Are cockroaches dangerous for pets?

• <div><p>Roaches won’t sting your pets and don’t have venom like spiders do , but they present other dangers. Cockroaches are notorious carriers of diseases like salmonella and parasites like tapeworms. Because they’re so dirty, their bites (otherwise harmless) can also get infected. You don’t want your pets chasing and trying to eat cockroaches, or sleeping near a roach infestation. </p></div>

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Q: Can fleas live in your bed?

• <div><p>You may find fleas in your bed if they followed you there on your pet or your clothing. While they will need you or an animal as a host, they can hide in bedding since it is warm and out of sight. If you spot signs of fleas or see live fleas in your bed, hire a flea control specialist immediately to eradicate the infestation and prevent it from spreading further.</p></div>

Q: What is the life expectancy of bed bugs?

• <div><p>Typically, bed bugs live for <b>four to six months</b>. However, they can live even longer in cool conditions without any food. Bed bugs breed frequently, giving rise to dozens of babies that can quickly infest your home, so it&rsquo;s best to keep a vigilant eye out if you suspect bed bugs may be around. </p></div>

Q: Are cockroaches dangerous for pets?

• <div><p>Roaches won&rsquo;t sting your pets and don&rsquo;t have venom like spiders do , but they present other dangers. Cockroaches are notorious carriers of diseases like salmonella and parasites like tapeworms. Because they&rsquo;re so dirty, their bites (otherwise harmless) can also get infected. You don&rsquo;t want your pets chasing and trying to eat cockroaches, or sleeping near a roach infestation. </p></div>

Q: What are common signs of flea infestations in the home?

• <div><p>Common signs of a flea infestation include pets scratching or grooming excessively, visible fleas on pets, and red spots or bites on the skin of both pets and people. You may also notice dark spots on your pet&rsquo;s fur, known as &ldquo;flea dirt,&rdquo; which is flea feces. Itching and irritation for both you and your pets are also strong indicators of an infestation.</p></div>

Q: Will fleas die off in the winter if I don’t want to pay for an exterminator?

• <div><p>Cold winter months won&rsquo;t always kill off fleas completely. Your home is typically warm enough for fleas to survive or, at least, for the eggs to lay dormant, ready to hatch when warmer weather arrives. Plus, waiting for the winter isn&rsquo;t a good idea. The infestation will continue to grow, and fleas carry pathogens that can harm humans and pets. </p></div>

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Travis did a great job from start to finish. He responded quickly to my inquiry and explained everything clearly. Did all the work on time. He and his team did everything as they promised. I would highly recommend there services.
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mike did a great job and job site was very well cleaned after
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Did a great job cutting down the trees and neatly piling up all the brush, would recommend.
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Kenny came quoted the job of staining the house and 4 car garage, was able to start and finish the job quickly and professionally. He did so great of a job that I had hired him to touch up some interior work as well. He good, quick and reliable. What more could you ask for.
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Good prompt service but spendy
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They cleaned heating/cooling air ducts&vents. The team did a very good and professional job. Andy is well versed in his profession. I highly recommend and would not hesitate to use their services again.
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My husband had chopped down a very large and overgrown lilac bush. It had a huge, thick, root system that was in the way of a fence we planned to put up. We talked to one contractor who came three days later and said he would charge $150.00. We then called Hoover tree service. <br /> <br />Ray...
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

You may find fleas in your bed if they followed you there on your pet or your clothing. While they will need you or an animal as a host, they can hide in bedding since it is warm and out of sight. If you spot signs of fleas or see live fleas in your bed, hire a flea control specialist immediately to eradicate the infestation and prevent it from spreading further.

Typically, bed bugs live for four to six months. However, they can live even longer in cool conditions without any food. Bed bugs breed frequently, giving rise to dozens of babies that can quickly infest your home, so it’s best to keep a vigilant eye out if you suspect bed bugs may be around.

Roaches won’t sting your pets and don’t have venom like spiders do , but they present other dangers. Cockroaches are notorious carriers of diseases like salmonella and parasites like tapeworms. Because they’re so dirty, their bites (otherwise harmless) can also get infected. You don’t want your pets chasing and trying to eat cockroaches, or sleeping near a roach infestation.

Common signs of a flea infestation include pets scratching or grooming excessively, visible fleas on pets, and red spots or bites on the skin of both pets and people. You may also notice dark spots on your pet’s fur, known as “flea dirt,” which is flea feces. Itching and irritation for both you and your pets are also strong indicators of an infestation.

Cold winter months won’t always kill off fleas completely. Your home is typically warm enough for fleas to survive or, at least, for the eggs to lay dormant, ready to hatch when warmer weather arrives. Plus, waiting for the winter isn’t a good idea. The infestation will continue to grow, and fleas carry pathogens that can harm humans and pets.

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