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Avatar for Mike's Pest and Termite Control, Inc.
Mike's Pest and Termite Control, Inc.
4.9(
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went well. They responded promptly to my request for service. Initial inspection of the attic, they believed we had squirrels and a huge birds' nest. They then closed/screened off all entry points. However, once I reported actually seeing a raccoon in the yard, they put out traps and a camera. The raccoon avoided the traps but Mike's Pest Control was persistent, regularly checking the traps and trying different baits. They didn't stop their attempts until the raccoon was caught. If I have any other incidents like this one, I will use them again."
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Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bugout Termite & Pest Control Inc
4.9(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito ControlPest Control - Bed Bugs+3 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I called a handyman to repair a wall in my basement which was deteriorating. He found that the damage was due to termites.  I consulted Angie's list and found that Bugout was one of the highest rated pest control firms in my area.  I called Bugout and told them about my problem.  Troy came out immediately and inspected the damage while the wall was still open.  He suggested spot treatment of three possible entrance routes and the installation of a Sentricon perimeter system.  I thought his proposal made perfect sense, his price was quite reasonable given what other providers were charging for similar services, and he was extremely responsive in doing the work and taking care of the problem.
Given the previous reviews I expected quality service and a reasonable price.  That is exactly what I received.  I could not have been more pleased with the quality of their work and their attention to customer service.
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+5

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bug Boys Pest Control, LLC
4.8(
113
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Pest Control - TermitePest Control - Termite - For Business

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robb was very thorough, professional, and explained the process well. He was also diligent and clean up the area he was working afterwards. Was happy with my choice of Pest Control I hired and would recommend highly this company."
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Termite Job

+28

Response time5 hrs
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Affordable Pest, LLC
4.2(
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+7 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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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!

397 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Blades of Green Pest Maryland
4.0(
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Mosquito Control

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was quite impressed with the job. I believe that a very thorough job was done, even more and better than I expected. I would have no trouble recomending Blades of Green to anyone looking for a pest control contractor. I am so glad they were recomended to me."
Pest Prevention
Yard Protection
Lawn Care
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ned's Pest Control
4.1(
3,064
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+2 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great company! Even though they are located on the East Coast, they have excellent control over their local professionals. EXAMPLE: I requested a cleaning of my siding (along with my windows) and paid a deposit. On arrival, the professionals realized that their product was incompatible with my cedar siding. They credited this to my account and the other orders I placed. I’ve been using them for years and have no reservations about recommending them to others."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Termites are very hard to remove, especially if you don’t work with a professional pest control service or keep up with routine treatments. Queen termites can lay up to thousands of eggs per day, meaning these pests can spread quickly. You may need to combine DIY treatments and professional extermination services to get rid of a termite infestation.

Wasps don’t sleep in, but they are relatively inactive at night, sticking to the confines of the nest, in what’s known as a dormant state. Additionally, female wasps hibernate throughout the winter. That’s why evenings are the best time of the day to attack wasp nests.

It is a myth that smashing a stink bug attracts more stink bugs. According to the National Pesticide Information Center, killing a stink bug will not attract more of them. They are able to secrete a pheromone that attracts other bugs, but they will only release their alarm pheromone when they’re squished—which won’t attract more bugs. 

Some animals, such as bats or birds, will be able to get out of chimneys on their own since they can fly. Other animals, however, may have a harder time and will require the help of a professional to escape. Squirrels and raccoons in particular may become stuck inside a chimney, especially if you have a buildup of soot or creosote inside. This can prevent them from being able to climb out, in which case you’ll need to call an animal control expert to help remove them.

Leaving lights on is not an effective or foolproof method for keeping cockroaches away. While roaches are nocturnal and prefer darkness, light alone is not enough to stop them, especially if they are seeking food, water, or shelter. A bright light might temporarily discourage them, but hungry or determined roaches will often adapt and venture into lit areas. For more effective cockroach control, it is better to focus on proven prevention methods. These include maintaining cleanliness by eliminating food crumbs, sealing cracks and entry points, reducing clutter that provides hiding spots, and fixing any moisture issues. Using traps or repellents can also be part of a comprehensive strategy.

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