How do I prevent rats and mice from getting into the attic?

• <div><p>Preventing rats and mice from getting into the attic can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Here are a few steps you can take to keep them looking elsewhere for a new place to call home:</p><ul><li><p>Block or cover any potential access holes</p></li><li><p>Keep piles or stacks of firewood or other materials away from the house</p></li><li><p>Seal food and garbage in containers to prevent rodents from chewing through or getting in</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Will silverfish crawl on me in my sleep?

• <div><p>Silverfish can crawl on you in your sleep. They enjoy consuming dandruff and will crawl on your scalp for nourishment. They can also find their way to your hairbrushes and anywhere you’ve shed dandruff. It’s important to keep pillowcases, sheets and brushes clean to avoid making your bed hospitable for unwanted guests.</p></div>

Do misters keep mosquitoes away?

• <div><p>Yes, water misters can temporarily keep mosquitoes and other flying insects away, as these will wet their wings and make them unable to fly. However, as soon as the water stops misting, the insects will return, so it’s not a permanent or long-term solution. It’s also worth noting that it will only deter mosquitos in the direct path of the mist; any humans looking to avoid the insects will have to get wet.</p></div>

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Q: What decoys scare rabbits away?

• <div><p>Scarecrows and lifelike animal decoys, such as snakes, owls, coyotes, foxes, and hawks, can initially deter rabbits. However, these tactics might lose effectiveness if rabbits learn they are harmless. Having your dog or cat roam and mark the yard with their scent can also prove beneficial. Keep in mind tactics like these work best when combined with other methods.</p></div>

Q: Why do scorpions enter homes?

• <div><p>Scorpions may be native to desert climates, but they are nocturnal and like to find shelter in dark, cool places during the day. Your home has many ideal spots to conceal themselves in. Beyond that, they can get all the food they need from the other insects or spiders hiding in the walls of your home, and your air conditioning vents likely have condensation to provide them with cool water to drink. </p></div>

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Last update on January 10, 2025

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Dave Pearson, Matt, & Jacy were prompt, friendly, respectful to us and our home, professional, and worked hard all day. They hauled out trash & muck from the crawlspace, leveled it, did mold abatement, installed two new sump pumps, dug new drainage inside and outside, insulated the foundation...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in October 2024
Mo & Joseph did a wonderful job painting our home. It was not an easy job with 2 story tall walls & slanted vaulted ceilings. They did quality work, with a great attitude, in a timely manner. They also felled several big trees for us to open up the lake view. Joseph is extremely skilled...
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Reviewed in June 2024
Very timely and a job well done
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Reviewed in February 2024
Dion was very personable and informative. He did a good job. We are very happy with his work on our carpets. Dion gave us a small sample of cleaning our tile. We have booked with him to come back and clean the tile, and feel we were quoted a fair price. Thanks Dion.
Over And Beyond
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Reviewed in October 2022
Alex, Eric and Chris did a great job incapsulating our crawl space. No mess was left. Outstanding job!
Groundworks
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Reviewed in July 2021
What an amazing Kyle and his crew have done for me and my family! Talk about prompt and honest workers they made me feel at ease Kyle was always on top of things and I really never had to ask a question he payed everything out like the professional that he is! Feel comfortable with straight...
Straight Edge Concrete and Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Everything went great no issues
Zietlow Stump Grinding Services, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Wonderful work, communication. They did MORE than we asked for a lower cost than estimated.
Landmark Painting Services
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Reviewed in December 2020
A great job, cleaned up well.
Kustomized Kurbing of SWFL, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2020
Very well project turned out beautiful and was done in timely manner as promised. Will definitely hire for my future and current remodeling needs. Very happy with project!
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Great Lakes Exterminating, LLC

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Serving Engadine, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

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"Randy did a great job pointed out where the miceð were getting in. Also he found some other pest problems that Great Lakes will be fixing"

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Serving Engadine, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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"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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"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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Who we are... We are Property Services 911, LLC dba Property Services of Michigan, South Florida SealCoat LLC, Potholes911, RoofSeal911, SealCoat911 and RoofCleaning911. Proudly serving Mid Michigan and South Florida since 2007. We offer a variety of property maintenance services for your consideration: Seal Coating Driveways, Parking Lots, Parking Lot Striping, New Asphalt, Asphalt Repairs, Potholes, Mobile Home Repairs, Exterior Home Soft washing, Exterior Pressure Cleaning, Clean & Seal Pavers, Roof Cleaning, (Mobile Home, Residential, Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings) Roof Sealing, Roof Coatings, Roof White Seal, Liquid Roof, Rubber Roof, Exterior Property Maintenance, Snow Plowing, Lawn Care and Handyman Services. There is a difference... When it comes to property maintenance in Michigan, no one is as dedicated to excellence as Property Services of Michigan. We pride ourselves on producing superior results using long lasting, commercial grade products that will provide protection, maintain and improve the appearance of your property. We strive everyday to build an outstanding reputation, job by job, with a deep personal commitment to provide you our customer with quality workmanship professional grade materials and extraordinary customer service.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Preventing rats and mice from getting into the attic can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Here are a few steps you can take to keep them looking elsewhere for a new place to call home:

Block or cover any potential access holes
Keep piles or stacks of firewood or other materials away from the house
Seal food and garbage in containers to prevent rodents from chewing through or getting in

Silverfish can crawl on you in your sleep. They enjoy consuming dandruff and will crawl on your scalp for nourishment. They can also find their way to your hairbrushes and anywhere you’ve shed dandruff. It’s important to keep pillowcases, sheets and brushes clean to avoid making your bed hospitable for unwanted guests.

Scarecrows and lifelike animal decoys, such as snakes, owls, coyotes, foxes, and hawks, can initially deter rabbits. However, these tactics might lose effectiveness if rabbits learn they are harmless. Having your dog or cat roam and mark the yard with their scent can also prove beneficial. Keep in mind tactics like these work best when combined with other methods.

Scorpions may be native to desert climates, but they are nocturnal and like to find shelter in dark, cool places during the day. Your home has many ideal spots to conceal themselves in. Beyond that, they can get all the food they need from the other insects or spiders hiding in the walls of your home, and your air conditioning vents likely have condensation to provide them with cool water to drink.

Yes, water misters can temporarily keep mosquitoes and other flying insects away, as these will wet their wings and make them unable to fly. However, as soon as the water stops misting, the insects will return, so it’s not a permanent or long-term solution. It’s also worth noting that it will only deter mosquitos in the direct path of the mist; any humans looking to avoid the insects will have to get wet.

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