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Q: Are roaches less likely in second stories of homes?

• <div><p>Roaches may not be quite as common on the top floors of a home, but they can easily climb up there if they want to. Second stories are less likely to have food sources and somewhat less likely to have moisture issues, so most roaches are attracted to bottom levels first. However, humid attics and similar spots can help roaches thrive.</p></div>

Q: What attracts wolf spiders to your house?

• <div><p>The main reason wolf spiders gravitate towards houses is the presence of their prey, including insects like flies and ants. Their attraction is also heightened by the availability of suitable shelter in areas cluttered or undisturbed and in moisture-rich environments like basements. Openings and gaps in the structure provide an easy access point for these spiders. During cold weather, wolf spiders may also seek warmth indoors, making your home an attractive refuge during harsh weather conditions.</p></div>

Q: Can you get rid of badgers naturally?

• <div><p>Badgers have a strong sense of smell, so it&rsquo;s possible you can deter them with strong scents, such as applying citronella oil to the bottom of your fence, adding crushed scotch bonnet peppers sprinkled throughout your garden, or mixing both of these into a solution to spray around your home and garden.</p></div>

Q: Where in the world are brown recluse spiders most likely to appear?

• <div><p>Brown recluse spiders are found in Midwestern and South Central states like Nebraska, Ohio, Texas, and Georgia. While it&rsquo;s possible to find spiders from the same genus elsewhere in the country, you&rsquo;re unlikely to find a brown recluse infestation outside of these designated zones. In any case, there are other dangerous spider species across the U.S., so always use caution when dealing with infestations of any kind. </p></div>

Q: Where are roof rats typically found?

• <div><p>Roof rats get their name because they&rsquo;re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home&rsquo;s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.</p></div>

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Last update on October 11, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
I would highly recommend this company Customer service was their number one goal!!
Second Mile Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2024
They used a shop vac to clean up the yard and the washed off my house.
RetroFoam of Pittsburgh, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
They took my tree down cleaned it up nice
Spencer Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2023
Justin and Sean put in some soffit on our roof they worked diligently and got everything done ahead of schedule and cleaned up pretty well after. This was our first time working with them and we plan to have them back to do some more work for us in the fall.
Diamond Construction 2.0
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Reviewed in August 2022
Just give him a call and all your heating and H2O problems will be solved in a very professional manner! Works well with the customer ð
Scheidter Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Mr. Rehlinger performed excellent work on a list of different jobs my home needed. Our kitchen cabinets and closet doors were badly damaged and he devised innovative ways to fix them w/out having to purchase new, expensive parts. We had a situation where a wood platform required to be removed...
AJ Rehlinger and Associates
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Reviewed in December 2021
I highly recommend hiring Mow Town. Les is both personable and highly professional and did a great job cleaning my gutters at a great price. I hope to work with him again next spring on a landscaping project. Thank you Les!
Mow Town
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Reviewed in November 2021
The service by Deets was the very best.I had several issues from electrical to furnace to old wiring and everything was fixed to perfection.I won't hire anybody but Deets.Honest,fair and true professionals.
Deets Mechanical Inc
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Reviewed in September 2020
Flexible and professional! They spent time educating me on mold and how to control it.
AdvantaClean of DuBois-Punxsutawney
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Reviewed in May 2019
Valiant Pest Defense is highly recommended by me because I found them to be true experts in their field. The quoted price was more than fair too. He was punctual and also sympathetic towards my situation. I was stressed out over all of this, but he took control and the results were truly...
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Ehrlich Pest Control

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1921

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"I had a fantastic experience with Ehrlich Southeast. Their customer service was excellent, from scheduling the appointment to the completion of the service. Their technicians were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient, and they ensured my property was pest-free. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of pest control services."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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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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Enviro Management Group, LLC

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

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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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 by76%of homeowners

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1974

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

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Expert Pest Management

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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"I originally called for squirrel removal. When the company came to inspect the situation, it rained & they couldn’t finish. They wanted to reschedule, but after telling them my concerns that the animals might be raccoons, they informed me that they did not handle that animal. But, if I needed them for other pest control, I could get in touch with them."

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Kahoali Termite and Pest Solutions

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\nWe offer a variety of pest control services. From general pest such as ants, spiders, sowbugs, stink bugs, crickets. Etc.\nWe offer pest control services for rodent control. It also includes inspection for entry points for rodents. We have disinfecting services to kill any rodent viruses and any pheromone they may leave. All of our general pest and rodent services are either one time services, monthly, bi monthly and quarterly. \nWe offer Termite treatments as well as any repair work your home may need.\n\nAll of our work is guaranteed!!!

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

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"They have helped with pest control, termite inspection/prevention, disinfection and insulation. Can't recommend enough!"

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"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

Pest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Termite

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

When it comes to protecting homes, Terminix has satisfied more customers than any other insect and pest control company in the industry, with more than 15 million service visits annually.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Terminix

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Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

When it comes to protecting homes, Terminix has satisfied more customers than any other insect and pest control company in the industry, with more than 15 million service visits annually.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Roaches may not be quite as common on the top floors of a home, but they can easily climb up there if they want to. Second stories are less likely to have food sources and somewhat less likely to have moisture issues, so most roaches are attracted to bottom levels first. However, humid attics and similar spots can help roaches thrive.

The main reason wolf spiders gravitate towards houses is the presence of their prey, including insects like flies and ants. Their attraction is also heightened by the availability of suitable shelter in areas cluttered or undisturbed and in moisture-rich environments like basements. Openings and gaps in the structure provide an easy access point for these spiders. During cold weather, wolf spiders may also seek warmth indoors, making your home an attractive refuge during harsh weather conditions.

Badgers have a strong sense of smell, so it’s possible you can deter them with strong scents, such as applying citronella oil to the bottom of your fence, adding crushed scotch bonnet peppers sprinkled throughout your garden, or mixing both of these into a solution to spray around your home and garden.

Brown recluse spiders are found in Midwestern and South Central states like Nebraska, Ohio, Texas, and Georgia. While it’s possible to find spiders from the same genus elsewhere in the country, you’re unlikely to find a brown recluse infestation outside of these designated zones. In any case, there are other dangerous spider species across the U.S., so always use caution when dealing with infestations of any kind.

Roof rats get their name because they’re most often found in attics or the area around the attic. They often use tree limbs that hang over a roof to get into a home’s attic and look for shelter. Once inside, they not only like the attic space but can also burrow themselves into soffits or small holes in the ceiling and build their nest.

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