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Q: How long does it take and how many treatments are needed for an exterminator to get rid of roaches?

• <div><p>The time and number of treatments required for an exterminator to get rid of roaches depend on factors like the roach type, infestation severity, and extermination method. For small infestations, a single treatment may be sufficient, showing results within 1 to 3 days. However, most cases require several treatments and take about 2 to 8 weeks to resolve completely. Severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully eliminate.</p></div>

Q: Can you remove a wasp nest yourself?

• <div><p>You can remove a wasp nest yourself, but it isn&rsquo;t a good idea. Although it looks easy enough to hit down a nest with a broom, wasps may be inside or around the nest and are known for getting aggressive when their nest is threatened. If you follow our guidelines for removing wasps nests with pesticide spray, insecticidal dust, water and dish soap, or boiling water, you may be able to safely tackle the problem.</p></div>

Q: Why won't squirrels go in my trap?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re having trouble with your traps, first examine them for flaws that would allow a squirrel to escape easily, such as loose doors or hinges. It&rsquo;s also important to consider the location of your trap: Place it in areas with higher squirrel traffic, and make sure it&rsquo;s on a sturdy surface so it can&rsquo;t wobble or tip (squirrels aren&rsquo;t likely to walk in a trap that isn&rsquo;t stable). Lastly, try changing out your bait&mdash;in-shell peanuts or peanut butter often work best.</p></div>

Q: What is a natural way to repel bears?

• <div><p>Using chemicals with harsh odors is a natural way to repel bears. While the animal&rsquo;s strong sense of smell is an asset in the animal kingdom, it&rsquo;s a weakness here. Simply place bleach or ammonia in a bucket and leave it outside day or night. Ironically, bears also dislike the smell of pine, so you can use pine oil or a pine-based cleaning agent. Avoid using cleaning products with fruit or citrus smells, however.</p></div>

Q: Can you vacuum up mouse or rat droppings?

• <div><p>No, you should never vacuum or sweep up mouse or rat droppings, as doing so can release harmful particles into the air and increase your risk of disease exposure. Instead, wear gloves and a mask, spray the droppings with a disinfectant spray, let it soak for a few minutes, and then carefully wipe them up with paper towels. Afterward, disinfect the area thoroughly and immediately wash your hands when you&rsquo;re done.</p></div>

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Last update on June 23, 2026

Reviewed in June 2026
There was a little delay for them to get here, because of the weekend, and stupid rain, but no fault of theirs or ours. They did their best, given the circumstances beyond their control. The grass grew higher than when I originally contacted them on Friday because of 2 bad days of non stop...
Osborne's Professional Services LLC
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Reviewed in April 2025
They removed a large tree with a smaller Dogwood under it. The Dodwood was not damaged at all. Excellent job.
Walters Tree Care
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Reviewed in November 2024
They are the best service around.we are blessed to have these guys in our area. I'm disable so on a fixed income. They treated me with respect and a price I could work with. If you are looking for an exalent electrical service provide, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND these guys!
Mid-State Electrical Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
I needed my dryer vent cleaned as a requirement of my HOA. I live in another state and called O'Neil Appliance based on a recommendation. I provided a code for the door and they texted me pictures every step of the process. I can't say enough about the excellent customer service. I...
O'Neil Appliance Repair
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Reviewed in June 2022
Friendly and professional. Very knowledgeable on appliance repair.
A Grade Appliance Service
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Reviewed in February 2022
Tristen and Hunter were very professional. Protected the walk-in areas. Cleaned the area thoroughly. Complete the job as advertised in one day.
West Shore Home Mechanicsburg
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Reviewed in August 2021
They did a great job of cleaning up the yard and garden around my house. He cleaned up all the yard waste and cut the yard that was totally out of control.
Timberline Landscaping Services
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Reviewed in August 2012
The loading was okay, the unloading was very good, but the estimate was very poor. They ended up charging us $1000.00 more than the estimate, when I mentioned it they gave us $300.00 off of that. I was very displeased with the estimating. When they loaded our piano we were very nervous because...
Victory Van Lines
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Reviewed in November 2011
Service technician, Wink, came to find out why my furnace would not run and to fix the problem. He took a really long time to diagnose what he thought was the problem, kept leaving the house for long stretches with no explanation, and then finally told me that it was the control board in the...
Haller Enterprises Inc
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Enviro Management Group, LLC

4.9(

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Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - TermitePest Control - Termite - For Business

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They do our pest control. Whole service package for my home. Pet-safe stuff inside, and exterior chemical treatment. We checked around and they had the best price. They are great to work with, I have already recommended them."

Response time1 day

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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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 Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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.3

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Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Service representative was very knowledgeable about lawn, shrub, and pest control."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+2 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steve my pest control person has done a great job"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+1 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly tech came to examine our house. He was really late, but this did not matter - lost his way. The cost was way beyond what we are willing to pay for pest control (over $1000) but we do have a fairly problematic carpenter bee problem."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Nittany Valley Varmints

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Traps were checked regularly. Animals caught were treated humanely. Overall the work was very diligent, thorough and professional."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Small Animals

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 10 years of experience in the home improvement industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of projects. As well as gutter installation, gutter cleaning, and installation of gutter guards. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Shields Gutters a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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A Sweep Above Maintenance Inc

4.9(

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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Rodents+3 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family owned and operated company for the last 19 years in Pennsylvania. We have a solution for any questions or problems you may have regarding your chimney at the most competitive price point. We work to provide the most competitive pricing with our cleanings and any other chimney repairs or services you may need, including FREE ESTIMATES and FIRE AND SAFETY REGULATION INSPECTIONS. We offer Senior and Veteran Discounts of up to an additional 15% off of any type of service you may need. So if you need a Chimney cap to keep the critters away, a new damper to help with those annoying and costly drafts into the home, or a completely new lining system in your chimney, we are determined to do the work for a rock bottom price. There's nothing better in this day and age than TOP NOTCH QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP for LOW GRADE PRICE POINTS!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

3.5(

5,688

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Burnham, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

The time and number of treatments required for an exterminator to get rid of roaches depend on factors like the roach type, infestation severity, and extermination method. For small infestations, a single treatment may be sufficient, showing results within 1 to 3 days. However, most cases require several treatments and take about 2 to 8 weeks to resolve completely. Severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully eliminate.

You can remove a wasp nest yourself, but it isn’t a good idea. Although it looks easy enough to hit down a nest with a broom, wasps may be inside or around the nest and are known for getting aggressive when their nest is threatened. If you follow our guidelines for removing wasps nests with pesticide spray, insecticidal dust, water and dish soap, or boiling water, you may be able to safely tackle the problem.

If you’re having trouble with your traps, first examine them for flaws that would allow a squirrel to escape easily, such as loose doors or hinges. It’s also important to consider the location of your trap: Place it in areas with higher squirrel traffic, and make sure it’s on a sturdy surface so it can’t wobble or tip (squirrels aren’t likely to walk in a trap that isn’t stable). Lastly, try changing out your bait—in-shell peanuts or peanut butter often work best.

Using chemicals with harsh odors is a natural way to repel bears. While the animal’s strong sense of smell is an asset in the animal kingdom, it’s a weakness here. Simply place bleach or ammonia in a bucket and leave it outside day or night. Ironically, bears also dislike the smell of pine, so you can use pine oil or a pine-based cleaning agent. Avoid using cleaning products with fruit or citrus smells, however.

No, you should never vacuum or sweep up mouse or rat droppings, as doing so can release harmful particles into the air and increase your risk of disease exposure. Instead, wear gloves and a mask, spray the droppings with a disinfectant spray, let it soak for a few minutes, and then carefully wipe them up with paper towels. Afterward, disinfect the area thoroughly and immediately wash your hands when you’re done.

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