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Avatar for 1st Response Pest Management
1st Response Pest Management
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Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and BatsMosquito Control+9 more

Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Warranties offered

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"Last year 1st Response did an application to my house to control ants. By November I had ants in my basement and by February they were in my kitchen. After I called a man showed up and, after seeing that I had a patio, said that patios are where ants live and no wonder I had an ant problem. He said that they have a spray that they use on patios but didn't use it last year. He said he'd make a note to apply it this year which had me wondering why they didn't use the spray in the first place knowing that my patio is where ants live. Go figure. He did put out a poison and we haven't seen any ants since. Thank goodness for the "guarantee.""
Response time2 hrs
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Terminix® Pest Control
4.3(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

When pests show up, so do we.\n\nFor nearly a century, Terminix® has been one of America's most trusted names in pest control. Every day, our exterminators serve thousands of homes and businesses nationwide, combining national service with local knowledge to provide best-in-class, proactive pest management solutions. We stop problems before they start and respond quickly if issues arise, keeping your property protected.\n\nAnd for extra peace of mind, if pests come back, so do we — guaranteed.\n\nThe Terminix It Guarantee means that if pests come back, so do we, to re-treat at no additional cost. No excuses, just a commitment to care for your home like it's our own with protection you can trust.

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NexGreen
4.4(
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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsMosquito Control

Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

NexGreen is an eco-friendly, full-service lawn care and pest control provider serving communities across Central Ohio and the greater Detroit, Michigan area. As a full-service lawn care company, NexGreen specializes in fertilization, weed control, aeration, tree and shrub care, and pest management, using bio-nutrient treatments that produce a green, healthy lawn with fewer nitrates and pesticides than traditional providers. The company's certified specialists build customized programs around each property's needs and local growing conditions, treating lawns on a consistent seasonal schedule. Beyond turf, NexGreen protects homes with perimeter pest control that targets ants, spiders, and other common insects, along with mosquito, flea and tick, and grub control. The result is a healthier lawn and a more comfortable yard you can enjoy throughout the season.

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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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WAGERS WILDLIFE REMOVAL LLC
5.0(
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Pest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Birds and Bats+3 more

Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in animal removal services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an inspection NOW. \n\nLICENSE# CN240055

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TruGreen
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Mosquito Control

Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

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Don't let mosquitoes ruin the time you spend with family and friends on your yard. Help protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous mosquito bites with this innovative service. Allow America's #1 lawn company to eradicate mosquitoes from your yard. Ask about our Mosquito-Free Guarantee!

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Roaches have a strong sense of smell and are repelled by a variety of potent aromas. Scents that can help deter them include citrus (such as lemon and orange), herbs like peppermint, mint, basil, thyme, and oregano, spices like bay leaves, cinnamon, clove, and garlic, as well as lavender, eucalyptus, citronella, tea tree oil, and vinegar.

You can use these scents in several ways to create an unwelcoming environment for roaches:

  • Plants: Place mint or lavender plants in your home or garden.

  • Powders and Leaves: Sprinkle garlic powder or place crushed bay leaves and citrus peels in high-risk areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and entry points.

  • Sprays: Create a diluted solution with scents like lemon or vinegar to spray in your home. These can also be used in cleaning products or as room fresheners.

  • Essential Oils: While essential oils of these scents can be used, be cautious as they can be toxic to pets if inhaled.

It is important to note that while these smells can help keep roaches away, they typically do not kill them and may not be enough to drive out an existing infestation entirely. For best results, combine these scent-based deterrents with regular cleaning. Be sure to clean up all food spills, crumbs, and dirty dishes promptly, and keep trash cans covered with a tight-fitting lid to remove potential food sources.

Experts have mixed opinions about spraying spiders. A recent study found that chestnut and peppermint oil have a repelling effect on some spider species, but were ineffective at repelling others. You should consult with an expert exterminator to find out what works best to repel the spiders living in and around your home.

Common house roaches, typically American cockroaches or Periplaneta americana, usually live for around one year. The male American cockroaches survive for about one year, although the females may live up to 700 days. That’s because the reproductive cycle alone can last around 600 days for this type of cockroach.

Both insects can damage wood, but there are key differences between termites and carpenter ants that tell them apart. Carpenter ants tunnel through moist wood, leaving behind smooth tunnels and sawdust-like piles, as they don't eat the wood but rather carve it for nesting. In contrast, termites actually consume wood, creating irregular galleries filled with mud and dirt, and leaving behind mud tubes as their signature. In terms of appearance, carpenter ants have segmented bodies with heart-shaped heads and larger front wings, while termites have more oval bodies with straight antennae and equal-sized wings.

It can be difficult to know what type of animal is in your attic until you see it. But several clues can help you narrow down the suspects:

  • Sounds: Smaller animals like rats and mice make scurrying and tapping/gnawing sounds. Larger animals like raccoons and opossums make louder clambering noises. Also, note when animals are noisy: Squirrels are active during the day, while rats are busiest at night.

  • Droppings: Rats and mice leave small, rice-shaped droppings (the rat’s version is significantly larger). Bigger droppings belong to larger critters like raccoons. As long as you’re not squeamish, an image search can help you identify what you’re seeing in your attic.

When in doubt, take photos of damage or other evidence and show them to an experienced pest control pro.

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