What are signs of a flea infestation?

• <div><p>The most common signs of a flea infestation include itching and irritation in your pets or you, as well as dark spots on your pet’s fur, often called “flea dirt,” which refers to flea feces. The presence of flea bites on you or your pet is also a sign of a possible infestation. </p></div>

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Q: How long will fleas live on a couch?

• <div><p>Adult fleas can live a few days to a couple of weeks on your couch if they don't have a host to feed on. However, flea eggs, larvae, and pupae can live much longer, even several months, with the right conditions. That is why it&rsquo;s vital to eradicate them from your couch and other upholstered furniture. </p></div>

Q: Will you see bed bugs after heat treatment?

• <div><p>You should not see live bed bugs after heat or fumigation treatments, but you may see dead bugs. For chemical treatments, it can take several days for bed bugs to die. However, you may see live bed bugs if they are hiding in areas to avoid insecticides or if they are resilient to the type of treatment used. </p></div>

Q: Can cockroaches damage appliances?

• <div><p>While cockroaches can contaminate appliances and their contents, they won't cause damage. Cockroaches can spread bacteria like E. coli and salmonella, making it important to keep them out of places where food is stored, such as a refrigerator. When it comes to electronics, however, cockroaches could potentially damage internal electrical components. As the pests navigate inside a TV or console, they may touch high-voltage components that could short out your product. This damage could lead to costly repairs or require replacements.</p></div>

Q: Does one snake mean more?

• <div><p>No, one snake does not always mean more. While snakes do often congregate in dens to breed, for most of the year, they are primarily solitary creatures that do not travel in groups. A single snake may make its way near your home in search of food, warmth, or shelter.</p></div>

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Wildlife Damage Control

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Wildlife Damage Control

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

14 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated, with decades of Animal Control Experience. We are a full service company that values serving people, property, and peace of mind. We honor your request with regards to the ultimate relocation of your problem animal. As per New York law we cannot remove and relocate cats or dogs. Requests regarding wild animals only please. We treat you like family!

"satisfied on all fronts: service, professionalism, timing,"

bill p on September 2023

"satisfied on all fronts: service, professionalism, timing,"

bill p on September 2023

Comfort Pest Control

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Comfort Pest Control

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Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

Serving the area since 1994. We offer complete pest control to residential homes and businesses. A NPMA trained staff offers all your pest control needs in a prompt and courteous fashion. A 10% senior discount is also available as part of our service .

Healthy Homes

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Healthy Homes

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Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

Healthy Homes specializes in Indoor Air Quality - Mold Treatments, Radon Mitigation, VOC Treatments and Corrective/Preventative Measures. Mold Treatments includes the use of a all-natural botanical solutions, a og application of DE-Mold, the all-natural, botanical biologic based solution that consumes mold/bacteria/viruses. Preventative coatings may be applied. RADON Mitigation systems installed professionally and guaranteed. Restoration services provide corrective/preventative measures and include: BASEMENTS, Dehumidifier Installation, Sump Pump/Pit Installation, Floor Drainage/Floor Cut, Foundation Fan Installation, Waterproofing/Coating Application, Demolition ATTICS: Ridge Vent Installation, Soffit Installation/Reconstruction, Exhaust Fan Installation, Roof Cap Installation, Coating Application, Insulation Replacement, Roof/Flashing Repairs

"After Healthy Homes did such a great job on my rental apartment, decided to see if they could help me with the cigarette smell in my car. Was sold a small handheld fog machine and some Un-Odor product. Fogged the entire interior of my vehicle, sprayed the product on all surfaces. After washing the windows with Windex and wiping everything down with a dry towel, the car was free from odor and looked and smelled clean and fresh! Fantastic Products!!!"

Travis M on September 2021

"After Healthy Homes did such a great job on my rental apartment, decided to see if they could help me with the cigarette smell in my car. Was sold a small handheld fog machine and some Un-Odor product. Fogged the entire interior of my vehicle, sprayed the product on all surfaces. After washing the windows with Windex and wiping everything down with a dry towel, the car was free from odor and looked and smelled clean and fresh! Fantastic Products!!!"

Travis M on September 2021

Koch Spraying Service Inc

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Koch Spraying Service Inc

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

On demand and specialized pest control including Honey Bee extractions. Invoicing at time of service. We do not accept credit cards; cash or check only.

"They were prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and did great work. My wasps and the nest are gone at the quoted price. Would hire this company again in a heart beat."

Kei R on September 2018

On demand and specialized pest control including Honey Bee extractions. Invoicing at time of service. We do not accept credit cards; cash or check only.

"They were prompt, professional, knowledgeable, and did great work. My wasps and the nest are gone at the quoted price. Would hire this company again in a heart beat."

Kei R on September 2018

Buzzing Best Farms

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Buzzing Best Farms

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10 years of experience

Beekeeper upstate New York. Bee removal another insects also sell bee supplies and raw honey

"I can’t say enough good things about Buzzing Best Farms. They responded to immediately to a call for help when I discovered a yellow jacket nest in the wall after they began to enter the room. They humanely and safely removed the live wasps and were only satisfied once they learned that every wasp was gone both inside and out. I would recommend them in a heartbeat. "

Marilyn M on October 2025

Beekeeper upstate New York. Bee removal another insects also sell bee supplies and raw honey

"I can’t say enough good things about Buzzing Best Farms. They responded to immediately to a call for help when I discovered a yellow jacket nest in the wall after they began to enter the room. They humanely and safely removed the live wasps and were only satisfied once they learned that every wasp was gone both inside and out. I would recommend them in a heartbeat. "

Marilyn M on October 2025

Bat Removal

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

This is a family run business we are self employed.We are D.E.C. LICENSED and carry liability insurance.My wife runs the office she can give you a site unseen ball park on the phone. I quote and work the jobs with one of our sons.I also have backup men that can work if one of my sons can not.We except cash or check,we have 30 plus years of experience.I guarantee most of our residential homes up to TEN years in writing.

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48 years of experience

Cluster Fly Treatments, Perimeter Pest Control and Exterior Services. Also Lawn Care Programs providing 4 Step Applications for Weeds & Fertilizer. Grub Control. Turf Maintenance Program.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Adult fleas can live a few days to a couple of weeks on your couch if they don't have a host to feed on. However, flea eggs, larvae, and pupae can live much longer, even several months, with the right conditions. That is why it’s vital to eradicate them from your couch and other upholstered furniture.

You should not see live bed bugs after heat or fumigation treatments, but you may see dead bugs. For chemical treatments, it can take several days for bed bugs to die. However, you may see live bed bugs if they are hiding in areas to avoid insecticides or if they are resilient to the type of treatment used.

The most common signs of a flea infestation include itching and irritation in your pets or you, as well as dark spots on your pet’s fur, often called “flea dirt,” which refers to flea feces. The presence of flea bites on you or your pet is also a sign of a possible infestation.

While cockroaches can contaminate appliances and their contents, they won't cause damage. Cockroaches can spread bacteria like E. coli and salmonella, making it important to keep them out of places where food is stored, such as a refrigerator. When it comes to electronics, however, cockroaches could potentially damage internal electrical components. As the pests navigate inside a TV or console, they may touch high-voltage components that could short out your product. This damage could lead to costly repairs or require replacements.

No, one snake does not always mean more. While snakes do often congregate in dens to breed, for most of the year, they are primarily solitary creatures that do not travel in groups. A single snake may make its way near your home in search of food, warmth, or shelter.

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