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Avatar for Felix Wildlife & Habitat Services
Felix Wildlife & Habitat Services
5.0(
11
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Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For BusinessPest Control - Small Animals+1 more

Serving Howard, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jon impressed me with his knowledge of wildlife and in his expertise in repairing the building to ensure that flying squirrels and bats are prevented access to my home. He did extensive and effective work. The squirrels are gone after 2 years of one of the well known pest removal companies providing no success."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Keystone Pest Management
5.0(
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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+2 more

Serving Howard, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Keystone Pest Management is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Terminix
3.7(
472
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Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Rodents+1 more

Serving Howard, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Terminix was quick to respond and to get out here for a termite inspection, which is what we needed. However, they signed us up for pest control and said their agent would be out to care for us right away. So far haven’t seen him yet. Will give 5 stars if that turns out well."
Pest Control
Pest Control
Pest Control
Termite Treatment
Termite Treatment

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Recommended by86%of homeowners
Pest Patrol, LLC
3.0(
25
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Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business+3 more

Serving Howard, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We tried several different well known exterminators and found them to be unreliable and very unprofessional. Pest patrol was there for us when we needed them and they are very focused on their customers! We couldn't be happier with their work. I'm very happy we found them on home advisor!"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

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.

For routine pest control maintenance, most specialists recommend treatments every three months (quarterly). However, the ideal frequency can range from monthly to yearly depending on several factors. If you have a severe infestation, more frequent treatments will likely be necessary. Your location also plays a role; for example, homes near water may experience more pests in spring and summer. It's best to discuss your specific situation with a pest control professional to determine a suitable schedule. If you notice any pests between scheduled visits, inform your provider so they can address the issue promptly.

It’s very rare that home insurance covers an exterminator. Pest problems aren’t covered under standard home insurance. They’re typically considered ongoing events that could have been prevented, which makes them ineligible. Some insurance companies will specifically ban termite and rodent services because costs can be high. However, a sudden and unstoppable infestation, especially one that resulted because of a sudden event like storm, may be covered. Call your insurance company and ask about the details if you aren’t sure.

Bed bugs do not always go away after one treatment. A small case may be a one-and-done deal, but many infestations need about two to four visits within about six weeks to fully eradicate the pests in your home. It’s critical to stick to your treatment plan to ensure any existing eggs don’t hatch and create a new infestation.

Squirrels hate not having access to secure shelter or food sources. Your best line of defense is to make your property less attractive by removing access to these things. There are chemical squirrel repellents, but these have mixed success. According to Pennsylvania State University, you can apply products containing the bittering agent denatonium saccharide to a squirrel's favorite fence, tree, or roof spots. However, you need to reapply repellents regularly, which aren’t scientifically proven effective.

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