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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

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"Josh,owner,set traps on Memorial Day. Caught and removed 3 adult racoons so far, and removed each animal each morning. Also, sealed entrance ways to my garage attic. Provided a bird nesting deterant to keep birds from building a very messy nest over my car. Very reasonably priced for all services provided.Very professional. I'd call him again in a heartbeat and would highly recommend him."
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

"Our property had a multitude of ground hogs that needed to be trapped and removed. We were impressed with Raven Termite and Pest Control's entire process. From the office staff, to emailed updates on service appointments and completed service with comments & photos, to our outstanding technician, Carl who was professional, knowledgable and hard working. Glad to have discovered this outstanding company!"
Response time9 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Affordable Pest, LLC
4.2(
579
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - RodentsPest 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!

456 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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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 questions, answered by experts

The right snake trap depends on your needs and the species of snake. Glue traps are the easiest to handle but are inhumane and may catch and kill other animals, like squirrels, birds, and mice. Cage traps catch snakes alive so they can be released elsewhere. Minnow traps are the best choice for water snakes. 

Unlike for rats and mice, poisonous baits and fumigants aren’t a legal option for dealing with squirrel invasions. So, don’t set any traps up using standard rodenticides. Remember that you typically need a permit for trapping and relocating squirrels found on your property. Some states even specify the types of traps you need to use.

While possums don’t typically carry rabies, they can have lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. According to the University of California’s Pest Management Program, possums can also carry diseases like leptospirosis, tuberculosis, toxoplasmosis, coccidiosis, and fevers. Possums are also the carriers of a parasite that can pass to horses and cats called Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM).

Voles are attracted to areas with lots of vegetation that they can hide in. Since they eat mostly grasses, tubers, and bulbs, a robust garden can attract voles that wouldn’t have looked twice at a barren rock garden. Voles also like to hide out in dense ground cover, so that can attract them as well.

There’s little scientific evidence to suggest that homemade remedies to ward off wildlife are effective. But, often, when using them alongside other management techniques, it won’t do any harm to try. Suggestions include using urine-soaked kitty litter or sweat-soaked clothing items. Try applying them around your fence perimeters. Always read the instructions carefully for any commercially-bought repellents and opt for EPA-approved products. Multiple applications, especially after rain, are often necessary.

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