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Top-Rated Pest control specialists in Howland - Updated Nov 2026

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Insight Pest Solutions, Maine
4.3(
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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kay's team is the best!!! The entire company is very responsive and will come back when requested (we have had them come back when we see ants). They do a very thorough job, are all very professional and knowledgeable, and provide exceptional customer service. We have recommended them to several neighbors and they all love Insight too!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Northeast Wildlife Services
4.7(
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+1 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an issue with bats getting in through our ridge vent into the attic. Northeast Wildlife Services was able to diagnose the issue and make the necessary repairs in a timely manner. I wouldn't hesitate to call this company again with any pest related issues."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Terminix® Pest Control
3.9(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Nate White's Mowing
5.0(
10
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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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IPM Pest & Wildlife Services
5.0(
17
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business+2 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob is a miracle worker. We tried everything we could think of to get rid of rats in our yard, including a visit from a well known national pest control company. Nothing worked. Bob came, worked his magic, and viola! - no more rats. He is pleasant, prompt, reasonable and gets the job done."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Howland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Pest Control FAQs, answered by experts

When woodpeckers start banging on your walls or roof, they are probably looking for insects to eat, storing nuts for winter, drilling a hole to make a nest, or communicating with other birds to establish territory or find a mate.

The size of the hole can help determine the reason for the pecking. Small irregular holes are a result of insect hunts. Acorn holes are more consistently sized and often fitted with a nut in the middle. Nest holes are large and have rounded edges. If the bird is pecking to mark its territory or attract a mate, it may leave dents rather than holes, and the noise will stop when the mating season starts in spring.

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.

Exterminators remove mice in walls by identifying entry points and sealing them to stop further access to these spaces. They may then open drywall to place food-scented traps inside for capture and then reseal to open and retrieve traps later. Next, they place traps along walls or baseboards inside, as mice tend to follow walls using their whiskers for guidance. Afterward, they may recommend repairs or modifications to prevent future infestations.

Raccoons are primarily crepuscular and nocturnal, meaning they are most active at dawn, dusk, and throughout the night. While less common, they may come out during the day to find food, especially in warm months or during the spring birthing season (April and May) when caring for their young. Seasonally, raccoons are active year-round and do not truly hibernate. However, during periods of severe cold, they will often remain in their dens for extended periods.

Unless foxes are a major threat or nuisance, living peacefully alongside them is often better. Reclusive foxes are rarely a risk to humans, and they can help keep rodent populations at bay and boost biodiversity in your yard. Plus, if you are a wildlife lover, there is the simple privilege and pleasure of watching a fox family interact right on your doorstep.

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