lack the strength required to buzz pollinate.

While taking a shower can help wash away fleas and their dirt from your body, it may not completely get rid of all of them. However, if you wash your clothes and bedding in hot water and dry them on the highest heat recommended for the fabric, it can further reduce the possibility of an infestation. However, even if just a few are left, they can reproduce and take over again, so it’s best to take additional measures and call a flea exterminator to ensure they’re gone for good.

If the cat is stray (you noticed a collar or other signs of domestication), the kind thing to do is to try and find the owner. Call around to other neighbors to see if they can lead you in the right direction. If you can get close enough to snap a picture, try posting an image of the cat to local community groups and pages on social media.

If the cat is feral, you can try to humanely trap them and participate in a local shelter’s TNR program. Before attempting capture, call around to local rescues and shelters to make sure one near you does participate in a TNR program. They may even be able to catch the cat for you.

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