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Q: Do carpenter ants eat wood?

• <div><p>Carpenter ants don&rsquo;t eat wood. It&rsquo;s a common misconception because many kinds of termites eat wood as well as live inside it. Carpenter ants, however, are omnivores and only chew into wood to create pathways and nests, discarding the chewed wood as frass which is a major indicator of a carpenter ant problem. They prefer to eat smaller insects, sweet things like spilled honey, and sources of protein like pet food.</p></div>

Q: Will a bowl of vinegar kill fleas?

• <div><p>A bowl of vinegar will not kill fleas and acts only as a repellent. To get rid of fleas, you can create a homemade flea trap or buy flea traps from a local hardware store. Consistent trapping and meticulous cleaning will help eliminate fleas before they become an infestation. If you have a moderate to severe flea infestation, you&rsquo;ll likely need the help of a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/flea-control/">local flea control specialist</a>. </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>

Q: How long does it take to fully get rid of bed bugs?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren&rsquo;t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.</p></div>

Q: Can bears smell food in your house?

• <div><p>Yes, bears can smell through walls if they are close enough. Estimates vary, but experts say bears can smell up to a maximum distance between one and 20 miles. Food inside a house does not attract bears to the degree that food left outside does, though.</p></div>

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Last update on July 22, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
They were very good on cleang up our overgrown flower beds and mowing. they also cleaned everything up and hauled away
Ski Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2025
Mr Rowe arrived on time. He was very courteous and professional. He explained the entire process fully to me. He performed the insect inspection, provided all documentation, and asked for feedback. His service very impressed me and I would recommend him to anyone.
Rowe Pest Control
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Reviewed in September 2024
We appreciated the wonderful environment they brought with them. They always cleaned up at the end of the work day. Got everything done fast, and the quality is amazing!
Creative Builds LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Couldnâ t recommend this company enough! Fast, reliable, responsive, reasonable, honest, thorough and trustworthy service. Will performed a pest inspection on the property we are purchasing. He went above and beyond, told us his concerns, and provided us with great insight on future repairs,...
Home Inspections PA
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Reviewed in October 2023
They did a terrific job & even helped out with the power washing that needed to be done before the staining. We found this company to be very reliable & they took care of business. We are very satisfied.
Color Effects Painting
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Reviewed in May 2023
Magnificent! I would recommend this cleaning service to family and friends and i will be utilizing this cleaning service again! Thank you so much for your help!
Sanitation For Your Sanity
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Reviewed in March 2022
I got a roof with Green Eco Solutions. The crew that installed was very professional and did it in one day. I'm so happy that it comes with a lifetime warranty!!
Green Eco Solutions
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Reviewed in December 2021
They are great and excellent service they cleaned very well. they have a checklist. Very much accommodating.
MaidPro Hershey
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Reviewed in June 2021
Very nice job pressure washing house & cleaning out all the gutters. Very pleasant to speak with and asked if there was anything else we needed cleaned
KR Sealing & Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in March 2016
Treated inside and outside of the house for pests. Including mice, millipedes, ants, spiders, stink bugs, etc. This is a monthly service. WE have had Erhlich's for pest control for over 10 years (results were immediate though.). Before using Erhlich, I had all the above varmits. I do not live in...
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Rowe Pest Control

5.0(

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

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"George came out to figure out and tell us if we had termites, carpenter ants, or wood rot on our deck. George met with my husband. He called to arrive early, and he arrived on time. He throughly inspected our deck. George was extremely knowledgeable about bugs, and explained that what we have is wood rot. George is sincere, honest, and straight forward. This was a free consultation, so he didn't have anything to do. I would highly recommend him."

Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Rapid Response Pest Control Inc

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Bed Bugs+2 more

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've hired bug boys, and switched to Ratt Orkin Inc and I'm so glad I did. This company holds true to there reputation. Very professional, always on call, friendly, and took care of our problem quickly. I highly recommend this business for any of my pest problems. My family and I will continue to use Ratt Orkin Inc. Best pest control business in Western MD and Garrett County."

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Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Enviro Management Group, LLC

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

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

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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

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Termite+6 more

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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"Very knowledgeable guy who seem to know what he’s doing. Don’t know results of spraying. Have had much rain since. Will have to see if it worked. Terminex will spray again the beginning of next month."

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Serving Rush, 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."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pest control technician was very friendly and knowledgeable"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were excellent, my pest issue was solve."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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

Serving Rush, 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."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

"they are very helpful i can call them anytime i see a rodent or bugs i have a contract with them"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Pest Control - Bed Bugs

Serving Rush, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We called EasyPM after we came home from a family trip and thought we brought bed bugs home. Andreas from EasyPM was friendly and thorough. We would certainly recommend him and EasyPM to anyone!"

Response time2 days

Response rate91%

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Carpenter ants don’t eat wood. It’s a common misconception because many kinds of termites eat wood as well as live inside it. Carpenter ants, however, are omnivores and only chew into wood to create pathways and nests, discarding the chewed wood as frass which is a major indicator of a carpenter ant problem. They prefer to eat smaller insects, sweet things like spilled honey, and sources of protein like pet food.

A bowl of vinegar will not kill fleas and acts only as a repellent. To get rid of fleas, you can create a homemade flea trap or buy flea traps from a local hardware store. Consistent trapping and meticulous cleaning will help eliminate fleas before they become an infestation. If you have a moderate to severe flea infestation, you’ll likely need the help of a local flea control specialist.

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.

It’s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren’t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.

Yes, bears can smell through walls if they are close enough. Estimates vary, but experts say bears can smell up to a maximum distance between one and 20 miles. Food inside a house does not attract bears to the degree that food left outside does, though.

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