Are carpenter ants or termites more destructive?

• <div><p>Termites are generally more destructive than carpenter ants, which is why it’s important to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-pest-control-termites.htm">get rid of termites</a> as quickly as possible. Termites will swarm your home to relentlessly feast on its wood frame, sheetrock, insulation, and carpet down to the studs.</p><p>While carpenter ants work surprisingly efficiently, they can still take years to damage your home significantly. It can also take termites several years to fully compromise a home's structure. However, the right colony can take down a full house in about a year. Overall, termites are far more diligent when it comes to destroying structures.</p></div>

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Q: Do mothballs keep iguanas away?

• <div><p>Some suggest mothballs as a deterrent for iguanas, but they are ineffective and harmful. Mothballs contain chemicals like naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which are toxic to humans and animals, including iguanas. The fumes can cause respiratory problems, skin irritation, and other health issues. Moreover, using mothballs outdoors is not recommended, as they contaminate soil and water sources.</p></div>

Q: How many times do you have to exterminate to get rid of roaches?

• <div><p>The number of treatments will depend on the level of infestation. With small infestations, a single treatment may be all you need, but larger or severe infestations will require several treatments. For large infestations, it can take two to eight weeks to rid the roaches completely and up to six months for severe cases. </p></div>

Q: Should I let wolf spiders live in my house?

• <div><p>Allowing wolf spiders to reside in your home can have benefits, as they serve as natural exterminators, preying on insects and pests that could become problematic. Their presence can help keep your residence relatively free of nuisance insects such as flies, ants, and cockroaches, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. Wolf spiders are generally not hostile towards humans, and their bites, although painful, usually don't result in a significant medical concern. If you can coexist peacefully with these spiders and recognize their role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem within your household, they can contribute to a healthier and pest-reduced environment.</p></div>

Q: What attracts rats?

• <div><p>Like any other animal, rats are attracted to food sources, water, and shelter. Clean up food messes right away, don&rsquo;t leave pet food out, and secure your garbage to make your home less appealing. Fix leaky pipes and dripping faucets, and declutter spaces that rats might think to nest in.</p></div>

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Plunkett's Pest Control

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Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

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"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

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XYZ EXTERMINATING

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XYZ EXTERMINATING

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XYZ Exterminating is locally owed and operated. We specialize in Bed Bugs, Termites. Cockroaches. Fleas. Ticks. Bees. Ants. Mice, Spiders and wild life.. Insects and rodents are more then just a pest thy can be a threat to your property and potentially your health. We care about your family and your home. Signs of a termite infestation are difficult to spot, and many termites even tunnel hundreds of feet to reach a home or feeding site. XYZ Exterminating has equipment that detects these unwanted insects but treats with a 100% guantree that you will not have a problem in the future. Extensive training in all areas of pest and termite control. State License, Certified and Insuranced, VA, FHA and HUD approved. Call now 308-384-8564!! Let them know you saw XYZ Exterminating on Angie's List and your first service is 20% off!! We except checks, paypal and money.

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We are a locally owned pest control business serving central Nebraska. We are fully licensed and insured and your satisfaction is our #1 concern. Our team of professionals are available to handle your pest problems in a professional manner, while ridding your home and/or business of pesky bugs. We offer a wide variety of service packages, senior discounts and referral discounts. We also have a 24 hour emergency pest removal service and are llicensed with the State of Nebraska for nuisance pest removal as well. You may visit our website anytime for our pricing information or feel free to contact us by phone to schedule an appointment.

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Pep Co Inc services Kearney and the surrounding areas in Pest Management services. Covering both residential homes and commercial business accounts. They are state certified and University trained in their fields. Take care of pests like: *Insects *Rodents *Termites Call today for an appointment!

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We are your local pest control and termite inspection experts in Grand Island NE. Since 1974, Romar Pest Control has had the privilege to provide home and business owners in Grand Island, Nebraska with exceptional pest control and industry leading termite services. We have built our dependable reputation by providing all of our customers with affordable, effective pest control and customer focused services. We are a locally owned and operated company with over 65 years of combined pest management experience and all of our technicians are licensed professionals who specialize in residential and commercial pest control, rodent control and termite control services.

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Since 1974, Romar Pest Control has had the privilege to provide home and business owners in Central Nebraska with exceptional pest control and industry leading termite services. We have built our dependable reputation by providing all of our customers with affordable, effective pest control and customer focused services. We are a locally owned and operated company with over 65 years of combined pest management experience and all of our technicians are licensed professionals who specialize in residential and commercial pest control, rodent control and termite control services.

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Some suggest mothballs as a deterrent for iguanas, but they are ineffective and harmful. Mothballs contain chemicals like naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which are toxic to humans and animals, including iguanas. The fumes can cause respiratory problems, skin irritation, and other health issues. Moreover, using mothballs outdoors is not recommended, as they contaminate soil and water sources.

The number of treatments will depend on the level of infestation. With small infestations, a single treatment may be all you need, but larger or severe infestations will require several treatments. For large infestations, it can take two to eight weeks to rid the roaches completely and up to six months for severe cases.

Allowing wolf spiders to reside in your home can have benefits, as they serve as natural exterminators, preying on insects and pests that could become problematic. Their presence can help keep your residence relatively free of nuisance insects such as flies, ants, and cockroaches, reducing the need for chemical pesticides. Wolf spiders are generally not hostile towards humans, and their bites, although painful, usually don't result in a significant medical concern. If you can coexist peacefully with these spiders and recognize their role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem within your household, they can contribute to a healthier and pest-reduced environment.

Termites are generally more destructive than carpenter ants, which is why it’s important to get rid of termites as quickly as possible. Termites will swarm your home to relentlessly feast on its wood frame, sheetrock, insulation, and carpet down to the studs.

While carpenter ants work surprisingly efficiently, they can still take years to damage your home significantly. It can also take termites several years to fully compromise a home's structure. However, the right colony can take down a full house in about a year. Overall, termites are far more diligent when it comes to destroying structures.

Like any other animal, rats are attracted to food sources, water, and shelter. Clean up food messes right away, don’t leave pet food out, and secure your garbage to make your home less appealing. Fix leaky pipes and dripping faucets, and declutter spaces that rats might think to nest in.

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