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Q: Are fleas or ticks faster?

• <div><p>Fleas are leaps and bounds ahead of ticks when jumping from person to person. The average flea can cover 1.9 meters per second. It can also jump over 50 times its own height. Fleas rely solely on their magnificent leaps to jump hosts. While ticks can crawl relatively quickly, their strategy is usually to sit and wait for a victim to &quot;hitchhike&quot; in tall grass.</p></div>

Q: What other bugs can be mistaken for bed bugs?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve ruled out small cockroaches, some other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/bugs-that-look-like-bed-bugs.htm">bugs you might mistake for bed bugs</a> are carpet beetles, bat bugs, and booklice. However, they&rsquo;re usually found in different parts of the home. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-carpet-beetles.htm">Carpet beetles</a> are found in fabrics and carpets, bat bugs live in attics, and booklice dwell around books and damp areas.</p></div>

Q: What kills bed bugs instantly?

• <div><p>Heat is the most effective instant killer of bed bugs. Exposing them to temperatures above 131 degrees Fahrenheit for over an hour can eliminate them. Methods like steam cleaners and using a dryer on high heat are effective for this. Other options that can kill bed bugs on contact include EPA-approved pesticides, bleach, disinfectant sprays with alcohol, diatomaceous earth, and hydrogen peroxide. While freezing can work, it is not an instant solution, as it can take several days at 0 degrees Fahrenheit to be effective. Keep in mind that many DIY treatments won't reach bed bugs hidden in cracks or behind walls. For severe infestations or the most effective results, it is best to hire a professional exterminator for a professional heat or chemical treatment.</p></div>

Q: Do cockroaches come out more after you spray?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s actually common to see more cockroaches after you spray. It might seem like things are getting worse, but that&rsquo;s usually a sign the treatment is working. Roach sprays and baits can flush them out of their hiding spots as they try to escape the chemicals. You might notice them acting strangely&mdash;slower, twitching, or out during the day when they&rsquo;re usually hiding.</p></div>

Q: What are common signs of dry rot or pest damage?

• <div><p>Signs include discolored wood, crumbling surfaces, and visible pests. Address these issues promptly to prevent further damage.</p></div>

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Last update on July 17, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
They were delayed getting to me because of the weather but when they got started It was very professional. They did an excellent job and cleaned up everything that was cut down to the very last leaf.
Wright Way Tree Trimmers
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Reviewed in March 2026
I had a great experience with The Honey Do List. They were reliable and did a good job on my project.
The Honey Do List LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Great experience and great customer service, the team was very professional, I would recommend to anyone in need of mold removal and crawl space encapsulation!!!!
Martin's Home Solutions
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Reviewed in May 2024
H & H Earthworks did a great job clearing our acre and preparing the site for our house.
H&H Earthworks
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Reviewed in April 2023
This is a excellent lawn care business. They are professional with great customer service. I would highly recommend them
Cutting-Edge Lawns
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Reviewed in January 2023
It went great! I asked her to come once every 4 weeks. The house is squeaky clean, and it even smells great. She emptied my trash baskets and washed a couple dishes that were sitting on the counter, and did the windows too. There’s not a smidgen of dust left anywhere! Very thorough and...
Minerva's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in April 2022
He does quality work and is very knowledgeable. Shows up on time and keeps you posted. I highly recommend his services. I would use Foxy Farms again for any project.
Foxy Farms Construction
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Reviewed in January 2022
David and his crew did a excellent job cutting down two trees in my yard. One was very close to the house and I was worried if would fall on the house but David made it look easy taking it down. Great job guys. I would recommend them to anyone.
D&H Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2021
Work was for MILDEW removal, NOT Mold and NOT asbestos. We had a lot of mildew in a vacation home, caused primarily by high ambient humidity. They used ionizing filtration, fans, humidifiers to ABATE the problem, installed a different thermostat and humidifier control. They tk down all of the...
Kimbrell Services
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Reviewed in February 2020
Wayne and his crew were very professional and knowledgeable. I felt so at ease knowing that he had everything under control and was honest.
Extreme Plumbing & Heating Corp.
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True Care Pest Management, LLC

5.0(

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He was amazing and professional, knowledgeable, owner and expert. Start here first if you are looking for pest control."

Response time1 day

Response rate93%

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Lookout Pest Control- Chattanooga

4.4(

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yes they did. The expert they sent was great. He sprayed around my storage barn and my single wide trailer. He was great!"

Response time8 hrs

Response rate100%

66 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Critter Control of Chattanooga

5.0(

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The sales rep, Paul, was amazing. He was professional and very knowledgeable about bats and the removal process. The tech, Adam, was very thorough and accommodating. The price was fair and Paul worked with me on figuring out how to get what I needed done, while staying within my budget, which I very much appreciated. I was worried that it was going to be a really involved process, as bats are a protected species in my state, but Paul and Adam walked me through everything and made it all easy to understand. I will definitely be using them again if I run into another critter problem! 10/10 recommend!"

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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Kirklands Wildlife Trapping

4.7(

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job. Got rid of all the birds that were nesting. Put up spikes to prevent any re-occurance of problems. I've got a 30 day warranty and so far so good. Customer service was great. Got a same day quote and they were very quick to respond"

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Response time3 hrs

Response rate100%

25 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."

63 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Classic Wildlife Control

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"..Doug Ashe is the super hero of animal control and removal. Dont even bother looking at the ads of other wildlife removal vendors. Doug Ashe does it all. He stands behind his work. Evidenced by the vent covering repair he made for us today. Other service providers can only wish they were like Doug Ashe and CWC. Doug has set the bar high!!
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Recommended by96%of homeowners

Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe was at my house within 2 hours. Very friendly, professional and helpful. Ants were gone within 8 hours and we did not have to sign up for additional treatments (big pest control companies require a series of treatments). Excellent experience."

Response time10 hrs

8 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Insecto Exterminators

4.8(

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Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the best exterminator ever!! So very pleased!! Highly highly recommend!!"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate92%

Recommended by95%of homeowners

Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Recommended by83%of homeowners

Serving Monteagle, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Recent purchases for termites and pest control. Time will tell if they got it right."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Fleas are leaps and bounds ahead of ticks when jumping from person to person. The average flea can cover 1.9 meters per second. It can also jump over 50 times its own height. Fleas rely solely on their magnificent leaps to jump hosts. While ticks can crawl relatively quickly, their strategy is usually to sit and wait for a victim to "hitchhike" in tall grass.

If you’ve ruled out small cockroaches, some other bugs you might mistake for bed bugs are carpet beetles, bat bugs, and booklice. However, they’re usually found in different parts of the home. Carpet beetles are found in fabrics and carpets, bat bugs live in attics, and booklice dwell around books and damp areas.

Heat is the most effective instant killer of bed bugs. Exposing them to temperatures above 131 degrees Fahrenheit for over an hour can eliminate them. Methods like steam cleaners and using a dryer on high heat are effective for this. Other options that can kill bed bugs on contact include EPA-approved pesticides, bleach, disinfectant sprays with alcohol, diatomaceous earth, and hydrogen peroxide. While freezing can work, it is not an instant solution, as it can take several days at 0 degrees Fahrenheit to be effective. Keep in mind that many DIY treatments won't reach bed bugs hidden in cracks or behind walls. For severe infestations or the most effective results, it is best to hire a professional exterminator for a professional heat or chemical treatment.

Yes, it’s actually common to see more cockroaches after you spray. It might seem like things are getting worse, but that’s usually a sign the treatment is working. Roach sprays and baits can flush them out of their hiding spots as they try to escape the chemicals. You might notice them acting strangely—slower, twitching, or out during the day when they’re usually hiding.

Signs include discolored wood, crumbling surfaces, and visible pests. Address these issues promptly to prevent further damage.

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