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Terminix
4.3(
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Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

When it comes to exterminator services from Eastern NC to Tidewater, VA, the pest control experts from Terminix® have been helping homeowners and businesses alike battle bugs and eliminate pests for over 80 years.\n\nWe are a franchise of Terminix® International, the world’s largest pest control company.\n\nWe are proud of the fact that our franchise has been managed by three generations of the same family. We have more than 600 employees dedicated to serving the pest control and related service needs of our customers.\n\nEvery day across the state and across the country, people rely on Terminix® as the pest control company that gets the job done on time, every time. Each exterminator we employ is a highly-skilled technician who is trained to not only eliminate bugs, but keep them from coming back.\n\nWe know the best ways to stop and prevent ants, termites, bed bugs, mosquitoes and other pests from damaging your biggest assets—your family, your home, or your business.

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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Ehrlich Southeast
4.3(
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Serving Gates, 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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Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Termite Swarmers
Black WIdow Sipder
Termite Tunnels
Response time2 days
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Terminix
4.0(
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Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

"Showed up right on time. They came to inspect the crawl space for humidity and termites, and to maintain a pest free space. I was very happy to know that the chemicals used were pet friendly. There was no pungent odor to the spraying etc. I am confident that the job was done. We are still working out the details to the termite maintenance. They will be back in 3 months for another go around. It was all very professional."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Fireplace Doctor
3.9(
1,190
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Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Our dryer vent is long and not accesssible for owner cleaning without very specialized equipment -- we needed a pro for the job.  This provider was prompt, courteous, explained what he was doing and offered tips for better maintenance.  I would certainly recommend this company to others.
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Gates, 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."
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.

Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.

Ticks love conditions where humidity is 90% or higher, so most ticks will die within a few hours to a few days in the average climate-controlled house. 

One of the most widespread chemicals used for killing termites is Fipronil. It’s one of the most common insecticides used by termite exterminators to kill termites fast. However, it’s toxic and generally used in outdoor areas only. Popular brand names of termite killers include Taurus, Bifen, Termidor, and BioAdvanced. All insecticides have pros and cons: Some are safer around humans but don’t last as long. Some may kill nearby plants or have power odors. Some are designed for safe indoor bait stations but take much longer to work.

Roaches may not be quite as common on the top floors of a home, but they can easily climb up there if they want to. Second stories are less likely to have food sources and somewhat less likely to have moisture issues, so most roaches are attracted to bottom levels first. However, humid attics and similar spots can help roaches thrive.

To determine if you have a rat or mouse infestation, look for several key differences. The most obvious is the size of the rodent: rats are significantly larger with thicker bodies, while mice are much smaller and more slender. You can also identify them by their droppings; rat droppings are larger and rounder, about the size of a raisin, while mouse droppings are smaller, like a grain of rice, and often have pointed ends. Other signs include the sounds they make, as rats produce louder scratching and gnawing noises due to their size. Behaviorally, rats tend to be more cautious, whereas mice are more curious and might be seen more often. Additionally, rat nests are typically larger than those of mice. If you are unable to see the pest or find clear evidence, a professional inspection can provide a definitive identification.

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