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Avatar for DMV Wildlife & Pest Solutions, LLC
DMV Wildlife & Pest Solutions, LLC
4.9(
140
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Small Animals - For Business

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Josh is amazing. I called DMV wildlife for bird removal from my bathroom vents. Josh came cleaned and sanitized the bathroom vents inside and out. He also installed a basket to make sure they canâ t get back in! He also recommended a basket for our dryer vent so they wouldnâ t go from one vent entrance to another. Josh went over and beyond and cleaned the dryer vent. DMV wildlife is HIGHLY recommended! Thanks again Josh!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Raven Termite & Pest Control
Raven Termite & Pest Control
4.7(
303
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and Bats

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raven Termite & Pest Control were prompt and provided excellent animal control services. Caught and removed raccoon in attic within 48 hours of setting trap. Comprehensive animal control package with clean up, sanitation, and closure of area of entrance , at an excellent price. This team is truly invested in satisfying my animal control needs . Professional, pleasant and hardworking staff. Very Courteous and made everything a pleasure. Arrived within allotted time window.Great customer Service with no waiting period. Thank you for preserving the rest of my day and being so nice and professional. Truly can't speak highly enough of this team. I would definitely recommend them! Amazing Service!"
Response time9 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Affordable Pest, LLC
Affordable Pest, LLC
4.2(
582
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Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and Bats

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Affordable Pest, LLC provides complete pest control and termite elimination services; we are locally owned and operated which is something we take great pride in. We specialize in general pest control, termite control, rodent elimination, mosquito management, wildlife and attic cleanout services. For termites we proudly offer Trelona ATBS from BASF, the environmentally responsible termite treatment. Affordable Pest is an authorized Supreme Plus from Cellpak installer, the pest control insulation that is eco-friendly and saves energy. We offer the finest professional pest control solutions available. All of our consultants are professionals capable of supplying you with timely and effective service. Our estimates are always free. Call and request on of our professional inspectors come out today!

377 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Barefoot Pest Control
Barefoot Pest Control
4.7(
183
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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were hired but did NOT have the expertise to remove an electrical vent. No Charge for the evaluation. They will return when I get a person to remove the electrical vent."
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Response time6 hrs
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Affordable Pest, LLC
Affordable Pest, LLC
4.2(
1,128
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"On the two visits your team was prompt, courteous and informative. Original call was for snake removal (which turned out to be a salamander). Termites were discovered. Termite treatment was executed professionally and quickly. Thank you!"
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Animal Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Signs of badgers in a yard or garden include large burrow holes 2 to 9 feet deep and 1 to 2 feet wide in your lawn or garden or under your fence. Badgers may even break through fences in some cases. Partially eaten fruits, vegetables, and animal carcasses can also be a sign. Look for bits of fur, bones, spines, and skulls.

Possums don’t typically pose a danger to humans—they prefer to stay out of sight. If they feel threatened, they play dead instead of engaging. However, they can become aggressive when cornered, typically when they become trapped inside your home or when a dog chases them. When this happens, it’s best to call a wildlife control service near you to remove possums safely.

You’ll find groundhogs are most active during the morning hours and late afternoon, but they want to avoid humans at all costs. If you do set a trap, you can set it out the night before so it’s waiting on them the next morning, and try to remove any human scent when setting it out.

Squirrels are pretty skittish creatures, and they dread the presence of rodent-chasing dogs and cats. Sudden noises and bursts of activity can send them scampering away. Anything with an element of surprise, like motion-detecting lighting, strobe lights, and noisy wind chimes, can unsettle them. Even loud radios and voices can be perceived as threatening and terrifying to these furry critters.

Raccoons may sometimes leave a property on their own, but this is not guaranteed. For a persistent raccoon infestation, it is advisable to take measures for trapping and removal. After they have been removed, it is important to seal any potential entry points to prevent their return.

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