Will a mother bird return to a disturbed nest?

• <div><p>In most cases, a mother bird will return to a disturbed nest after the disturbance has passed. However, it can be hard for a mother bird to find a relocated nest. So, while it’s false that a mother bird will abandon her nest if it’s been disturbed, it’s not a good idea to relocate a nest with live babies or eggs in it.</p></div>

When are raccoons most active?

• <div><p>Raccoons are mostly crepuscular, which means they are most active at dawn and dusk, though some are nocturnal. In other words, you likely won’t see a raccoon in the middle of the afternoon, though it’s possible in the spring when they are rearing their young. As for the seasons, these critters are active year-round and do not hibernate. However, they’ll likely hide in a den through severely cold weather.</p></div>

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Q: Can I reuse live rat traps to save money?

• <div><p>While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if I have a bee infestation?

• <div><p>Look for consistent buzzing sounds, visible hives, or increased bee activity around your property.</p></div>

Q: What smells attract roaches?

• <div><p>Cockroaches are attracted to the smell of food. They're particularly attracted to grease, meat, cheese, sugar, and starch. Any rotten food such as fruits or vegetables puts off a strong odor that attracts the pests as well. Even dirty clothing can be enticing for cockroaches, which is why they're often found in laundry baskets.</p></div>

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Precious Pets Transport

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Precious Pets Transport

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Professional & Experienced USDA Licensed Pet Transport Service

MERRIMACK VALLEY WILDLIFE

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MERRIMACK VALLEY WILDLIFE

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36 years of experience

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.

"Paul is a true professional. I own a few rental properties and he continues to be my first call for pest issues. He actually cares about solving your issue in the most cost effective, efficient, timely, and humane manner. After dealing with the major corporate chains for years, I'm glad I found Merrimack Valley Wildlife."

Matt B on September 2025

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.

"Paul is a true professional. I own a few rental properties and he continues to be my first call for pest issues. He actually cares about solving your issue in the most cost effective, efficient, timely, and humane manner. After dealing with the major corporate chains for years, I'm glad I found Merrimack Valley Wildlife."

Matt B on September 2025

Critter Relocation

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Critter Relocation

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wildlife removel and reinfestion prevetion. removal of all kinds of animals

Green Home Solutions of Vermont, LLC

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Green Home Solutions of Vermont, LLC

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11 years of experience

Green Home Solutions of Vermont, LLC is an owner operated business that provides effective, affordable, responsible, natural, and safe solutions for mold, odor, allergen, bed bug, mosquito, and tick elimination. We offer free healthy home audits and free estimates and our work is 100% guaranteed.

We provide high caliber nuisance wildlife removal, exclusion and consulting in Western and Central MA, Vermont and Southern New Hampshire. We specialize in beaver control both removal and non lethal exclusion, however we are well versed and resolving a multitude of wildlife conflicts.

802 Pest Control

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We are a family owned and operated business, dedicated to providing quality service at an affordable price!

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Pure Solutions

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13 years of experience

All-natural mosquito & tick solutions. Pure Solutions provides safe, environmentally sustainable methods for outdoor services such as tick, mosquito, and deer control, for both commercial and residential properties. Our mission is to create and maintain a better quality of life for the families and communities we serve. We pledge to source our products from only all natural materials.

lafave & son humane animal removal service

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17 years of experience

Nuisance animal deterrent and trapping.

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Last update on December 30, 2025

Reviewed in July 2023
They were prompt anf reasonable and were able to trace down the faults in a pretty unusual problem. I'd certainly use them again.
Minuteman Heating Cooling Refrigeration, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2022
Was on time, fare price,polite. I can not say enough about this Company. But the time of our great need they moved a already tight schedule, To fit us in. God Bless Them. Sincerely,Binnie
BYRON'S SEPTIC SVC
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Reviewed in May 2021
He came, saw the issues and was able to fix that day! Excellent work!
Lakes Region Pump & Irrigation
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Reviewed in November 2017
They replaced the aquastat and one of the control heads. Worked great after that
Al Terry Plumbing And Heating Inc
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Reviewed in December 2014
First we received a call from Max Beer the owner of Maxtech Audio, he said he was on the Florida West coast and that he had an installer in Ft Lauderdale named Troy and he would be in touch to arrange a date and time for the work which was done. To begin with Troy showed up 4 hours late . He...
MAXTECH AUDIO
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Reviewed in June 2013
I spoke with someone at this company. The gentleman stated that he would come to our house to evaluate our mouse infestation problem. I was given so many prices for various services so that it was impossible for me to tell what the charge would be. The very professional, knowledgeable...
JP Pest Services
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Reviewed in July 2012
They cut the line while they were digging, it was taped with just electric tape not waterproofed and left above ground. They also put the control panel to high near my electra box and that the door hit the floor joicses(sp) so the door could not be opened , when their inspector came to check...
Powers Generator Service
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Reviewed in March 2011
We called Knight Tubs about two weeks before we wanted our hot tub serviced. They put us on their schedule for Oct. 21 and they came that day. They had all the equipment necessary to do the job quickly and professionally. Our hot tub has never been this clean! They did little things that we...
KNIGHT TUBS POOLS & SPAS, INC
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Reviewed in May 2009
we are in the process of remodeling our home, and I wanted to give the business to a local vendor, as opposed to going to a national dealer (like a lowes or home depot). I am very consious of helping our community, and wanted to do the right thing. Brian's Carpet and Flooring office was neat,...
Brians Carpet and Flooring Center
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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

In most cases, a mother bird will return to a disturbed nest after the disturbance has passed. However, it can be hard for a mother bird to find a relocated nest. So, while it’s false that a mother bird will abandon her nest if it’s been disturbed, it’s not a good idea to relocate a nest with live babies or eggs in it.

While you might want to cut corners by either borrowing or purchasing used live traps for catching rats, this can be dangerous because those traps could contain leftover viruses and bacteria that will enter your home. Always start fresh with new materials to avoid contamination.

Raccoons are mostly crepuscular, which means they are most active at dawn and dusk, though some are nocturnal. In other words, you likely won’t see a raccoon in the middle of the afternoon, though it’s possible in the spring when they are rearing their young. As for the seasons, these critters are active year-round and do not hibernate. However, they’ll likely hide in a den through severely cold weather.

Look for consistent buzzing sounds, visible hives, or increased bee activity around your property.

Cockroaches are attracted to the smell of food. They're particularly attracted to grease, meat, cheese, sugar, and starch. Any rotten food such as fruits or vegetables puts off a strong odor that attracts the pests as well. Even dirty clothing can be enticing for cockroaches, which is why they're often found in laundry baskets.

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