Where are roof rats typically found?

• <div><p>Roof rats get their name because they’re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home’s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.</p></div>

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Q: Which animals build nests in attics?

• <div><p>Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home&rsquo;s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:</p><ul><li><p>Raccoons</p></li><li><p>Bats</p></li><li><p>Squirrels</p></li><li><p>Mice</p></li><li><p>Rats</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Do mothballs keep bats away?

• <div><p>No, mothballs do not keep bats away. Not only are mothballs completely ineffective when repelling or removing bats, but using them could be illegal, depending on where you live. Remember, bats are federally protected, and it's illegal to use chemicals during the removal process, and mothballs tend to fall into this category.</p></div>

Q: Where are roof rats typically found?

• <div><p>Roof rats get their name because they&rsquo;re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home&rsquo;s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.</p></div>

Q: How do I get rid of scorpions?

• <div><p>Once you&rsquo;ve found your scorpion problem, there are plenty of ways to take action against those unwanted pests. The first things you should do are seal any cracks in your home, reinforce your screen doors, and clear up your brush and yard waste. If the problem persists, identify the hot zone areas where scorpions are most likely to go, then apply a sticky trap, spray with scorpion chemical spray, or use diatomaceous earth. </p></div>

Q: Are professional treatments safer for families and pets?

• <div><p>Our experts prioritize safe, family-friendly treatments, minimizing risks while managing pests effectively.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2025
She does great work! She is reliable and communicates well. I highly recommend her.
Weezer's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2024
They arrived at the time they scheduled and did excellent work on assembling my products!
Ferrell Concepts
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Reviewed in August 2024
Installed a water main on my property, all the way into the house. Excellent and professional. Completed the job in no time! Would hire again for other jobs!
DTR Farms LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Tony is very experienced and has the equipment to get the job done safely and quickly. He and his crew did exactly what he said they would do. They removed 5 large trees including grinding stumps and cleaned up all the mess. Very nice and professional people. We have used other tree services in...
Advanced Tree, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Very reliable, good communication through out the entire process. I have used them many times and will continue to use them.
The Roofing Company
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Reviewed in May 2022
They did a great job on the driveway and were very reasonably priced.
Joeye Newell Asphalt
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Reviewed in July 2021
Oustanding service, very professional. They were able to finish our floors in one day. I'll recommend without a doubt.
NB Services
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Reviewed in May 2021
They have done a fantastic job! Would highly recommend this company!
Cape Eco Lawn Care
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Reviewed in June 2019
They are the best pest control company that I have worked with so far. They are very professional, prompt, and courteous. They keep you updated with every treatment.
Paske Pest Control & Wildlife Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2013
My appointment was for 8am. At 7:35am, the tech was knkocking at my door, saying he was going to do the outside first, then the inside. Seemed nice, polite, professional. He started up a (LOUD) compressor on his truck, which Iand quot;m sure my neighbors really appreciated, before 8am, and...
Advanced Pest Control Systems
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Sassafras Hives specialize in honey bee removal from structures. We Locate the hive using thermal imaging when possible and determine the best route for removal. We then carefully gather the Honey Bees, honey comb, and brood doing our best to keep repairs to a minimum. After removal, we bring them to our apiary for re-homing.

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Elite Pest Control is Southeast Missouri's premier pest control service. We offer residential and commercial pest control services, which includes the elimination of all standard household pests as well as ants, cockroaches, rodents, termites, bedbugs, fleas, tickets, mosquitos and brown recluse spiders. We are dedicated to providing the best pest control solutions at an affordable price. Our team uses the most advanced and eco-friendly treatment techniques and formulas available to deliver the gold standard of pest control. Our priority is your safety, the safety of your family and pets, and the protection of the environment. With us, you can rest assured that our services are not only effective, but also convenient, hassle-free, and, best of all, affordable.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home’s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:

Raccoons
Bats
Squirrels
Mice
Rats

No, mothballs do not keep bats away. Not only are mothballs completely ineffective when repelling or removing bats, but using them could be illegal, depending on where you live. Remember, bats are federally protected, and it's illegal to use chemicals during the removal process, and mothballs tend to fall into this category.

Roof rats get their name because they’re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home’s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.

Once you’ve found your scorpion problem, there are plenty of ways to take action against those unwanted pests. The first things you should do are seal any cracks in your home, reinforce your screen doors, and clear up your brush and yard waste. If the problem persists, identify the hot zone areas where scorpions are most likely to go, then apply a sticky trap, spray with scorpion chemical spray, or use diatomaceous earth.

Our experts prioritize safe, family-friendly treatments, minimizing risks while managing pests effectively.

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