"Shannon came to our rescue to help with our raccoon in the attic the same day I called AND it was Easter Sunday! Now that is amazing customer service! Had to drive 90 minutes to get to my Scarborough home. He will be our go-to guy for all future wildlife control."
"Very impressed with this company Our technician Cory was on time very friendly and professional He explained in detail what was needed to be done We feel confident our pest issues will be resolved Definitely recommend this company"
Since 1953, A1 Exterminators has provided quality pest control and extermination services throughout Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Rhode Island, Southern New Hampshire and Maine.\nWe're excited to announce that A1 Exterminators, a trusted name in pest control, is now proudly part of Ned's Home! With a legacy of protecting homes and businesses across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Maine for over 70-years, this transition ensures that A1 customers will continue receiving the same expert residential and commercial pest control and extermination services, now with the added strength and resources of Ned?s Home, a leader in home maintenance solutions.\n\nChoose A1 Exterminators for all your pest control and extermination needs and experience the difference our quality service can make!
"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."
"I had an infestation of cicada killer wasps. It's taken several attempts by Expert Pest Control and Tony the exterminator who's doing his best to rid my yard of these scary looking wasps. I think this is more difficult as they make their nests in the ground and hard to locate every single one. However Tony has gotten rid of most, and coming back again to try to finish up. He and his company have been very patient."
"Dependable Pest Solutions is prompt and on time for every scheduled service. They send reminders to me when they are going to be doing their 90 day check ups ahead of time. They make it easy with sending the report via email and providing me with information regarding what was noticed since the last check-up. I highly recommend this company for any pest need!"
"Dennis, who contacted me from this critter control service was very courteous and very prompt. He came to assess my situation in less than a day from contact with him. His service was actually the most reasonably priced service, of all those I contacted. He successfully found the hole where the squirrels were getting into my walls and ceilings, and set up the one way door. Within 2 days, all the noise that I was hearing in my ceilings and walls had diminished. He came within the time frame he conveyed and removed the one way door and then sealed up the hole. I have not had any issues since. The squirrels are no longer having parties in my ceilings and walls. My house is now very quiet. I would recommend Dennis and his service very highly."
How often you need pest control depends on your infestation problem. If you have a one-off issue, such as a wasp nest in a high-traffic area, you shouldn't need regular service. However, if you live in an area prone to ticks, termites, and ants, you'll likely need at least an annual pest control service. If the problem is persistent and significant, you may need quarterly or monthly service.
Across most of the United States, the fall season sees rats at their prime activity levels. As temperatures drop, rats become more active, spurred by the weather shift to seek shelter as winter approaches. During this time, their curiosity and energy peak, driving them to explore what your home and its surroundings might offer.
Preventatives include frequent washing of pet bedding, regular vacuuming, flea-preventative applications, and avoiding infested areas.
The best way to deal with a rodent problem is to avoid it in the first place. One way to do that is to make your home smell uninviting to them. Here are some household products that can repel rodents. When using oils, try soaking a cotton ball in the stuff and leaving it in places rodents frequent:
Peppermint oil
Eucalyptus oil
Cinnamon
Vinegar
Cedarwood
Cloves
Garlic
Chili oil/powder
Cayenne pepper
When a wasp stings, it pushes its stinger into the skin and releases venom. The sting site will typically become inflamed and swollen and likely hurt quite a bit.
Some people are allergic to the venom and can have serious allergic reactions to a wasp sting. This sting could cause the throat to swell, difficulty breathing, hives, rapid heart rate, and vomiting. If you or someone has an allergic reaction to a wasp sting, it’s important to call 911 for emergency treatment, as reactions can be life-threatening.
The Kittery, ME homeowners’ guide to pest control services
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