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: 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 you get rid of cockroaches without fumigating?

• <div><p>When looking for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-organic-roach-killer-options-are-available.htm">natural roach repellent</a> options, citrus, bay leaves, cucumber, garlic, and catnip may all help to keep cockroaches away. When an infestation requires a bigger intervention, boric acid, baking soda, diatomaceous earth (DE), and soap mixed with water are all considered natural and nontoxic roach treatments.</p></div>

Q: Can you spray bug spray in air vents?

• <div><p>You should not spray pesticides of any kind into your air vents. The spray won&rsquo;t reach far into the vent, minimizing its effectiveness in killing roaches, but more importantly, it&rsquo;s dangerous for people and pets to inhale these chemicals. Roach spray is not a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-organic-roach-killer-options-are-available.htm">natural roach repellent</a>, and it&rsquo;s not safe to spray into air vents.</p></div>

Q: Where do spiders lay eggs?

• <div><p>Spiders love dark, quiet, and protected places, especially when it comes to laying their eggs. Egg sacs are hidden in small webs that you may find in rarely-used wall corners and ceilings. Spiders are somewhat more likely to lay egg sacs against a house or inside a home to preserve them from the elements. These egg sacs are very durable and can hatch in anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.</p></div>

Q: Why hire a professional for rodent control?

• <div><p>Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.</p></div>

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Last update on April 25, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
In an are where responsive, professional, and reliable service like this is hard to come by, it was awesome to be responded to by Erick so quickly. He even was on his way to another job yesterday and wanted to stop by right then and give me an estimate and explain services. When he informed me...
Heritage Yard Care
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Reviewed in July 2025
My certified inspector MatthewCote out of the Belgrade, MT office found i have a natural spring comming up in my crawlspace. I knew I had water streaming all over crawlspace and my husband believed it was due to watering lawn of the hill our house sits on. Matt was great to work with, he was...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in June 2025
Excellent customer service and work ethic. He repaired my gutters after a wind storm and was a pleasure to work with. They’re back up and working great!
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Reviewed in September 2024
Great workmanship for cutting and cleaning up Lawn...ONLY one problem....getting a bill....I called last week and so I can pay them for their services BUT still have not received bill...I like to keep current and NOT have a huge bill...so more than a one time billing would be nice..Otherwise ...
Green Acres Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Dan cleared several acres of low growing shrubs. Removed small trees and trimmed the rest up to 12 feet. In a couple days Dan turned my property into a park. He's solid and I highly recommend him.
Montana Brush And Tree Control
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Reviewed in March 2024
Great customer service. Very knowledgeable We are 100% satisfied with the tree cutting he did. Very trustworthy. Thank you
Fox Forestry LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
They did a great job. Highly recommend this company,
Van Kirk Creations & Home Improvement
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Reviewed in October 2022
Courteous, worked efficiently, had all the right tools and even offered to take some other branches with him. Mindful of protecting surrounding spaces when cutting down my damaged tree. Cleaned up thoroughly.
M&K Landworks
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Reviewed in March 2022
PJ's team did a good job trimming back the shrubs and neaten up their shape. They also cleared away all the cuttings. I'm pleased with their work and would have them back again.
PJ's Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2021
Travis called me on a Sunday after he saw I had seen his company. He has been great. Assessed a large mouse problem and came 2 days later and did the work. He is due back today to see how things are going . He explained everything listened to my comments and fixed the problem. I would...
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Pest Patrol Montana, LLC

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Serving Victor, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"They responded quickly to take care of the problem. I would call them again for pest problems."

Response time8 hrs

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Recommended by95%of homeowners

Pest Control - RodentsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+9 more

Serving Victor, MT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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"Shield Pest Defense’s cleanliness, professionalism, and punctuality is above any business I have dealt with in Missoula, Montana. The one word I would use to describe the business is simply amazing. If you’re unsure about this type of service, Shield is a great place to start."

Response time6 hrs

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HoldFast Enviro Pest Solutions, LLC

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+8 more

Serving Victor, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"Hello! We are an environmentally friendly Pest and Wildlife Control Company located in Missoula Montana. We service Missoula, Lake, Ravalli, Flathead, Granite, Lewis and Clark counties! Green Pest Control is a passion for us! We have even gone as far as creating our unique natural products. Our proprietary formula can control spiders, insects and even repel mice! We love our Wildlife too! If you have an animal in your home we will safely relocate the problem animal or install a one-way door, so the animal can leave the structure but NOT get back in! We also perform aesthetic structural repairs, install repellents, offer trapping services and many other services. Please give us a call with any questions! Thank you considering us!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

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Serving Victor, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

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.

When looking for natural roach repellent options, citrus, bay leaves, cucumber, garlic, and catnip may all help to keep cockroaches away. When an infestation requires a bigger intervention, boric acid, baking soda, diatomaceous earth (DE), and soap mixed with water are all considered natural and nontoxic roach treatments.

You should not spray pesticides of any kind into your air vents. The spray won’t reach far into the vent, minimizing its effectiveness in killing roaches, but more importantly, it’s dangerous for people and pets to inhale these chemicals. Roach spray is not a natural roach repellent, and it’s not safe to spray into air vents.

Spiders love dark, quiet, and protected places, especially when it comes to laying their eggs. Egg sacs are hidden in small webs that you may find in rarely-used wall corners and ceilings. Spiders are somewhat more likely to lay egg sacs against a house or inside a home to preserve them from the elements. These egg sacs are very durable and can hatch in anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.

Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.

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