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Q: Why choose professional pest control over DIY solutions?

• <div><p>Pros offer targeted treatments that are more effective and long-lasting, using specialized equipment and knowledge.</p></div>

Q: How can I prevent flea infestations after treatment?

• <div><p>Preventatives include frequent washing of pet bedding, regular vacuuming, flea-preventative applications, and avoiding infested areas.</p></div>

Q: What time of day are rats most active?

• <div><p>Rats are the most active at night, from late evening through the early morning. These nocturnal creatures forage for food and explore their surroundings in the dark, when it's quieter and there's less human activity. You're less likely to see them during daylight hours, as they usually stay hidden in walls, attics, or other secluded areas. Spotting signs like droppings or gnaw marks is often the first indication of their presence, rather than seeing the rodents themselves. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to have a mouse or a rat in your house?

• <div><p>It may be better to have a mouse in your house than a rat. Rats are larger, more aggressive, and more difficult to eradicate once settled. One rat can cause more damage than one mouse. However, both animals pose a danger in that they can spread bacteria and contaminate food, so you&rsquo;ll want to contact an exterminator as soon as you detect an infestation of either animal.</p></div>

Q: Are there eco-friendly termite treatments?

• <div><p>It is very difficult to remove a colony entirely without using some kind of insecticide. However, some treatments are safer than others. Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic powder application that creates barriers that insects can&rsquo;t pass through. Some pest control companies offer liquid nitrogen treatments to freeze out termites without using pesticides. Some chemical treatments are safer to use around plants, water, and wildlife than others. Bait stations are generally less damaging to the environment than sprayed termiticides.</p></div>

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Last update on January 10, 2026

Reviewed in November 2024
Anders was very friendly, accommodating, and easy to get ahold of with any questions or concerns we had. Very happy with the outcome of our remodel project.
Quality Carpentry And Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2024
Luke and team did a great job.
Mode Pressure Washing, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2024
One day install, no mess, and it works and looks great.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in February 2024
Sonja and I could not be happier with the results and patience shown by the entire team at Green Home Solutions in Blaine, MN. We had many questions and concerns to ensure that everything was done to our expectations. Sonja met with Andrea to discuss our options and Micah stopped by for testing...
Green Home Solutions of the Twin Cities
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Reviewed in May 2023
They did it great job and it didn't take long.
Hunt's Tree & Debris, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Overall super efficient, end result was tidy and got the job done as needed and wanted. A plus side is not having to provide no equipment or cleaning products. If any allergies are to be known they will ask which is a plus so the rightful products are to be used in your home!
Reynas Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Tim was a great contact very responsive to my questions Until melting starts I cannot respond to effective resolution of my issue.
Renewed Exterior Systems
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Reviewed in October 2021
Brady’s concrete did an Amazing job!! He gave me a really descent price. He did exactly what I wanted and it looks perfect! Plus he had the job done in no time. I can’t wait to setup my vehicle lift on it. Thank you very much ?!
Brady's Concrete & Construction
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Reviewed in January 2021
He did an amazing job! Responds very quickly.
L & L Handyman and Cleaning Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2012
This was a fantastic experience! We caught 72 voles in about 4 months. Jim came out every week or two to check the traps, and he did a great job of keeping us posted. We recommend him without hesitation, and will use him again in a heartbeat if we ever have any other pest control needs.
HomeTeam Pest Defense
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TruGreen

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TruGreen

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

52 years of experience

Don't let mosquitoes ruin the time you spend with family and friends on your yard. Help protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous mosquito bites with this innovative service. Allow America's #1 lawn company to eradicate mosquitoes from your yard. Ask about our Mosquito-Free Guarantee!

"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

Cindy R on April 2024

"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

Cindy R on April 2024

Plunkett's Pest Control

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Plunkett's Pest Control

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

Xtreme Pest Solutions

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Xtreme Pest Solutions

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

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."

Shelly D on August 2020

american pest control

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american pest control

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Customers say: Super punctual

47 years of experience

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

Canine Discovery Service

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Canine Discovery Service

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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.

Mankato Asset Management

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Mankato Asset Management

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19 years of experience

Mankato Asset Management is your full service demo and material removal company in Southern Minnesota. We tear down barns, corn cribs, etc as well as removal of old wood, brush or other debris laying around the property. Free estimates!

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Pros offer targeted treatments that are more effective and long-lasting, using specialized equipment and knowledge.

Preventatives include frequent washing of pet bedding, regular vacuuming, flea-preventative applications, and avoiding infested areas.

Rats are the most active at night, from late evening through the early morning. These nocturnal creatures forage for food and explore their surroundings in the dark, when it's quieter and there's less human activity. You're less likely to see them during daylight hours, as they usually stay hidden in walls, attics, or other secluded areas. Spotting signs like droppings or gnaw marks is often the first indication of their presence, rather than seeing the rodents themselves.

It may be better to have a mouse in your house than a rat. Rats are larger, more aggressive, and more difficult to eradicate once settled. One rat can cause more damage than one mouse. However, both animals pose a danger in that they can spread bacteria and contaminate food, so you’ll want to contact an exterminator as soon as you detect an infestation of either animal.

It is very difficult to remove a colony entirely without using some kind of insecticide. However, some treatments are safer than others. Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic powder application that creates barriers that insects can’t pass through. Some pest control companies offer liquid nitrogen treatments to freeze out termites without using pesticides. Some chemical treatments are safer to use around plants, water, and wildlife than others. Bait stations are generally less damaging to the environment than sprayed termiticides.

The Madelia, MN homeowners’ guide to pest control services

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