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The first step is to close the pool and have any swimmers get out. Second, put on gloves and remove the animal with a pool net or bucket. Place the animal inside two garbage bags and dispose of it in an outdoor trash can. Afterward, disinfect the pool net or bucket you used and wash your hands. If you feel the animal is too difficult to remove on your own, contact local wildlife control or pest control to see if they will dispose of it. Animal removal costs generally range from $50 to $250 per hour.

Carpeting lasts between 10 and 15 years in most cases, but keep an eye out for common signs that it's time to replace it. Persistent smells despite deep cleaning, faded color, worn-down carpet padding, and general wear and tear are signs that it's time to tear it up. If you are experiencing allergy issues indoors, this could also be a sign that new flooring is the key to a fresher home.

When it comes to disposing of mattresses, metal, and untreated wood items, these are typically recyclable. In comparison, things like treated wood, chipboard or particleboard, and some types of sofa foam padding aren’t. Older items of furniture also often contain chemicals that are a health hazard. However, it might be possible to break the furniture down and recycle some, if not all, of the pieces. Contact your government trash management division or a local, authorized recycling center for more advice.

Even if you’re a wildlife lover, there are times when fox removal costs are justified. These include if the foxes are hassling or killing small pets or poultry or if you suspect they could have rabies. However, taking measures to exclude the foxes rather than removing them is often a more effective and humane long-term strategy.