What are the differences between moles, voles, and shrews?

• <div><p>Moles live underground and feed on insects. They dig and move through tunnels, usually in meadows or forests but sometimes in lawns and gardens. They are about 6 inches long with large claws, tiny eyes, and hidden ears. </p><p>Shrews do not dig their own tunnels but will use other animals’ tunnels, and are about 3 to 4 inches long. They look similar to mice and feed on insects.</p><p>Voles are similar in size to moles but have large eyes and small but visible ears. Rather than eating insects, voles are herbivores that prefer seeds, grasses, and plant roots.</p></div>

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Q: What attracts fleas to humans?

• <div><p>Humans attract fleas with their body heat, the carbon dioxide (CO2) they exhale, body odors, and movement. Fleas love hiding in warm, dark places like hair and scalps, armpits, and groin areas. Fleas prefer to feed on pets and wildlife, but they do bite humans when other warm-blooded mammals aren&rsquo;t available. </p></div>

Q: How do you get rid of gnats in the bathroom?

• <div><p>Clean your drains with either a bleach solution or a mixture of apple cider vinegar, baking soda, and boiling water. Repeat the process several times in one week to ensure you've killed the whole nest.</p></div>

Q: What smell do rats hate?

• <div><p>You can find anti-rat sprays in most home department stores that may be worth a try. Spray them along fences and in areas where you don&rsquo;t want rats to go (like around decks) and they may think twice before approaching. For a natural version, you can try a mint spray, since rats generally dislike mint. But even the most effective sprays are unlikely to stop a hungry rat over time.</p></div>

Q: How do I kill fruit flies outdoors?

• <div><p>To kill fruit flies outdoors, you'll want to make a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/insects-bugging-your-plants-try-these-10-natural-insecticides.htm">homemade insecticide</a> or find a plant-safe, nontoxic product. Fill a garden sprayer with your chosen solution and apply it on your plants and around the base of your home's exterior. Take care to limit your exposure to insecticides, as they can irritate skin and eyes. Always rinse garden fruits and vegetables before eating them.</p></div>

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They did an amazing job that was professional and clean. I would recommend Mircon Company and will rehire them again.
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Reviewed in May 2024
Great job, the guys were very professional, easy to work with. Half the price of another estimate I got from an other pest control company.
Parker Pest Services
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Reviewed in May 2023
They kept me informed and updated their estimate when problems occured. They did a nice job.
Santa Fe Asphalt LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
This guys are awesome workers, they trimmed our tree. Which is very high n cleaned up after. I recommend them, and I will hired them again.
Daniels tree service landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2022
They always do a great job. They are very reliable and trustworthy.
Mean Clean Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2021
The owner â Arnoldâ manages his work crews and is actively involved in the work. They show up when scheduled and do what they say they will do. They are my go to landscapers!!
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Reviewed in July 2021
We had a very large 3 trunk tree that was endangering the house and seemed unhealthy. Wanted it cut but not all the way to the ground.Erics team of workers did a great job,gave us just what we wanted. Its now about 8ft tall enough th hang my bird feeders and plants from. No longer have to worry...
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Reviewed in July 2019
Martin, the owner, and his crew of 3 other men were very skilled, quick and did a great job at clean-up. I would and intend to hire them again. The tree they removed from my property was a globe willow that was 5 feet in diameter and they always had control, over giant limbs. Their complete...
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Reviewed in October 2015
Called thermal design and control as our heater had stopped working and set a time for them to come out. Arrival was right on schedule and the problem was solved... Replaced promptly and all works as normal. Pricing was very fair and they awesome at what they do. I highly recommend this HVAC...
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Reviewed in January 2014
The new furnace, central air conditioner, air filtration system and programmable comfort control were all new Trane products. <br /> I also received estimates from three of Derek Cunningham's competitors. <br /> Mr. Cunningham was chosen because of the thoroughness of his estimate, the high...
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"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

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Bed Bug Extermination using heat treatment. Servicing Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado. DIY Rentals also available. Heat Treatment method is a safer more thorough method to eliminate a bed bug infestation. Three hours at 122 degrees will eliminate all life stages of bed bugs. Heat treatment services start at $899 and service up to 1000 sqft. Do it yourself rental packages are also available starting as low as $99 for 48 hours. Contact us for a consultation and to schedule an inspection.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Moles live underground and feed on insects. They dig and move through tunnels, usually in meadows or forests but sometimes in lawns and gardens. They are about 6 inches long with large claws, tiny eyes, and hidden ears.

Shrews do not dig their own tunnels but will use other animals’ tunnels, and are about 3 to 4 inches long. They look similar to mice and feed on insects.

Voles are similar in size to moles but have large eyes and small but visible ears. Rather than eating insects, voles are herbivores that prefer seeds, grasses, and plant roots.

Humans attract fleas with their body heat, the carbon dioxide (CO2) they exhale, body odors, and movement. Fleas love hiding in warm, dark places like hair and scalps, armpits, and groin areas. Fleas prefer to feed on pets and wildlife, but they do bite humans when other warm-blooded mammals aren’t available.

Clean your drains with either a bleach solution or a mixture of apple cider vinegar, baking soda, and boiling water. Repeat the process several times in one week to ensure you've killed the whole nest.

You can find anti-rat sprays in most home department stores that may be worth a try. Spray them along fences and in areas where you don’t want rats to go (like around decks) and they may think twice before approaching. For a natural version, you can try a mint spray, since rats generally dislike mint. But even the most effective sprays are unlikely to stop a hungry rat over time.

To kill fruit flies outdoors, you'll want to make a homemade insecticide or find a plant-safe, nontoxic product. Fill a garden sprayer with your chosen solution and apply it on your plants and around the base of your home's exterior. Take care to limit your exposure to insecticides, as they can irritate skin and eyes. Always rinse garden fruits and vegetables before eating them.

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