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Critter Control
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"My service went very well. The woodpecker wasn't just causing constant noise with its obsession with a particular point of the exterior or my house, but damage as well and kept returning daily. I was surprised upon calling around that most animal pest services were so expensive, but Critter Control was fairly reasonable. 
My particular service man was also very polite, and checked for damage in many of the adjacent areas, and as I had just become injured, he provided a bit of extra help by tossing down some of the leaves clogging the gutters while he was up there. He provided excellent advice on ways we could help prevent future pest problems, and some tips on some wood rot he was seeing from the ladder which I managed to get fixed using another service provider I found on Angie's List. 
I would definitely recommend Critter Control for their services to others here, and have already recommended them to several of my neighbors.
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Ambition Pest and Wildlife Solutions
4.8(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"April 1, 2019. I called Ambition Pest and Wildlife Solutions,. I spoke to Bret. He was professional and prompt. I thought I had a squirrel in my attic. I called around 4pm. He arrived around 5:30pm. I felt he was knowledgeable. He did not find any evidence of a squirrel and He explained why. I will definitely keep his card and refer him to my family and friends. Thanks Bret."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Rock Pest Control – 0401
4.9(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Hired them to get rid of foxes that dung a hole under our back porch and lawn. It cost twice as much as expected, but was able to save us a little money."
Response time8 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by6%of homeowners
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Rock Pest Control - Lenexa
4.9(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was quick, professional and was able to remove the bird and nest from inside the outer wall of my home and close off the hole so the birds could not return."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by13%of homeowners
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Ardent Pest Control
4.9(
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Serving Raytown, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The last company I hired left us with a mice problem. However after about a month was brought under control. They mentioned a sure way to totally eliminate rodents but with my 100 year old home I couldn’t be convinced. They’ve done well so far."
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Response time8 hrs
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

While there are many sweet, ripe, or fermented items that attract fruit flies, the clear winner is apple cider vinegar. The liquid is sweet, potent, and fermented, making it the perfect bait for luring fruit flies into your trap.

If a small hive is far enough from your home and doesn’t seem to pose a threat to the health of anyone, then you can opt to leave it alone. They are still pollinators; if you have a garden, they’ll tackle some gardening work for you and produce helpful results without harming you.

Deer rely on scent to tell them what’s safe and unsafe, so effective deer repellents have to be pungent. Make your own natural repellent by combining a beaten egg, one tablespoon of cooking oil, one tablespoon of dish soap, and a half cup of milk. Pour it into a spray bottle and spray around your garden, avoiding anything you will want to eat later. This stinky repellent will ward off any deer that want to make your produce their next meal. But keep in mind that if your windows are nearby, the scent may waft over.

Nope, not typically, especially if a continuous food source is available. Rats will leave their nesting spots briefly to forage for food and water and then quickly return. The inherent danger of exposure keeps their departures short-lived. It's why resolving a minor infestation takes about three weeks, while a severe one can stretch to three months. Swift action is crucial to prevent rat populations from establishing a lasting presence.

This varies based on the circumstance. Chemical-based pest control baits and poisons are usually the most potent, but they are unsafe to use around children and pets, so they won’t be a fit for every household.

Safer alternatives, such as boric acid and food-grade diatomaceous earth, can work as well, though they should still stay out of reach. Aside from that, the best thing any DIY-er can do is make their place uninviting by sealing off entry points, eliminating clutter, and maintaining a clean home.

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