Why not use poison for rodents?

• <div><p>Poison will kill small rodents and can seem like the quick and easy way to get rid of them. But—in addition to its inhumane nature—poison has some drawbacks. First of all, if you have small children or pets in the home, setting out poison isn't the best idea, as your pets or children could ingest it. </p><p>Poisoned mice and rodents don't die instantly. Instead, it can take several days for the poison to work its way through their system. In the meantime, there's a chance that a predator, such as a cat, fox, or other mammal, will eat the poisoned rodent and become poisoned themselves.</p></div>

Which is more aggressive, a wasp or bee?

• <div><p>Wasps tend to be more aggressive and defensive than bees. Both will sting to defend themselves or their colony or nest. But many bees have barbed stingers, which means they can’t pull them out of the skin after stinging, allowing them to sting only once. When provoked, wasps can sting multiple times, making them a more menacing pest. </p></div>

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Very fast response. Excellent work on removing trees. From initial contact to job completed, less than one week! Cleaned up ALL debris from the felling of trees. Professional and courteous. We are hiring them again for dirt work/landscaping our back yard. We highly recommend SFC terrain works!
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Reviewed in January 2025
I highly recommend this exceptional business, whose knowledgeable and professional staff consistently demonstrate a genuine interest in helping their clients. They are punctual, courteous, and willing to address any questions or concerns. Their commitment to safely using their products and...
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Reviewed in October 2022
I first googled handyman in Marcell a few years ago and Handyman Pete appeared. I called and he answered personally and came over that day to introduce himself. From that day forward he has become a friend who we completely trust entering our cabin to do any project I throw at him. We work...
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Reviewed in May 2021
I am thankful to Usa Family Moving and their sales rep for a superb performance while moving us to our new apartment. First of all they asked for the least amount and then served us the best. Movers came at my place at 8 am sharp. They knew about the type of the move and accomplished the task...
USA FAMILY MOVING OF ATLANTA , LLC
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Reviewed in February 2012
They are the only people I have used for the last 20 years. I had called them for fixing my dishwasher, but they could not fix that. They cost me an average of $80. I continue to use them because they are good people. When I was working in a company, they were the plumbers in that company. They...
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Reviewed in September 2006
I called Rick, whose phone number must be tied into a mobile. He was able to diagnose my problem over the phone. Luckily, he was 10 minutes away and was able to squeeze me in between appointments. He had the parts in his truck. Once the bad control box was off the softener, he pointed out a...
Taplin Soft Water
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Reviewed in July 2006
I was given a reminder call the day before. Tech arrived a bit early for appointment. Set straight to work, made repair/diagnosis quickly. Explained problem and offered solutions. Since we're digging up the side yard next year for another project, I opted not to replace entire control panel...
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Greenix Pest Control

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Greenix Pest Control

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14 years of experience

At Greenix Pest Control, we know that effective pest control is a process, not a one-time fix.

"I got scammed , I explain the job to the salesman in detail he said no problem we have ways to get it it done we have ways when he sent a teck out who knew nothing about the job ,and said this happens all the time no communication between sales and the technician technician Long story short they have my money and absolutely nothing was done I still have the bee's in my basement and house thanks for NOTHING!!! NEVER AGAIN ANGI !!"

Mike G on November 2025

At Greenix Pest Control, we know that effective pest control is a process, not a one-time fix.

"I got scammed , I explain the job to the salesman in detail he said no problem we have ways to get it it done we have ways when he sent a teck out who knew nothing about the job ,and said this happens all the time no communication between sales and the technician technician Long story short they have my money and absolutely nothing was done I still have the bee's in my basement and house thanks for NOTHING!!! NEVER AGAIN ANGI !!"

Mike G on November 2025

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Bed bug inspection services with a certified scent detection K9 at your home or business. A K9 inspection can give you a high certainty that you have or have not introduced bed bugs. With our Associate Certified Entomologist and industry leader in bed bugs, CDS can assist you with possible treatment options if we are to discover bed bugs. We will also give you Peace-of-Mind when our K9 does not alert to bed bugs or our handler does not find visual evidence of bed bugs.

Xtreme Pest Solutions offers the highest quality of service at the most affordable rate. Guaranteed!!! All of our technicians have years of experience and will have a solution to your pest issue. Our technicians are willing to go that extra mile and take the extra time to make sure our customers our happy. Customer Satisfaction is guaranteed!!!

"Great ! They do very good work."

Shelly D on August 2020

"Great ! They do very good work."

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AllState Bat Control is a one man company. I do my own work. We offer a warrenty for our work so a person has peace of mind that we back it, and we will come back to make sure you are satisfied. We accept check or credit cards.

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The Bed Bug Guys is your pesticide-free solution to all your bed bug problems. We are your "HEAT TREATMENT EXPERTS" offering the longest and best warranty in the Industry, a 120 day warranty to be bed bug free! Locally owned & operated. Call today for super-fast service.

"He came at the right time very focused on setting up the equipment. Then heat treated the house. The sprays you get at the Hardware store etc do not work this did."

DAVID H on November 2020

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2 full time employees both over 30 years experience, southern minnesota, normal initial service 150 to 200 dollars except bats and squirrels

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Since 1932, Presto-X Pest Control has been providing homeowners and business owners with customer service excellence and trusted pest control solutions.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Start by searching online and asking friends and family. Some exterminators are more well-versed in moth removal than others, so peruse their website ahead of time, searching for mentions of moths.

While on their website, look for any relevant licenses, certifications, and memberships to professional organizations. Also, look for liability insurance, as accidents happen when dealing with pesticides. Search for red flags by reading customer reviews online. Finally, give them a call to discuss the job.

Poison will kill small rodents and can seem like the quick and easy way to get rid of them. But—in addition to its inhumane nature—poison has some drawbacks. First of all, if you have small children or pets in the home, setting out poison isn't the best idea, as your pets or children could ingest it.

Poisoned mice and rodents don't die instantly. Instead, it can take several days for the poison to work its way through their system. In the meantime, there's a chance that a predator, such as a cat, fox, or other mammal, will eat the poisoned rodent and become poisoned themselves.

Spiders love dark, quiet, and protected places, especially when it comes to laying their eggs. Egg sacs are hidden in small webs that you may find in rarely-used wall corners and ceilings. Spiders are somewhat more likely to lay egg sacs against a house or inside a home to preserve them from the elements. These egg sacs are very durable and can hatch in anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.

Wasps tend to be more aggressive and defensive than bees. Both will sting to defend themselves or their colony or nest. But many bees have barbed stingers, which means they can’t pull them out of the skin after stinging, allowing them to sting only once. When provoked, wasps can sting multiple times, making them a more menacing pest.

No, wasps only attack when they feel threatened. A sting may seem unprovoked to us, but we likely got too close to a nest. Threatened wasps do, however, send out a strong pheromone that instantly attracts any other wasps in the area.

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