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Q: Why are there suddenly bugs in my house?

• <div><p>Having bugs in our houses is quite normal. However, if you notice a sudden uptick in quantity, there's often a reason behind it. Seasonal weather changes, particularly warm to cool, drive bugs indoors as they look for comfort. Structural damage to your home can open up new ways for them to get in, and a new water leak somewhere in the house can invite them to get comfortable.</p></div>

Q: What happens if you seal bees in a wall?

• <div><p>If you seal bees in a wall and don&rsquo;t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they&rsquo;ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That&rsquo;s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.</p></div>

Q: Can silverfish infest my bed?

• <div><p>Silverfish can infest a bed, but it&rsquo;s not likely unless you have a major infestation. Silverfish may be attracted to the fabric of the bed and the dark corners of the mattress, so you should check your bed thoroughly if you are seeing silverfish throughout the house. Seeing them in bed is a bad sign, because it means they are eating your cotton or silk sheets while they&rsquo;re there.</p></div>

Q: How do I prevent animals from building a nest in my house?

• <div><p>Once the animals and their young are out of the house, remove the nest and locate any entry points. Some may be difficult to find because some animals can fit through very small holes. Once you&rsquo;ve located as many entry points as possible, use materials such as metal or masonry to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-keep-critters-away-your-home.htm">block off the entry</a>. Ideally, you should choose materials that most animals cannot chew through. Create a one-way door or flap to allow animals to leave but not return. Additional methods include using repellants designed to make an area unappealing to the types of animals that find your home so inviting. </p></div>

Q: What smells keep coyotes away?

• <div><p>Scent deterrents like ammonia, vinegar, mothballs, and pepper can help keep coyotes away, but these are best used in tandem with other preventative measures. Remember that ammonia and vinegar can kill your plants and/or grass, so it&rsquo;s best to soak rags in these substances or spray them on hardscaped areas to avoid damaging your landscape.</p></div>

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Last update on January 17, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
They cleaned a house for me and did an excellent job!!
Mayes Cleaning
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Reviewed in July 2025
They do a great job and are always on time. Nothing to worry about with them, they know exactly what to do!!
Earl and Pearl General Maintenance, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2025
He is indeed a hard worker he has been doing my yard for quite sometime I had hired him about 3 months ago and he has been a great help throughout my yard he cleaned up all the leaves in my yard and gave my yard a clean refreshing look thank you Luke’s lawn care for keeping my place clean and...
Lukes Lawn Service
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Reviewed in March 2025
Don was extremely helpful. He had great solutions to our problems, was priced competitively, and followed through on all aspects of the job. He was onsite whenever he promised and kept us informed of his progress. Very dependable, hard working and great quality craftsmanship. Highly recommend...
Ashley Construction
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Reviewed in April 2023
Had a pine tree leading towards my house Caleb and his crew did a very efficient and safe job of taking it down I would recommend Caleb to anyone who is needing any tree work done.
C&S Land Management LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Jacob tore down 2 old porches from my house and hauled them off and cleaned up some other projects around my yard. He showed up promptly when he said he would and took the job very seriously and professionally. Very Polite and hardworking.
Tuckers junk removal and lawncare
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Reviewed in September 2022
They really care about their work and products. They are very efficient.
Chriscoe Lawn Care & Landscaping
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Reviewed in August 2022
This company makes sure the customers are satisfied..good work.
Hill Excavating
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Reviewed in April 2022
Everything went well with our project. Brandon did a great job safely removing a large dead tree and a branch from another tree that was hanging low over the house. They showed up on time, completed the job quickly and cleaned up everything up well.
A&B Lawn & Tree
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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

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Serving Star, 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 rate93%

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Clegg's Termite and Pest Control, LLC

4.4(

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Serving Star, 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."

Response time2 days

65 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by90%of homeowners

Serving Star, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"Professional, punctual and thorough. I highly recommend Guthrie Control Solutions."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Star, 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

Serving Star, 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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Venom Property Solutions

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Serving Star, NC and surrounding areas

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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!

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Star, NC 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."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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All Around Wildlife

New to Angi

Serving Star, 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

New to Angi

Serving Star, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

40 years of exoerience

Serving Star, 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

Having bugs in our houses is quite normal. However, if you notice a sudden uptick in quantity, there's often a reason behind it. Seasonal weather changes, particularly warm to cool, drive bugs indoors as they look for comfort. Structural damage to your home can open up new ways for them to get in, and a new water leak somewhere in the house can invite them to get comfortable.

If you seal bees in a wall and don’t leave them any way to escape, they may make one of their own. Otherwise, they’ll die inside the wall, and that creates many additional problems. It takes a long time, and the bees will start rotting, which can make your home smell miserable. All the dead bees and any honeycombs they may have created will also attract a number of bugs or other pests to your home. That’s why we suggest removing the bees entirely, and not trying to seal them away.

Silverfish can infest a bed, but it’s not likely unless you have a major infestation. Silverfish may be attracted to the fabric of the bed and the dark corners of the mattress, so you should check your bed thoroughly if you are seeing silverfish throughout the house. Seeing them in bed is a bad sign, because it means they are eating your cotton or silk sheets while they’re there.

Once the animals and their young are out of the house, remove the nest and locate any entry points. Some may be difficult to find because some animals can fit through very small holes. Once you’ve located as many entry points as possible, use materials such as metal or masonry to block off the entry. Ideally, you should choose materials that most animals cannot chew through. Create a one-way door or flap to allow animals to leave but not return. Additional methods include using repellants designed to make an area unappealing to the types of animals that find your home so inviting.

Scent deterrents like ammonia, vinegar, mothballs, and pepper can help keep coyotes away, but these are best used in tandem with other preventative measures. Remember that ammonia and vinegar can kill your plants and/or grass, so it’s best to soak rags in these substances or spray them on hardscaped areas to avoid damaging your landscape.

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