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Q: Do bats come back to the same place every night?

• <div><p>This depends on if their needs are being met. They'll likely return night after night if they have access to food, water, and adequate shelter. If this changes, they&rsquo;ll look for another roosting spot. This is why bright lights and other dissuading factors often work when removing bats from a property.</p></div>

Q: Are skunks hard to get rid of?

• <div><p>Luckily, skunks aren&rsquo;t challenging to get rid of. You can try to remove them slowly by filling their den entryway loosely with newspaper. Many skunks notice their den is in jeopardy and take off on their own. You can also try making a homemade spray of jalapeno pepper, yellow onion, and cayenne pepper&mdash;believe it or not, skunks are sensitive to these smells, so if you spray this around the den or in hard-to-reach places around your property, most skunks will take the hint and leave. </p></div>

Q: When should you call pest control for cockroaches?

• <div><p>You should call pest control for cockroaches when you see two or more of these pests or clear warning signs of an infestation. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/signs-roach-infestation.htm">Signs of an active roach infestation</a> are roach droppings, dark smears on surfaces, roach eggs, foul odors, and shed skins. If you notice these unusual marks in your home, consider hiring a pest control specialist for an inspection.</p></div>

Q: What do raccoons in a chimney sound like?

• <div><p>Raccoons in a chimney sound like thumping, rustling, scratching, or scurrying. Because they can weigh as much as 20 pounds, they make noises that are noticeable and hard to miss. Plus, they have an average litter size of 3 to 7 kits, so you may hear what sounds like multiple animals thumping, rustling, scratching, or scurrying.</p></div>

Q: Will fruit flies go away on their own?

• <div><p>Fruit flies are more common during warm-weather months and may go away on their own in late fall once temperatures drop. However, they can survive year-round indoors as long as there's food available, so you'll likely want to take a proactive approach to get rid of them and stop the spread of bacteria.</p></div>

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I recently hired Pro Rise Construction LLC for a full driveway and bluestone project, and the results completely changed the appearance of my property. Vinny and Nitin paid attention to every detail from the beginning to the end. The paver work looks extremely clean and professionally finished,...
Pro Rise Construction LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
James and Chris did a wonderful job correcting electrical issues at the RV park I was staying at! Really appreciate their work!
JCV Electric & AC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Excelente trabajo y cumplen en los tiempos acordados
4A Drywall
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Reviewed in August 2023
Garcia did a great job and they were pretty quick. We’re very pleased with the overall experience.
Garcia Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
John was efficient, professional, and quick to resolve my issue!
Garage Door Solutions LLC.
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Reviewed in June 2023
The job was good. They did a good job and clean it up after all.
Louisiana Turf Pros
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Reviewed in March 2022
Very professional, on time. I thought his appraisal was low and he under valued my home. I understand the market in my area is low but a house compared to mobile home should have more value.
Appraisers Now, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2020
He is very professional, punctual, and timely. The quality of the work is definitely worth the price!
Hollis Lawn Care Service LLC - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in September 2020
Came for estimate same day. Showed up on time, did a great job, clean-up and haul away was flawless. Good boss, good crew.
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Lanier Wildlife Solutions

4.9(

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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chris helped me figure out a pretty tough job. I had rats/squirrels in my attic and I live in a townhome community. Even after my 14 day check up was up he came back and checked out my traps, 5 days later. Fortunately, there were no more rats. He is professional, honest and seems to know his stuff. He was also really great at communicating and really personable. I will recommend Chris to anyone who has a pest problem!"

Filthy and soiled insulation before removing.

Response time5 hrs

Response rate87%

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Empire, LA 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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Lanier's Wildlife Solutions

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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"Chris helped me figure out a pretty tough job. I had rats/squirrels in my attic and I live in a townhome community. Even after my 14 day check up was up he came back and checked out my traps, 5 days later. Fortunately, there were no more rats. He is professional, honest and seems to know his stuff. He was also really great at communicating and really personable. I will recommend Chris to anyone who has a pest problem!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate91%

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went great, and we hired them to perform additional maintenance for our chimney as well as others in our building. Everyone was very pleased with the service, warranty, and price.
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Empire, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"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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Presto-X (St. Louis)

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Serving Empire, LA 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

This depends on if their needs are being met. They'll likely return night after night if they have access to food, water, and adequate shelter. If this changes, they’ll look for another roosting spot. This is why bright lights and other dissuading factors often work when removing bats from a property.

Luckily, skunks aren’t challenging to get rid of. You can try to remove them slowly by filling their den entryway loosely with newspaper. Many skunks notice their den is in jeopardy and take off on their own. You can also try making a homemade spray of jalapeno pepper, yellow onion, and cayenne pepper—believe it or not, skunks are sensitive to these smells, so if you spray this around the den or in hard-to-reach places around your property, most skunks will take the hint and leave.

You should call pest control for cockroaches when you see two or more of these pests or clear warning signs of an infestation. Signs of an active roach infestation are roach droppings, dark smears on surfaces, roach eggs, foul odors, and shed skins. If you notice these unusual marks in your home, consider hiring a pest control specialist for an inspection.

Raccoons in a chimney sound like thumping, rustling, scratching, or scurrying. Because they can weigh as much as 20 pounds, they make noises that are noticeable and hard to miss. Plus, they have an average litter size of 3 to 7 kits, so you may hear what sounds like multiple animals thumping, rustling, scratching, or scurrying.

Fruit flies are more common during warm-weather months and may go away on their own in late fall once temperatures drop. However, they can survive year-round indoors as long as there's food available, so you'll likely want to take a proactive approach to get rid of them and stop the spread of bacteria.

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