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Avatar for Critter Control of Boston
Critter Control of Boston
4.9(
263
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+3 more

Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Critter Control of Boston provided exactly the kind of services my house needed, both control and repair. Mike and George are well-trained professionals, always on time for appointments and gave us good advice. They did a wonderful job! I'd recommend them to friends and co-workers."
Metal exclusion work
Metal exclusion work
Metal exclusion work
Installed solar panel guards
Installed vent guard

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Discreet Pest and Wildlife Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Pest Control - TermitePest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business+2 more

Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I contacted Discreet Pest last night after hours regarding a pest control issue. While originally planning to leave a message, my call was directed to the technician on call instantly. Within 30 minutes we had discussed the issue, the solution, and I had a proposal in my inbox. He was here 10 minutes early and was significantly less expensive than what I was anticipating. So much so that I signed up for their quarterly perimeter protection plan. I was very happy to see my issue taken care of without a truck in the driveway of my home advertising my issues with rodents."
Norway rat
Norway Rat
House Mouse
House Mouse
Bed Bug

+26

Response time9 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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CornerStone Pest Control
4.6(
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bed Bugs+5 more

Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife & dog was attacked bees & I called cornerstone pest control . Spoke to Anthony & within the hour Josh came & took care of all the hives & explained how the colonize heâ s very knowledgeable!!!! Great company"
Nest Removal
Full service pest control
Response time8 hrs
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ned's Pest Control
4.0(
3,188
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals+2 more

Serving Melrose, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Ned’s Pest Control brings over 60 years of pest control expertise to your home or business, delivering fast, effective solutions when pests invade your space. As part of the Ned’s Home family, we’re committed to providing dependable, high-quality service backed by our QualityPro certification and 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Our trained and licensed professionals specialize in both residential and commercial pest control, using proven methods to eliminate current infestations and prevent future ones. With dedicated teams across the region, we prioritize lasting results—so you can enjoy true peace of mind.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

To keep animals away from your trash, you can spray store-bought ammonia-based cleaners on the bag or make your own spray. All you need is a spray bottle with one part ammonia and one part water. Once you’ve sprayed the bags, keep your kids and pets away.

Ant and termite infestations look very different. Since termites feed on wood, one of the warning signs of their presence is drooping drywall, peeling paint, loose floor tiles, and crumbling wood. On the other hand, ants feed on plant- and animal-based food options, so you’ll likely spot a colony near your home’s food sources. If you’re unsure what type of pest infestation you have, hire a pest control specialist to inspect for you.

While there are plenty of DIY home remedies for pests, trapping and fumigation costs are worth the investment when dealing with a serious infestation that is hard to get rid of, like termites,  bed bugs, or mice.

DIY traps and sprays might help eliminate a few ants or the occasional mouse, but they're no match for a full-blown infestation. Call an extermination pro to locate where pests hide, how to treat the issue at the source, and how to keep it from returning.

Both insects can damage wood, but there are key differences between termites and carpenter ants that tell them apart. Carpenter ants tunnel through moist wood, leaving behind smooth tunnels and sawdust-like piles, as they don't eat the wood but rather carve it for nesting. In contrast, termites actually consume wood, creating irregular galleries filled with mud and dirt, and leaving behind mud tubes as their signature. In terms of appearance, carpenter ants have segmented bodies with heart-shaped heads and larger front wings, while termites have more oval bodies with straight antennae and equal-sized wings.

Male carpenter bees actually don't have a stinger, but they will hover around areas as a defense mechanism to deter intruders. However, females can sting but are not typically aggressive and tend to only sting when threatened or provoked. They are less active at night, so you are less likely to encounter them because they tend to rest at night.

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