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Q: Do possums carry diseases?

• <div><p>While possums don&rsquo;t typically carry rabies, they can have lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. According to the <a href="http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn74123.html">University of California&rsquo;s Pest Management Program</a>, possums can also carry diseases like leptospirosis, tuberculosis, toxoplasmosis, coccidiosis, and fevers. Possums are also the carriers of a parasite that can pass to horses and cats called <a href="https://ceh.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/health-topics/equine-protozoal-myeloencephalitis-epm">Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM)</a>.</p></div>

Q: Do pest-repellent plants repel all insects and animals?

• <div><p>No, pest-repellent plants can only reduce the number of pests in your garden&mdash;they won&rsquo;t repel all of them. So, for example, a plant like catnip that repels mosquitoes won&rsquo;t completely eradicate them from your yard.</p></div>

Q: When are raccoons most active?

• <div><p>Raccoons are primarily crepuscular and nocturnal, meaning they are most active at dawn, dusk, and throughout the night. While less common, they may come out during the day to find food, especially in warm months or during the spring birthing season (April and May) when caring for their young. Seasonally, raccoons are active year-round and do not truly hibernate. However, during periods of severe cold, they will often remain in their dens for extended periods.</p></div>

Q: How do I get rid of a groundhog under my shed or house?

• <div><p>First, contact your local wildlife services department. Then, you should be able to remove the groundhog by making the environment uncomfortable for them using scent, sound, and light, or set a live trap with natural bait that allows you to relocate the groundhog at least 20 miles from your home.</p></div>

Q: What animals eat brown recluse spiders?

• <div><p>The brown recluse has numerous predators in the wild (or close to your home). They are a valuable part of the ecosystem, too. Their predators often include birds, praying mantis, crickets, chickens, spider wasps, and more. However, the brown recluse spider is a master at hiding, making it much more difficult for predators to hunt them.</p></div>

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Worst experience I?ve ever had with home construction. If you choose to use Derrick, get absolutely everything in writing and do NOT share your credit card information. My initial payment was made in June 2025, but the job did not begin until September 2025, and the back steps were not...
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Reviewed in February 2025
I had a huge tree that was in a difficult area to remove due to surrounding structures. The job was completed very quickly and with great care. Area was all cleared when they were done. I would highly recommend Garret to anyone!!
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Reviewed in November 2023
I dont know about all of Remax but the one we worked with selling the home at 6940 farm road 1080 Purdy, MO was very unethical, unprofessional. He refused to work with our agent, failed to communicate thru the buyers and seller. Refused to help with the entire house and land being left...
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Reviewed in July 2022
Professional, thorough, trees felled with care, then cut-up exactly as requested. All work done swiftly with attention to detail â no damage to surrounding trees, rock walls, animal feeders. Highly recommended.
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Reviewed in August 2012
The team from The Painting Company painted our new house for us in July. They gave us a written estimate for about $1600 plus the cost of paint (Originally about 1800 but they have a special discount for Angie's List users). They painted our wood trim white, painted our doors, and the walls in...
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Network Pest Control, LLC

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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I was hearing some noise in my attic at night and I didn’t totally know what was in there. Network Pest Control came out and inspected and found that it was squirrels in my attic. They put a one-way door on the main entry point of my house and got the squirrels out and sealed up all the holes and sanitize my attic. I have peace of mind now that nothing‘s gonna get back in. Highly recommend!"

Response time9 hrs

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Recommended by72%of homeowners

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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Warranties offered

"Did a greta job with inspecting the house."

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Pest Control - Birds and Bats

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Owner was straight forward and thorough in their explanation of what work was going to be completed. Work was completed effectively and efficiently. I would recommend their services for my friends and family."

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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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Warranties offered

"Terminix provides excellent pest extermination and mosquito control services. They investigate and give comprehensive treatment services. I highly recommend their services."

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Homefront Pest Protection

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Pest Control - Rodents

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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"Once you are with them, you are part of their family. You'll get 100% support from them and they will stand behind their work."

Response time6 hrs

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Balash Livestock Land and Crop Protection, LLC

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Small Animals - For Business

Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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We're a family owned and operated, 3rd generation business with 45 years of industry experience. We are a full service company that values serving people, property, and peace of mind. \nAsk about our wholesale fumigation options as well as our senior and military discounts! Call for a free estimate today!\nWe Treat You Like Family!

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Presto-X (St. Louis)

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Serving Wheaton, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1932

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Since 1932, Presto-X (formerly Anderson Pest Solutions) has been providing expert pest control services guided by the enduring principles of providing world class service to our customers and taking care of our colleagues. Presto-X covers your home or business with expert knowledge, professionally licensed and trained technicians, and exemplary service designed specifically for you.

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Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

While possums don’t typically carry rabies, they can have lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. According to the University of California’s Pest Management Program, possums can also carry diseases like leptospirosis, tuberculosis, toxoplasmosis, coccidiosis, and fevers. Possums are also the carriers of a parasite that can pass to horses and cats called Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM).

No, pest-repellent plants can only reduce the number of pests in your garden—they won’t repel all of them. So, for example, a plant like catnip that repels mosquitoes won’t completely eradicate them from your yard.

Raccoons are primarily crepuscular and nocturnal, meaning they are most active at dawn, dusk, and throughout the night. While less common, they may come out during the day to find food, especially in warm months or during the spring birthing season (April and May) when caring for their young. Seasonally, raccoons are active year-round and do not truly hibernate. However, during periods of severe cold, they will often remain in their dens for extended periods.

First, contact your local wildlife services department. Then, you should be able to remove the groundhog by making the environment uncomfortable for them using scent, sound, and light, or set a live trap with natural bait that allows you to relocate the groundhog at least 20 miles from your home.

The brown recluse has numerous predators in the wild (or close to your home). They are a valuable part of the ecosystem, too. Their predators often include birds, praying mantis, crickets, chickens, spider wasps, and more. However, the brown recluse spider is a master at hiding, making it much more difficult for predators to hunt them.

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