How should I choose a mosquito control company?

• <div><p>When <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-hire-reputable-pest-control-service.htm">selecting the right pest control company</a> to banish mosquito populations around your home, first search for well-reviewed, qualified, licensed professionals. Next, make sure you’re comfortable with the pro’s methods—some companies offer natural control products and not just chemical options. Finally, check the company’s contract carefully for things like guarantees, discounts for multiple treatments, and liability insurance. </p></div>

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Q: What part of the year are rats more active?

• <div><p>Across most of the United States, the fall season sees rats at their prime activity levels. As temperatures drop, rats become more active, spurred by the weather shift to seek shelter as winter approaches. During this time, their curiosity and energy peak, driving them to explore what your home and its surroundings might offer.</p></div>

Q: Where around my home am I most likely to find nesting birds?

• <div><p>Popular nesting areas outside of a home include eaves, porches, gutters, and chimneys. However, some birds can make their way into your attic or ventilation systems. A reputable removal service will inspect your home's interior and exterior for any evidence of roosting and nesting birds while they prepare to remove them.</p></div>

Q: What smells keep roaches away?

• <div><p>The smells that keep roaches away include lemon, bay leaves, vinegar, peppermint, and lavender. Mix these scents in a diluted solution to spray in your home. Also, clean your counters and mop your floors regularly. Clean up all food spills, crumbs, and dirty dishes to keep the attractants away, and cover your trash with a tight-fitting lid.</p></div>

Q: Do water bugs chase you?

• <div><p>Water bugs won&rsquo;t actively chase you, but they earned the nickname &ldquo;toe-biters&rdquo; for good reason. Water bugs are highly defensive. They typically rest an inch or so below water, waiting for prey. But if they feel threatened by a human that gets close, they may inject the person with a harmless venom from their legs, which may feel like a bite.</p></div>

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TruGreen

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TruGreen

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Customers say: True professional

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51 years of experience

Don't let mosquitoes ruin the time you spend with family and friends on your yard. Help protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous mosquito bites with this innovative service. Allow America's #1 lawn company to eradicate mosquitoes from your yard. Ask about our Mosquito-Free Guarantee!

"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

Cindy R on April 2024

"TruGreen provided transparent pricing and quality workmanship when treating my property for bed bugs. Their technicians were professional and thorough, ensuring every area was treated to eliminate the infestation. I appreciated their attention to detail and how they followed up to ensure the problem was resolved. I'll definitely be using their services again if needed."

Cindy R on April 2024

Plunkett's Pest Control

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Plunkett's Pest Control

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."

CYNTHIA H on November 2021

We offer a wide range of dependable services, such as air testing and mold control. With experienced and professional air quality consultants, you can count on us to make the air you breathe healthier and safer.

Goulds Lawn Service

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Stranded Outdoors Property Services, LLC.

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Stranded Outdoors Property Services, LLC.

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16 years of experience

STRANDED OUTDOORS PROPERTY SERVICES, LLC. specializes in landscape maintenance, snow management and property preservation/restorations. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with high quality, professional services done on time and on budget. What is the first thing customers and visitors see when they visit your business or home? It's your landscaping of course. This is why it is so important to retain a professional and experienced team when it comes to protecting and enhancing the image of your property. We provide that experience and the technical know-how to address jobs of all sizes both residential and commercial ranging from basic lawn maintenance to complete property preservation and enhancement.

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Last update on December 30, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Ryan was exceptionally knowledgeable, courteous & professional. There wasn’t a question we asked that he couldn’t address accordingly. We thoroughly enjoyed our meeting & look forward to our project being started this spring.
1-800-HANSONS (Sioux Falls Windows)
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Reviewed in November 2023
Removed eight stumps and hauled them away. Took extra time to clean up and backfill holes. Carter was great to work with on scheduling the project. He showed up when he said he would and make quick work of a large project at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend!
Carter Wright
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very efficient, honest, easy to communicate with and did everything they said they would plus more. Friendly and flexible so can work with your schedule.
Everlasting Floors
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Reviewed in April 2023
It was expensive but the crew was superb. So thoughtful so professional. I canÃ¢Â Â t say enough good things about them and the quality work they performed.
Groundworks
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Reviewed in July 2022
Dan is a very friendly, knowledgeable and professional .Easy to have him in our home!
Dan's Drain & Duct Cleaning, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
They are a very special couple. Moving to SD most people have flecced me. They were compasssionate, to a fault. They truly felt my pain after coming to SD after a nasty divorce. I felt my bill was too low. God Bless both of them . MIKE
Garage Door Pros
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Reviewed in September 2021
This was a great alternative to cable or satellite. It was very economical and the service was excellent.
Americom
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Reviewed in October 2013
Honest and reliable. There were issues with the repair beyond provider's control, and they stood by everything and went beyond the call of duty to make it right.
Rick's Radiator & Heater Repair
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Reviewed in May 2012
Olson Plumbing is our first call when plumbing is a problem and in this case a leaking shutoff valve plus a handle with a broken set scew needed addressed. We called in the afternoon and the next morning a plumber was here. He had no problem replacing the shutoff valve and, as long as he was...
Olson Plumbing Inc
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

When selecting the right pest control company to banish mosquito populations around your home, first search for well-reviewed, qualified, licensed professionals. Next, make sure you’re comfortable with the pro’s methods—some companies offer natural control products and not just chemical options. Finally, check the company’s contract carefully for things like guarantees, discounts for multiple treatments, and liability insurance.

Across most of the United States, the fall season sees rats at their prime activity levels. As temperatures drop, rats become more active, spurred by the weather shift to seek shelter as winter approaches. During this time, their curiosity and energy peak, driving them to explore what your home and its surroundings might offer.

Popular nesting areas outside of a home include eaves, porches, gutters, and chimneys. However, some birds can make their way into your attic or ventilation systems. A reputable removal service will inspect your home's interior and exterior for any evidence of roosting and nesting birds while they prepare to remove them.

The smells that keep roaches away include lemon, bay leaves, vinegar, peppermint, and lavender. Mix these scents in a diluted solution to spray in your home. Also, clean your counters and mop your floors regularly. Clean up all food spills, crumbs, and dirty dishes to keep the attractants away, and cover your trash with a tight-fitting lid.

Water bugs won’t actively chase you, but they earned the nickname “toe-biters” for good reason. Water bugs are highly defensive. They typically rest an inch or so below water, waiting for prey. But if they feel threatened by a human that gets close, they may inject the person with a harmless venom from their legs, which may feel like a bite.

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