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Q: Will leaving lights on keep roaches away?

• <div><p>Leaving lights on is not an effective or foolproof method for keeping cockroaches away. While roaches are nocturnal and prefer darkness, light alone is not enough to stop them, especially if they are seeking food, water, or shelter. A bright light might temporarily discourage them, but hungry or determined roaches will often adapt and venture into lit areas. For more effective cockroach control, it is better to focus on proven prevention methods. These include maintaining cleanliness by eliminating food crumbs, sealing cracks and entry points, reducing clutter that provides hiding spots, and fixing any moisture issues. Using traps or repellents can also be part of a comprehensive strategy.</p></div>

Q: What is a natural deterrent for geese?

• <div><p>Look for goose repellents that contain the ingredient methyl anthranilate. This is a natural chemical found in grape juice. In human food, it&rsquo;s often used as grape flavoring. With geese, it&rsquo;s highly irritating. Grape Kool-Aid contains methyl anthranilate, the active ingredient in most bird repellents. It won&rsquo;t harm geese, but it will deter them. </p></div>

Q: Do cellar spiders feed on brown recluses?

• <div><p>Yes. Cellar spiders are predatory and feed on other insects, including other spiders. They eat flies, mosquitos, gnats, moths, and larger prey. That larger prey includes venomous spiders like the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/black-widow-vs-brown-recluse.htm">brown recluse and the black widow</a>. Basically, a cellar spider is pretty brave and will feed on anything that gets into its web, no matter the size. </p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to use preventative methods than exterminating a flea infestation?

• <div><p>Absolutely! Keeping up to date with regular flea treatments for pets, washing their bedding, and vacuuming regularly are all simple and inexpensive ways to help prevent a flea infestation from developing in the first place. </p><p>Annual flea control treatments for your pet typically cost between <b>$40 and $200</b>. Talk to your vet about safe and effective options.</p><p>Keeping up with garden maintenance also helps make your yard less inviting for fleas. Mow your lawn regularly, don&rsquo;t overwater, and avoid attracting rodents by carefully storing food waste, removing clutter, and sealing holes.</p></div>

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>

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Last update on May 07, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Chucks heating has been a terrific service provider for us for over 16 years. They have been here when we needed them in a couple of emergencies related to Washington Electric power variations and brownouts which damaged our variable speed fan system. Their services techs were here today...
Chuck's Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
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Reviewed in June 2023
A good problem solver, great communication, and provides great quality service.
Ray LaPerle Construction
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Reviewed in August 2022
Prompt professional and dedicated to do a service that satisfies the customer.Could not have been more pleased with the brush hogging that Mangan performed.
Mangan Excavation
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Reviewed in October 2021
I hired Paul to repair my porch. He did an excellent job and kept material costs to a minimum. I will hire him again if another project comes up.
Paul Winauski
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Reviewed in September 2021
Very well. It was thorough, well explained. I will hire Chimney Savers to conduct needed modifications and future inspections.
Chimney Savers Builders Inc
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Reviewed in July 2021
Very friendly and very experienced. Helped us with our outside mold problem by spraying with a anti mold product.
ASAP Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in March 2021
Pro was professional, prompt and personable. Explained situation and how it should be treated. Advised a return visit in 2 months to treat the exterior of house where the ants come in.
Central Vermont Pest Control
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Reviewed in October 2015
I couldn't be more pleased with Ed's work. He's an old-school guy, nearly 40 years of experience, and it shows in his business practice and his craft. <br /> First of all: old school business. Ed doesn't have a cell phone or email. He has an answering service take messages and he returns...
ED'S SIDING & WINDOWS
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Reviewed in September 2012
I called Stowe Pest Control about a problem with mice at a rental <br /> property. The woman I talked to was very friendly and said they had <br /> gotten a lot of calls about mice this summer. She gave me a time for <br /> when someone could be there, and I was sure to see to it that...
Stowe Pest Control
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Reviewed in April 2010
When I called for service they had someone scheduled to come the next day. They said he'd call between 10 and 10:30 to confirm a window of time to come by the house: he called right on time, arrived in the window, and completed the work in the allotted time frame. After opening up the machine...
Masco Appliance and Air Conditioning Inc
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Green Mountain Pest Services

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"Duane was wonderful!! Came the day after getting in touch with him to handle a carpenter ant issue in my attic. He texted me this morning to let me know what time he would be here and he was right on. He took in the situation, placed bait in the attic and made sure some was eaten, and then sprayed the exterior of the house. He also made sure to inform me to keep pets away from the perimeter of the house for 4 hours. Great guy!!!"

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

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"Steve my pest control person has done a great job"

Recommended by89%of homeowners

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Central Vermont Pest Control

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Pro was professional, prompt and personable. Explained situation and how it should be treated. Advised a return visit in 2 months to treat the exterior of house where the ants come in."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate93%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"We found evidence of termite infestation. They responded quickly and inspected property the following day. Price was reasonable and employee was knowledgeable. He explained scope of work and options thoroughly. We added pest control as additional price was very reasonable. Work was performed the following day and we are satisfied with service."

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"Very friendly tech came to examine our house. He was really late, but this did not matter - lost his way. The cost was way beyond what we are willing to pay for pest control (over $1000) but we do have a fairly problematic carpenter bee problem."

Recommended by86%of homeowners

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

Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

When it comes to protecting homes, Terminix has satisfied more customers than any other insect and pest control company in the industry, with more than 15 million service visits annually.

Recommended by45%of homeowners

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Cube Home & Commercial Inspections & Appraisal Svs

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"Cube Home & Commercial Inspection and Appraisal Management Services" is a Nationally Certifed Home and Commercial Inspection Agency, South Carolina Licensed (RBI 48507) Home Builders Inspector and an Approved US Department of Housing and Urban Development (Hud) 203K Consultant/Inspector (P1710), Vermont Licensed Appraisal Management Services Agency which currently Serving All of Southern and Centeral Vermont,Cheshire County, New Hampshire, Hilton Head Island and Beaufort County in South Carolina and Northern Georgia with Offices in Southern Vermont and Hilton Head Island,South Carolina

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Northfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"I have a contract with them so I have to use them again. It pays for itself eventually if you get good repair people. You don't control who they send."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Leaving lights on is not an effective or foolproof method for keeping cockroaches away. While roaches are nocturnal and prefer darkness, light alone is not enough to stop them, especially if they are seeking food, water, or shelter. A bright light might temporarily discourage them, but hungry or determined roaches will often adapt and venture into lit areas. For more effective cockroach control, it is better to focus on proven prevention methods. These include maintaining cleanliness by eliminating food crumbs, sealing cracks and entry points, reducing clutter that provides hiding spots, and fixing any moisture issues. Using traps or repellents can also be part of a comprehensive strategy.

Look for goose repellents that contain the ingredient methyl anthranilate. This is a natural chemical found in grape juice. In human food, it’s often used as grape flavoring. With geese, it’s highly irritating. Grape Kool-Aid contains methyl anthranilate, the active ingredient in most bird repellents. It won’t harm geese, but it will deter them.

Yes. Cellar spiders are predatory and feed on other insects, including other spiders. They eat flies, mosquitos, gnats, moths, and larger prey. That larger prey includes venomous spiders like the brown recluse and the black widow. Basically, a cellar spider is pretty brave and will feed on anything that gets into its web, no matter the size.

Absolutely! Keeping up to date with regular flea treatments for pets, washing their bedding, and vacuuming regularly are all simple and inexpensive ways to help prevent a flea infestation from developing in the first place.

Annual flea control treatments for your pet typically cost between $40 and $200. Talk to your vet about safe and effective options.

Keeping up with garden maintenance also helps make your yard less inviting for fleas. Mow your lawn regularly, don’t overwater, and avoid attracting rodents by carefully storing food waste, removing clutter, and sealing holes.

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.

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