Does vinegar keep animals away?

• <div><p>Vinegar can keep some animals at bay, like deer, rabbits, foxes, and raccoons. Keep in mind that your household pets, like cats and dogs, also don’t like the smell of vinegar. You can soak rags in white vinegar and put them up around your garden beds to keep the pesky critters from eating your plants.</p></div>

Are bees in a wall dangerous?

• <div><p>Some species of bees (not to mention hornets) are aggressive and dangerous to have in your walls. If they swarm in anger or defense, they could badly hurt people in your home. Other species of bees are largely harmless and many people live in close proximity to them.</p><p>Either way, bees making hives in your walls usually causes damage. It can contribute to moisture problems, and attract other pests. Those problems get even worse if honeycombs build up. So we strongly suggest you find a way to keep bees from taking up permanent residence.</p></div>

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Q: Does killing a wasp really attract more of them?

• <div><p>Scientists have found that the chemical traces a dying wasp releases can agitate nearby wasps and make them more aggressive. It may not necessarily attract wasps, but it will make wasps in the area more likely to investigate and feel threatened, which leads to more stings. As a result, it&rsquo;s not a good idea to swat or crush a wasp anywhere near their nest. Once you have found a nest, hire a wasp exterminator. </p></div>

Q: Do home warranties cover pest control?

• <div><p>Home warranties are like home insurance policies when it comes to pest control&mdash;they do not cover pest control services or pest-related damage. However, some companies may offer limited add-ons with dollar caps or the exclusion of a specific pest. Consult your home insurance provider to determine their guidelines for pest coverage.</p></div>

Q: Is there a scent that repels woodpeckers?

• <div><p>Strong scents like peppermint, rosemary, lavender, citronella, and others can repel woodpeckers&mdash;as pungent smells can overpower their senses. For that reason, you might consider making a homemade spray with one or a combination of these scents to spritz around areas of your home where woodpeckers frequent.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2024
Good work and highly professional, highly recommended!
Hamilton's Services, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Phenomenal work. Griffin was great at communicating, flexible in scheduling, and more importantly - our road looks awesome!
The Earthworks Group LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Ryan is extremely knowledgeable in all facets of construction. I highly recommend his services for any home improvement project.
Henry Contracting
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Reviewed in October 2022
Nyc is one tough town. Finding people who know what they are doing and are good communicators and are rock-hard reliable are rare. And add to that the attribution of honesty coming in below estimates and it's a rare breed. HVAC is notoriously hard to obtain good honest reliable and skilled help...
Divergent HVAC Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
They did very nicely. It was done quickly and done one day.
SEAMLESS GUTTER & SUPPLY CO
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Reviewed in July 2021
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JCM Mold Solutions, LLC
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TruGreen

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51 years of experience

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"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

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"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

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TruGreen is the nation's largest provider of lawn and landscape services. We make it easy for you by delivering customized care solutions that are effective, innovative and responsible. TruGreen® provides a full suite of tailored lawn and landscape services. From fertilization and aeration to tree & shrub services and much more, TruGreen delivers superior results backed by our Healthy Lawn Guarantee.®1 We also offer effective solutions to help control and prevent lawn damaging insects, like chinch bugs and grubs. Our passion for lawns sets us apart, and we’ll help you achieve a lawn you love. Contact us today to start your tailored lawn plan.

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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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Wildlife inside the home can be stressful. Get started with a no cost no obligation estimate and reclaim your space by contacting Peace & Quiet Pest Control.

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Crazy Eddies Animal Control

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Crazy Eddies Animal Control provides pest control services in Taberg NY ares since 2006. Our services include:Rat Control, Rodent Control, Raccoon Control, Bat Control, Wild Animal Control, Mice Control. Do not hesitate to call us 24/7!

A small family owned Integrated Pest Management Service with over 40 years of experience. We are New York State Woman Owned Registered Business and have New York State Pesticide Certification in 5 Categories

Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Vinegar can keep some animals at bay, like deer, rabbits, foxes, and raccoons. Keep in mind that your household pets, like cats and dogs, also don’t like the smell of vinegar. You can soak rags in white vinegar and put them up around your garden beds to keep the pesky critters from eating your plants.

Scientists have found that the chemical traces a dying wasp releases can agitate nearby wasps and make them more aggressive. It may not necessarily attract wasps, but it will make wasps in the area more likely to investigate and feel threatened, which leads to more stings. As a result, it’s not a good idea to swat or crush a wasp anywhere near their nest. Once you have found a nest, hire a wasp exterminator.

Home warranties are like home insurance policies when it comes to pest control—they do not cover pest control services or pest-related damage. However, some companies may offer limited add-ons with dollar caps or the exclusion of a specific pest. Consult your home insurance provider to determine their guidelines for pest coverage.

Some species of bees (not to mention hornets) are aggressive and dangerous to have in your walls. If they swarm in anger or defense, they could badly hurt people in your home. Other species of bees are largely harmless and many people live in close proximity to them.

Either way, bees making hives in your walls usually causes damage. It can contribute to moisture problems, and attract other pests. Those problems get even worse if honeycombs build up. So we strongly suggest you find a way to keep bees from taking up permanent residence.

Strong scents like peppermint, rosemary, lavender, citronella, and others can repel woodpeckers—as pungent smells can overpower their senses. For that reason, you might consider making a homemade spray with one or a combination of these scents to spritz around areas of your home where woodpeckers frequent.

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