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Q: Can I smoke animals out of my attic?

• <div><p>Some stores sell smoke bombs to drive animals out of spaces, but we don&rsquo;t recommend you use them, especially in an attic. The smoke can be toxic to humans or pets that may accidentally inhale it. Meanwhile, critters can easily escape the smoke by temporarily leaving the attic, only to return via their usual entry points after the smoke clears.</p></div>

Q: Will fruit flies go away on their own?

• <div><p>Fruit flies are more common during warm-weather months and may go away on their own in late fall once temperatures drop. However, they can survive year-round indoors as long as there's food available, so you'll likely want to take a proactive approach to get rid of them and stop the spread of bacteria.</p></div>

Q: Can you permanently get rid of German cockroaches?

• <div><p>While difficult, it&rsquo;s possible to get rid of German cockroaches permanently. This type of roach removal takes long-term work, including sealing your home properly and fixing any moisture problems. It may also require new habits for cleaning and food storage. For worse infestations, a pest control professional can help you find ways to get rid of cockroaches for good.</p></div>

Q: Will rodents leave on their own?

• <div><p>Like a rent-controlled apartment in New York City, rodents know a good thing when they see it. If they've found a cozy nest inside your home, they will set up camp and stay there, leaving only to forage for food and water. As long as they have a warm place to sleep, raise their young, and continue access to water and food, they're going to stick around.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take and how many treatments are needed for an exterminator to get rid of roaches?

• <div><p>The time and number of treatments required for an exterminator to get rid of roaches depend on factors like the roach type, infestation severity, and extermination method. For small infestations, a single treatment may be sufficient, showing results within 1 to 3 days. However, most cases require several treatments and take about 2 to 8 weeks to resolve completely. Severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully eliminate.</p></div>

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Last update on June 30, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
We discovered there were flying squirrels in our attic. After calling a few places we finally found Tommy! And what a blessing that was for us. He came out right away and began talking care of the problem. He not only sealed the entry areas he also replaced our dryer vent with a “critter...
Cape Fear Wildlife Control LLC
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Reviewed in January 2026
They cleaned a house for me and did an excellent job!!
Mayes Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2025
Great work in removing shrubs, vines, and two trees. Highly recommend!
Carolina Landscaping and Tree Services LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
Great work cutting my grass , weed eating , and tearing some unwanted shrubs down ..all at a reasonable price. Highly recommend!!
Home Harmony Handyman LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
I recommend this company to anyone who needs to have junk and debris removed. They are very polite and friendly. I would certainly use them again.
I-Haul 4U
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Reviewed in September 2024
I have had a lot of work done to my house lately. The Sod Man is the first that did the job they said they would do and in the timely manner. Highly recommend them. The even guarantee their work.
The Sod Man
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Reviewed in August 2024
Brian has always responded quickly to any requests. Does a very good job mowing my lawn and is very reliable.
Brian Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2024
Can only say good about the work Gregg Conway did for me removing trees; leveling property and creating a driveway with Crush and Run. I am very pleased and have already recommended them for a significant tree removal. Amazing Work. Looking forward to future projects.
Conway Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2023
Very friendly and efficient and good housekeeping
Tye Locklear
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Reviewed in December 2021
Service provider was prompt, very helpful in teaching us how to replace filters and order more at affordable prices. We live in an old house and we have a very old well. Our water caused my tub to have an orange tint. All that is gone now and I can safely wash white clothes again! Itâ s...
Blue Moon Plumbing
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Davis Environmental

5.0(

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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+1 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Davis Environmental was professional and thorough in the handling of removing raccoon from my attic while performance preventive repairs post removal of critters. I would recommend him to all."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate98%

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+2 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1921

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a fantastic experience with Ehrlich Southeast. Their customer service was excellent, from scheduling the appointment to the completion of the service. Their technicians were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient, and they ensured my property was pest-free. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of pest control services."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Clegg's Termite and Pest Control, LLC

4.4(

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Bed Bugs+4 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pest control can be a difficult service to assess, except in cases of a known pest that is eliminated and where demonstrable proof of efficacy is shown. While the agent servicing our particular problem (moles) is cordial and knowledgeable, we will have to wait for a period to see if treatment was effective."

Response time2 days

58 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Q&A Home Inspections fully licensed, insured and certified to serve the great state of North Carolina. Veteran owned and operated we pride ourselves on our professionalism and attention to detail. We enjoy finding the story of the homes we inspect and we have a passion to help people living in them. Client satisfaction is our #1 priority. We offer a range of services including full home inspections, radon detection, electrical, plumbing, termite inspections and more. We also offer a 24hr turn around. Contact us to see how we can help with your next inspection today!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went great, and we hired them to perform additional maintenance for our chimney as well as others in our building. Everyone was very pleased with the service, warranty, and price.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Venom Property Solutions

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Hello! We are a family owned small business out of Oakboro,NC we specialize in things as small as replacing light fixtures and outlets all the way up to wiring your new addition/ garage, barn and all types of other electrical needs. We look forward to hearing from you soon! We will also help build a fence to keep your animals in and help with your next remodel job and small plumbing issues are add ons God bless!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"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."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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All Around Wildlife

New to Angi

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in pest control, inspection, squirrel/ bat removal, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Sandhills Wildlife Control

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Small Animals+1 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

40 years of exoerience

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Candor, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Please be advised that the government program for the 35% to 50% tax credit requires that the homeowner be employed in order to qualify. We provide free estimate on how to Go Green thru Solar Energy with 15 years of Installation experience.\nWe service NC & SC with service, warranty\nand customer satisfaction 6 days a week.\n

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Some stores sell smoke bombs to drive animals out of spaces, but we don’t recommend you use them, especially in an attic. The smoke can be toxic to humans or pets that may accidentally inhale it. Meanwhile, critters can easily escape the smoke by temporarily leaving the attic, only to return via their usual entry points after the smoke clears.

Fruit flies are more common during warm-weather months and may go away on their own in late fall once temperatures drop. However, they can survive year-round indoors as long as there's food available, so you'll likely want to take a proactive approach to get rid of them and stop the spread of bacteria.

While difficult, it’s possible to get rid of German cockroaches permanently. This type of roach removal takes long-term work, including sealing your home properly and fixing any moisture problems. It may also require new habits for cleaning and food storage. For worse infestations, a pest control professional can help you find ways to get rid of cockroaches for good.

Like a rent-controlled apartment in New York City, rodents know a good thing when they see it. If they've found a cozy nest inside your home, they will set up camp and stay there, leaving only to forage for food and water. As long as they have a warm place to sleep, raise their young, and continue access to water and food, they're going to stick around.

The time and number of treatments required for an exterminator to get rid of roaches depend on factors like the roach type, infestation severity, and extermination method. For small infestations, a single treatment may be sufficient, showing results within 1 to 3 days. However, most cases require several treatments and take about 2 to 8 weeks to resolve completely. Severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully eliminate.

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