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Avatar for Critter Control of Boston
Critter Control of Boston
4.9(
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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
29 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
65 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

Yes, crawl spaces can attract bugs, especially since moisture tends to build up in the space, and moisture attracts pests. A good way to prevent pest infestation in your crawl space is to install a vapor barrier—called crawl space encapsulation—on the interior to seal the space, along with a French drain or some other kind of foundation drainage system outside to keep runoff out of your crawl space. You can also seal foundation cracks and repair damages to cut off access to pests.

To determine if you have a rat or mouse infestation, look for several key differences. The most obvious is the size of the rodent: rats are significantly larger with thicker bodies, while mice are much smaller and more slender. You can also identify them by their droppings; rat droppings are larger and rounder, about the size of a raisin, while mouse droppings are smaller, like a grain of rice, and often have pointed ends. Other signs include the sounds they make, as rats produce louder scratching and gnawing noises due to their size. Behaviorally, rats tend to be more cautious, whereas mice are more curious and might be seen more often. Additionally, rat nests are typically larger than those of mice. If you are unable to see the pest or find clear evidence, a professional inspection can provide a definitive identification.

Probably not. Many imitation nests are meant to be hung from trees or other tall places, but not all yellow jackets nest up high—most species, such as the common yellow jacket and the southern yellow jacket, build nests in the ground. 

Gnats may eventually go away on their own, but it depends on the source of their attraction. If the environment that’s attracting them—such as overwatered plants, moist areas, or food debris—isn't addressed, they can persist or even increase in numbers. Reducing moisture, improving drainage, and cleaning up organic matter can help eliminate them. Without these changes, gnats are likely to stick around and continue breeding, making it important to remove their breeding grounds to get rid of them for good.

It is highly unlikely that fleas will go away on their own without treatment. Female fleas can lay dozens of eggs per day—up to 50—causing their numbers to multiply quickly and spread throughout your home. An adult flea can live for around 100 days or even up to a year as long as it has access to a host, such as a pet or human. Even without a host to feed on, fleas can survive for weeks. Because of their rapid reproduction and resilience, it's best to tackle a flea problem as soon as possible. Hiring an exterminator is recommended to prevent the infestation from worsening.

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