What should I look for when hiring a pest control company?

• <div><p>To find a quality professional and avoid pest control scams, do your homework before you hire. Read customer reviews or get a direct recommendation from a friend, neighbor, or family member. Once you’ve narrowed your list down, verify that the pro is licensed and insured. It’s always a good idea to get multiple quotes from vetted pros in order to find the best deal.</p></div>

What do squirrels hate the most?

• <div><p>Squirrels hate not having access to secure shelter or food sources. Your best line of defense is to make your property less attractive by removing access to these things. There are chemical squirrel repellents, but these have mixed success. According to <a href="https://extension.psu.edu/tree-squirrels">Pennsylvania State University</a>, you can apply products containing the bittering agent denatonium saccharide to a squirrel's favorite fence, tree, or roof spots. However, you need to reapply repellents regularly, which aren’t scientifically proven effective.</p></div>

What is a natural deterrent for geese?

• <div><p>Look for goose repellents that contain the ingredient methyl anthranilate. This is a natural chemical found in grape juice. In human food, it’s often used as grape flavoring. With geese, it’s highly irritating. Grape Kool-Aid contains methyl anthranilate, the active ingredient in most bird repellents. It won’t harm geese, but it will deter them. </p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2012
He was on time, worked quickly. The worker and the phone people were very nice. The $78.00 is a quarterly service price.
Redd Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2014
Jerry is the tech who came out to spray our house. He sprayed inside and outside as we have ants all over the place!! He is very punctual and does a great job. He is in and out quickly which is good because I always have to meet him on my lunch break. The chemicals used in his spray is not...
Lawn & Pest Solutions
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Reviewed in November 2013
WELL HE WALKS AROUND AND SPRAY FOR ALL BUGS AND SET UP MOUSE TRAPS HE WAS 9ON TIME AND DID WHAT HE SAID HE WOULD EVEN THOUGH WE SET UP MONTHLY VISITS THEY HAVE BEEN NO BUGS AND ALL AROUND THEY DID VERY GOOD JOB
LINDLEY PEST CONTROL INC
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Reviewed in June 2014
This is my second year to use them. They treated my house last year & came back to inspect this year. When my home was invaded by earthworms last year, they responded quickly and resolved my problems. They show up, do their job and send me a bill. That works great for me!
DIXIE TERMITE & PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in September 2016
Very impressive, great service and answered every question I had. Felt very comfortable with them coming in my house. I would highly recommend.
JAMES PRICE TERMITE PEST CNTRL
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Reviewed in March 2012
I have them come out for quarterly for treatment on my house. They do a good job. They are priced very competitively.
Terminix - Greenville -Termite & Pest Control
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Reviewed in March 2012
Their prices are very reasonable and it is worth it. The quality is great. I've used them for 7 years.
STATE TERMITE & PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in March 2012
They do a good job. They are very accommodating to your schedule. They are friendly and quick. I am satisfied with their service.
Northeast Exterminating LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are just regular and reliable. They have kept the initiative up, which I do appreciate. They contact me every year, but I haven't really had to test their services yet either. But I do get good paper work every year; what they inspected and what they see. They are definitely coming out and...
TERMINATOR PEST CONTROL INC
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When pests or termites move in, you want the ultimate weapon to take them out: Terminix, America’s leading provider of termite and pest control. It's no wonder more than 2.7 million customers trust us to protect their homes and families from the havoc that unwanted intruders can create. You can look to us for a wide range of services to protect your home top to bottom, inside and out: Insulation Service, Moisture Control Solutions, Rodent and Wildlife Service and more. We can even help you win the fight against the bite with our revolutionary Mosquito Service. Don’t trust your home to just anybody. Go big. Go strong. Go Terminix. Protector of home since 1927.

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Gulf Coast Offices: Harrison County:(228) 822-1212; Hancock County: (228) 466-9022; Jackson County: (228) 497-1230. Locally owned and operated. No subs used. Costs are hourly. No travel charges. Basic service charges apply, ask for details. May request appointment online.

"They did not have to dig a trench around my house. They used a machine to inject chemical into soil. The technician told me if I dug up shrubs (disturb the soil) to let them know, and they would retreat that section. Also when new pine straw was added let them know. I use this company for my Qtrly pest control also."

Linda H on August 2019

"They did not have to dig a trench around my house. They used a machine to inject chemical into soil. The technician told me if I dug up shrubs (disturb the soil) to let them know, and they would retreat that section. Also when new pine straw was added let them know. I use this company for my Qtrly pest control also."

Linda H on August 2019

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Squirrels hate anything that disturbs the peace in their nest. Loud noises, bright lights, and strong smells like cayenne pepper or mothballs will deter them from your attic. Spread these scents, add a strobe light, or use an ultrasonic repeller to keep squirrels from nesting in your attic.

To find a quality professional and avoid pest control scams, do your homework before you hire. Read customer reviews or get a direct recommendation from a friend, neighbor, or family member. Once you’ve narrowed your list down, verify that the pro is licensed and insured. It’s always a good idea to get multiple quotes from vetted pros in order to find the best deal.

Squirrels hate not having access to secure shelter or food sources. Your best line of defense is to make your property less attractive by removing access to these things. There are chemical squirrel repellents, but these have mixed success. According to Pennsylvania State University, you can apply products containing the bittering agent denatonium saccharide to a squirrel's favorite fence, tree, or roof spots. However, you need to reapply repellents regularly, which aren’t scientifically proven effective.

Look for goose repellents that contain the ingredient methyl anthranilate. This is a natural chemical found in grape juice. In human food, it’s often used as grape flavoring. With geese, it’s highly irritating. Grape Kool-Aid contains methyl anthranilate, the active ingredient in most bird repellents. It won’t harm geese, but it will deter them.

There are DIY methods and store-bought pesticides available for the public to use. However, these pesticides also come with a risk, and you need to follow the directions correctly and take precautionary measures to prevent exposure to these chemicals. These methods may be an option for small pest problems, but you should call in a pest control specialist for persistent pests and infestations.

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