The Turf Doctor, Lawn & Pest Services has been operating in Maine since 1997. Our primary goal was simple: become the best lawn care company in the state of Maine. Since then, we have expanded our business to include mosquito and tick control, and full-service pest control. Our mission is now to provide the best service and results in the professional lawn & pest control industry.
The Turf Doctor, Lawn & Pest Services has been operating in Maine since 1997. Our primary goal was simple: become the best lawn care company in the state of Maine. Since then, we have expanded our business to include mosquito and tick control, and full-service pest control. Our mission is now to provide the best service and results in the professional lawn & pest control industry.
Stacie and Bear are professional, thorough, and confidential during all inspections. Bear was trained by the reputable K9 Sniff Company to detect the scent of live bed bugs and viable eggs. His scent is far more accurate than the human eye. Stacie and Bear are accredited by IBBMA, the Integrated Bed Bug Management Association. To become IBBMA accredited both dog and handler teams have to pass a rigorous annual certification. IBBMA is an independent association that ensures canines and handlers meet the highest standard of performance in the industry in accordance with National Pest Management Association’s Best Management Practices.
Stacie and Bear are professional, thorough, and confidential during all inspections. Bear was trained by the reputable K9 Sniff Company to detect the scent of live bed bugs and viable eggs. His scent is far more accurate than the human eye. Stacie and Bear are accredited by IBBMA, the Integrated Bed Bug Management Association. To become IBBMA accredited both dog and handler teams have to pass a rigorous annual certification. IBBMA is an independent association that ensures canines and handlers meet the highest standard of performance in the industry in accordance with National Pest Management Association’s Best Management Practices.
We are a local, family owned, and operated Exterminating and Turf services company which offers affordable, reliable service to the people of Maine. We provide pest control, turf services and exterminator services for commercial, residential and industrial locations across the state. Turf services for commercial, residential and industrial locations. We can care for your home, your camp, your business, your hospital, your school. From bats in your house, to grubs in your lawn. From fertilization of your lawn to getting rid of bedbugs, carpenter ants, cockroaches, rats, mice, mosquitoes or ticks. Whatever your concern, we can help!
We are a local, family owned, and operated Exterminating and Turf services company which offers affordable, reliable service to the people of Maine. We provide pest control, turf services and exterminator services for commercial, residential and industrial locations across the state. Turf services for commercial, residential and industrial locations. We can care for your home, your camp, your business, your hospital, your school. From bats in your house, to grubs in your lawn. From fertilization of your lawn to getting rid of bedbugs, carpenter ants, cockroaches, rats, mice, mosquitoes or ticks. Whatever your concern, we can help!
Modern Pest Services is a third generation, family-owned and -operated pest management company that has been a leader in the industry since 1945. Modern’s licensed and fully trained pest management professionals provide fast, effective pest control solutions to residential and commercial clients throughout New England and utilize the least toxic, lowest-risk products as part of an integrated pest management program. Recognized by the National Pest Management Association for meeting the established standards of a QualityPro company, Modern has also earned distinction as a Pesticide Environmental Steward by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its green and organic programs. Modern is a Copesan alliance partner and a member of several national, regional and local associations, including the Entomological Society of America, the National Pest Management Association, the New England Pest Management Association, and the Professional Pest Management Alliance. Modern Pest Services is headquartered in Brunswick, ME and has service centers in Portland, Bangor and Augusta, ME, as well as in Woburn, MA, and Manchester, NH. Modern's HomeCare Green program protects homes from 60 pests and the diseases they carry, while our commercial service programs protect a wide range of businesses and industries from unwanted pests. Modern offers a comprehensive bed bug control program including canine inspections and heat treatment, as well as a termite control program and additional pest control services for nuisance wildlife, ticks and mosquitoes. Ask about our organic programs!
Modern Pest Services is a third generation, family-owned and -operated pest management company that has been a leader in the industry since 1945. Modern’s licensed and fully trained pest management professionals provide fast, effective pest control solutions to residential and commercial clients throughout New England and utilize the least toxic, lowest-risk products as part of an integrated pest management program. Recognized by the National Pest Management Association for meeting the established standards of a QualityPro company, Modern has also earned distinction as a Pesticide Environmental Steward by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its green and organic programs. Modern is a Copesan alliance partner and a member of several national, regional and local associations, including the Entomological Society of America, the National Pest Management Association, the New England Pest Management Association, and the Professional Pest Management Alliance. Modern Pest Services is headquartered in Brunswick, ME and has service centers in Portland, Bangor and Augusta, ME, as well as in Woburn, MA, and Manchester, NH. Modern's HomeCare Green program protects homes from 60 pests and the diseases they carry, while our commercial service programs protect a wide range of businesses and industries from unwanted pests. Modern offers a comprehensive bed bug control program including canine inspections and heat treatment, as well as a termite control program and additional pest control services for nuisance wildlife, ticks and mosquitoes. Ask about our organic programs!
Bug Busterzzz specializes in the removal of unwanted pests with your family or workers health and safety in mind. Bug Busterzzz is your go to exterminator! Let us provide you with expert services for your pest control needs. We proudly serve residential and commercial clients throughout Central Maine! Give us a call today and we'll help you with your pest problem!
"Technician Robb Putek (COA 8043) arrived within the time specified. He was very friendly and professional. Robb inspected inside and outside of my home, letting me know where my problems were and what he could fix. He also let me know about problems he could not fix such as a garage door that had gaps, but gave me suggestions on what to do about it. Robb did a great job filling in gaps inside and outside of my home. He showed me the places he fixed, which I felt looked professional and neat. Would recommend this business/technician highly base on my experience."
Cheryl M on October 2021
Bug Busterzzz specializes in the removal of unwanted pests with your family or workers health and safety in mind. Bug Busterzzz is your go to exterminator! Let us provide you with expert services for your pest control needs. We proudly serve residential and commercial clients throughout Central Maine! Give us a call today and we'll help you with your pest problem!
"Technician Robb Putek (COA 8043) arrived within the time specified. He was very friendly and professional. Robb inspected inside and outside of my home, letting me know where my problems were and what he could fix. He also let me know about problems he could not fix such as a garage door that had gaps, but gave me suggestions on what to do about it. Robb did a great job filling in gaps inside and outside of my home. He showed me the places he fixed, which I felt looked professional and neat. Would recommend this business/technician highly base on my experience."
You're about to experience the benefits of a professional lawn care company that will help you address your concerns about your lawn, the environment and how to deal with issues effectively and responsibly. More than fertilizer treatments, Green Thumb Lawn Service is your local solution to turf damaging insects, fungus problems, dealing with fleas & ticks, preventing pests from entering your home and much, much more. When mother nature decides to change things up, you'll be ready with our professional lawn care technicians to diagnose, recommend and treat for any problems that may arise. There are many weeds, insects & fungus out there that require a special approach and you now have the tool set to deal with them. We are a seasonal company and when it comes to hiring, we employ talented and dedicated individuals and we keep them year after year. We feel it's important to maintain a relationship with you that you normally wouldn't get with any other company in our area. Best of all the service is automatic. Once you sign up for any of our services, you can rest assured they will be performed on time year after year. We'll even setup auto billing, so you never have to worry about missing another payment. It's truly a worry free service that we're confident you'll be happy with and want to continue year after year.
You're about to experience the benefits of a professional lawn care company that will help you address your concerns about your lawn, the environment and how to deal with issues effectively and responsibly. More than fertilizer treatments, Green Thumb Lawn Service is your local solution to turf damaging insects, fungus problems, dealing with fleas & ticks, preventing pests from entering your home and much, much more. When mother nature decides to change things up, you'll be ready with our professional lawn care technicians to diagnose, recommend and treat for any problems that may arise. There are many weeds, insects & fungus out there that require a special approach and you now have the tool set to deal with them. We are a seasonal company and when it comes to hiring, we employ talented and dedicated individuals and we keep them year after year. We feel it's important to maintain a relationship with you that you normally wouldn't get with any other company in our area. Best of all the service is automatic. Once you sign up for any of our services, you can rest assured they will be performed on time year after year. We'll even setup auto billing, so you never have to worry about missing another payment. It's truly a worry free service that we're confident you'll be happy with and want to continue year after year.
Pest Control questions, answered by experts
Pest control timelines depend on what services are being provided, size and type of infestation, and size of your home. Some inspections can take an hour or more, while preventative treatments only take 30 minutes to complete. Basic spaying for a problem like roaches or termites can take about an hour for small homes, but much longer for large properties and infestations. Consult your pest control pro for a time estimate based on your situation.
You can find anti-rat sprays in most home department stores that may be worth a try. Spray them along fences and in areas where you don’t want rats to go (like around decks) and they may think twice before approaching. For a natural version, you can try a mint spray, since rats generally dislike mint. But even the most effective sprays are unlikely to stop a hungry rat over time.
Summer is the best time of year to treat chinch bugs. Check the instructions on the treatment method or consult a pest control pro for timing recommendations. You want to wait for chinch bugs to have a chance at coming out of hibernation and move around, but not too long that they start doing damage. Aim for around mid to late spring for most chinch treatments.
Like many animals, gophers are bothered by strong scents. Peppermint oil, eucalyptus oil, and coffee grounds can be used as deterrents against these pests. Similarly, you can try planting lavender, rosemary, sage, geraniums, or pine trees, as these plants all have strong smells that can ward away gophers. While it may be less pleasant to work with, coyote urine scares gophers by tricking the pests into thinking your yard is a predator hot spot.
While there are plenty of DIY home remedies for pests, trapping and fumigation costs are worth the investment when dealing with a serious infestation that is hard to get rid of, like termites, bed bugs, or mice.
DIY traps and sprays might help eliminate a few ants or the occasional mouse, but they're no match for a full-blown infestation. Call an extermination pro to locate where pests hide, how to treat the issue at the source, and how to keep it from returning.
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