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Black Diamond
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1940

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"I had a terrible ant and gnats problem. I tried everything to get rid of them myself, but it never worked. Black Diamond called me right away and I was able to get an appointment fast. Very professional with great customer service."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Terminix® Pest Control
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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"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 - West Louisville
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

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OPC Pest Services has been providing quality pest control to homes and businesses in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Illinois and Wisconsin. We specialize in pest control attic insulation as well as crawl space insulation. We can help you with your pest control and termite needs and provide a free consultation and estimate.

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
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One Dial Real Estate Pest Control, Inc.
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Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

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"Dial One Pest Control- Wonderful A termite infested tree caused me such anxiety. I was sure the tree removal would lead to my home being infested. Larry came out and checked things out. Said my home was fine and to check with an arborist regarding the tree. He went down in the basement to double check and things were fine. He was prompt, professional and most importantly, completely honest. I'm so grateful for Dial Ones Integrity."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Sort of. Hornets are a subsection of wasps with some unique characteristics (along with yellowjackets and similar types of insects). Hornets are generally rare in the United States, with European and Asian hornets the two notable examples.

Hornets tend to be significantly larger than wasps, often larger than one inch. They are also typically white or brown striped instead of yellow like many wasps. They tend to be one of the more aggressive types of wasps, which when combined with their size makes them a priority for homeowners.

Scented mouse deterrents, like peppermint oil, can be effective in the short term. The pungent smells may temporarily repel mice, but they lose effectiveness as the scent fades or mice get used to it. The main drawbacks are frequent reapplication and the fact that these deterrents don't address the root cause of the infestation, such as entry points or food sources. While they can be part of a broader strategy, scented deterrents alone are rarely enough to eliminate a mouse problem.

Consumer-brand foggers or bug bombs are considered safe overall. Still, it's essential to read the instructions carefully as the vacating time varies depending on the type of bug bomb you use. Most of the time, it's advised that all humans and pets are out of the area for at least two to four hours after initiating the fogger process. It's also a good idea to vent the space by cracking open some windows for several hours after you're back inside.

It is very difficult to remove a colony entirely without using some kind of insecticide. However, some treatments are safer than others. Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic powder application that creates barriers that insects can’t pass through. Some pest control companies offer liquid nitrogen treatments to freeze out termites without using pesticides. Some chemical treatments are safer to use around plants, water, and wildlife than others. Bait stations are generally less damaging to the environment than sprayed termiticides.

Rocks are less likely to attract snakes and other critters because their prey (termites, ticks, and other insects) don’t usually inhabit this environment. However, if you have placed together rocks with large spaces in between or near a source of water, you may find a snake or an occasional chipmunk seeking shelter.

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