Should I worry about bats in my yard?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn’t have to worry about bats in your yard as long as they don’t make their way inside your house. Typically, bats hang around backyards in order to consume bugs, especially if they’re located in the U.S. Bats that are native to North America can consume more than 500 bugs per hour, so they may actually benefit your yard if mosquitoes are prevalent. </p></div>

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>

What to spray to keep spiders away?

• <div><p>Experts have mixed opinions about spraying spiders. <a href="https://entomologytoday.org/2018/01/22/do-chestnut-lemon-or-peppermint-scents-repel-spiders/#:~:text=Results%20were%20mixed,the%20three%20species.">A recent study</a> 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.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2021
I needed my remote control system for the fireplace to be fixed. The technican showed up on time, was friendly and profesional. I was told that the remote control system cannot be fixed and that a new one wiykd be around $2,000. Suggested that I connect the gas line directly to the pilot...
Eco Grizzly
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Reviewed in December 2015
Besides seeing red squirrels in the yard, I started hearing them in the attic. After finding out that they can start a fire by chewing on electrical wiring, I panicked and called Able Pest Control in the yellow pages, which had a local number and claims to be "Locally Owned and Operated", which...
Able Pest Control
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Reviewed in October 2015
Unfortunately, the job did not go well from the beginning. At first all was well, but the timeline began to slip quickly. Permits were not even pulled for several months, and the garage was not started until January 2015. The attic, which should have only been a couple of weeks, dragged on...
Nash Construction
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Reviewed in October 2015
A pleasant employee showed up on schedule. She seemed to be able to respond only to questions about which plants do well in sunshine and which do well in shade. She offered little but terse responses to direct questions. Concerning chipmunk control and how they might be affecting the terrace...
Scott's Landscaping
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Reviewed in February 2013
They did not remove the previous shingles. In places where they did put wood behind the facia, it was set in so far that we couldn't have gutters put on the right way. In one place there is no wood behind the facia. So we were having bats coming in through that portion of the roof. We had a pest...
Peachey's Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2012
The onslaught is likely to disappear eventually, depending upon the natural circumstances. I am better equipped to deal with small-scale invasions of millipedes. I would certainly use Ehrlich again for pest control issues.
Ehrlich Pest Control
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Reviewed in May 2012
He had done some other repair work for someone else and once we discovered he did repair as well as pest control treatment we just used him. We actually had used him for a number of years. I guess we met him through another contractor. We've been really pleased with his service. He was...
Hunterdon Pest Control
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Reviewed in May 2011
From the first time that we have contracted Miller Electric to perform electrical work, the work has been done properly and the experiences have been positive. Our first job with Miller Electric was to install two 200 amp services and rewire a complete remodel of a duplex building in State...
Miller Electric Ltd Of PA
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Reviewed in June 2010
I needed to move from Houston, TX to central PA and had a gap between the move-out date of my old apartment and the move-in date of my new house. A Better Tripp arrived to my apartment early with 3 movers who moved my stuff from the 3rd floor with no elevator. Everything was packed correctly and...
A Better Tripp Moving & Storage
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Enviro Management Group, LLC

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Enviro Management based in Centre Hall, PA, offers preventative and on-demand pest control services and Insulation installation. Our unique business has a number of programs available that are designed to help homeowners, business owners, industrial clients and the agricultural sector with pest problems and Energy issues. All of the technicians employed at Enviro Management are licensed with the Pennsylvania Department of Agricultural. Safety of a building's occupants and the sensitivity of the environment are always our top priorities when sending technicians out on the job. If you want more information on the pest and Insulation services Enviro Management can provide, give our friendly staff a call today at 814-359-2600

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We are a Local owner/operator small business, professional pest control exterminator. Safe and effective pest control solutions. Licensed with the Pennsyvania Department of Agriculture.

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American Home Guard is America’s top rated home warranty provider. They service home buyers and sellers across the nation.They offer home warranty service plans for single family homes, multiple units, condos, and even mobile and manufactured homes. They are proud to offer their referral and realtor programs as well as enticing rates to multiple property owners.

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AAA Enviro Pest Management is a division of JAM, LLC (formed by Judith A. Meyers and her son Tim Meyers) and has been in operation since 2010. Tim Meyers has had a commercial applicator’s license for over 20 years and possesses a vast wealth of chemical and technical knowledge that has truly created a niche for the company in the pest control industry. We currently serve clients throughout Central and Eastern Pennsylvania, Northern Maryland, and West Virginia.

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We are a green friendly company, specializing in bee extractions and wildlife removal. A small inspection fee is charged on the inital visit to verfiy your wildlife needs as well as to validate suspected problems and give solutions to those problems.

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Our Company is a locally owned and operated company providing quality pest control services to Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio. There is no one interior or exterior pest control program that fits all homes or all homeowners. At Spectrum Pest Control Inc., we believe that a pest control company must be flexible enough to fit the owners’ lifestyle, as well as protect their individual properties.

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chimney cleaning, chimney inspections,S.S. liners, minor masonry repairs, chimney caps, wood stove installations, pellet stove installations, stove repairs, anything else that pertains to chimneys or venting. PA HIC# PA073400 Accepts cash or check Sub-contracting available Free estimates Warranties Fully Insured

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Foxes hate strong scents and sudden disturbances. They dislike the smell of ammonia, vinegar, garlic, chili peppers, and predator urine, which can make an area less appealing. Motion-activated lights and sprinklers also unsettle them, as foxes prefer to avoid sudden movements and bright lights. Additionally, they are wary of loud noises and unexpected sounds.

No, you shouldn’t have to worry about bats in your yard as long as they don’t make their way inside your house. Typically, bats hang around backyards in order to consume bugs, especially if they’re located in the U.S. Bats that are native to North America can consume more than 500 bugs per hour, so they may actually benefit your yard if mosquitoes are prevalent.

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.

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.

The easiest way to tell what kind of wasp you have is to identify its size, markings, color, and the type of nest it builds. These factors can help differentiate one type of wasp from another, since there are hundreds of thousands of different species. If you need help identifying the wasp type, consult a local pest control professional.

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