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Q: What are the health risks of untreated rodent infestations?

• <div><p>Rodents carry diseases and can trigger allergies, making professional control essential.</p></div>

Q: Is there a scent that repels woodpeckers?

• <div><p>Strong scents like peppermint, rosemary, lavender, citronella, and others can repel woodpeckers&mdash;as pungent smells can overpower their senses. For that reason, you might consider making a homemade spray with one or a combination of these scents to spritz around areas of your home where woodpeckers frequent.</p></div>

Q: Can you use Dawn to wash off flea eggs?

• <div><p>Dawn detergent does much more than <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-your-dishes-safely.htm">clean germs on your dishes</a>. It can also help remove flea eggs from your pet. Give your pet a bath using a few squirts of Dawn in warm water&mdash;be sure to keep it away from their eyes&mdash;to wash away those flea eggs. Note that Dawn doesn&rsquo;t actually kill the eggs, nor can it help you with any eggs that have already fallen off your pet and taken up residence in your household, though.</p></div>

Q: Are armadillos friendly animals?

• <div><p>Armadillos are not considered friendly animals. They are solitary and tend to avoid human interaction. While not aggressive, they can be shy and reclusive, often scurrying away when approached. Armadillos may carry diseases, so handling them is not advised. </p></div>

Q: How do I find a reputable flea exterminator?

• <div><p>You can find a reputable flea exterminator by vetting qualified pest control professionals in your area, interviewing multiple pros to find the right one. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/dont-get-stung-these-pest-control-scams.htm">Avoid pest control scams</a> by selecting an experienced and insured professional. Licensing is usually required when applying flea-related pesticides, although exact requirements vary by state, and a good exterminator will be happy to show you copies of their certification.</p></div>

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Last update on July 08, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
It wasn&#39;t tree removal...It was tree spraying for pests. They sprayed my trees and a month later, they still has aphids! I called and they would not come out and re-treat, I was told it takes a few months to work and they recommended more frequent spraying. NO THANK YOU. I spent over...
Duncan Brooks
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Reviewed in January 2024
I had a big snake under my house - and the plumber couldn't get anything done because of it. Tommy, from CenTer Termite and Pest came out and spent over half an hour searching for the snake. He crawled under the house, took pictures, and explored thoroughly. He was unable to find the snake -...
CenTex Termite & Pest LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Very knowledgeable and informative. Described everything he would be doing beforehand. Showed up on time and got the job done. Will be using A&B for pest control in the future and would highly recommend them.
A&B Pest and Termite, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Jake is very flexible and offered several options for pest control. We are very pleased with the inspection that he did and the service that was applied.
Gorilla Pest Management, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
The Pest Inspector and his team are very professional with very reasonable rates. They make it very easy for me to schedule and reschedule appointments. They are very responsive to my requests and problems. They are a very trustworthy company, so trustworthy they have a key to our commercial...
The Pest Inspector
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Reviewed in June 2014
I was so impressed with this company. They worked us into their schedule the day I called, and the professionalism was unmatched. The inspector was personable but straightforward, took time to make a thorough inspection, and came dressed very professionally. He took the time to work us...
The Bug Master
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Reviewed in August 2013
We've had a working relationship with Orkin for over 12 years now. We live in an older neighborhood next to a deep ravine, so pests are always a problem. It just doesn't get cold enough in Texas to kill off all the damnable roaches! We are on a bimonthly subscription plan, but we can call...
Orkin Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2013
When I bought got the house as part of the inspection for getting the loan, they paid for them to come and to the inspection but each year Ladybug Termite and Pest control come back and do an assessment and they charge for that. They spray for termites and anything like that. This year, I told...
LADYBUG TERMITE & PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in February 2013
I sent Mike an e-mail on Jan 7 to determine if he was interested in doing the jobs for me. After a month I had not heard from him so I called him and sent another e-mail. I heard back right away. Apparently my first e-mail had gone to his spam folder which was dumped right away. After he...
Wooden Thumb LLC
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CenTex Termite & Pest LLC

4.7(

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+6 more

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a big snake under my house - and the plumber couldn't get anything done because of it. Tommy, from CenTer Termite and Pest came out and spent over half an hour searching for the snake. He crawled under the house, took pictures, and explored thoroughly. He was unable to find the snake - hopefully it crawled off - but was extremely thorough in his efforts. It was very reassuring to have someone like this come out."

Response time5 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by76%of homeowners

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Terminix® Pest Control

4.0(

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

Serving Riesel, TX 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."

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Animal Removal of Texas, LLC

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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It took a while, and a lot of diligent hard work from these fabulous people. More than once Jeff and Betty came out in the middle of the night to inspect the traps and remove an animal. The family of raccoons is now (humanely) evicted."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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A&B Pest and Termite, LLC

5.0(

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

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They truly are Above and Beyond Our previous pest control company was not as thorough and we noticed a big difference (lack of) bugs inside and out"

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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

Serving Riesel, TX 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 by83%of homeowners

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BRD Pest Solutions LLC

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - RodentsPest Control - Bugs and Insects - For Business+1 more

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional company they have really helped me with my pest problems!"

Response time1 day

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From sales, termite application, and pest control Price Termite & Pest Control where professional and friendly. I was able to watch the treatments and they were exactly what was explained to me in my first meeting - no deviation or shortcuts. I highly recommend this company"

Recommended by85%of homeowners

Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Birds and Bats+9 more

Serving Riesel, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The provider showed up on time, was extremely professional and performed the services in one days time. The transferable warranty was the biggest selling point, and the warranty process has been fantastic. Any time we need anything we call them up and the come out right away.
If you need pest removal services I would HIGHLY recommend Critter Control! Very professional and fantastic customer service!"

Recommended by79%of homeowners

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

Serving Riesel, TX 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 by89%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Rodents carry diseases and can trigger allergies, making professional control essential.

Strong scents like peppermint, rosemary, lavender, citronella, and others can repel woodpeckers—as pungent smells can overpower their senses. For that reason, you might consider making a homemade spray with one or a combination of these scents to spritz around areas of your home where woodpeckers frequent.

Dawn detergent does much more than clean germs on your dishes. It can also help remove flea eggs from your pet. Give your pet a bath using a few squirts of Dawn in warm water—be sure to keep it away from their eyes—to wash away those flea eggs. Note that Dawn doesn’t actually kill the eggs, nor can it help you with any eggs that have already fallen off your pet and taken up residence in your household, though.

Armadillos are not considered friendly animals. They are solitary and tend to avoid human interaction. While not aggressive, they can be shy and reclusive, often scurrying away when approached. Armadillos may carry diseases, so handling them is not advised.

You can find a reputable flea exterminator by vetting qualified pest control professionals in your area, interviewing multiple pros to find the right one. Avoid pest control scams by selecting an experienced and insured professional. Licensing is usually required when applying flea-related pesticides, although exact requirements vary by state, and a good exterminator will be happy to show you copies of their certification.

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