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Meerkat Pest Control

12 PETRA LN
4.74(
53
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•Approved Pro

Meerkat Pest Control

12 PETRA LN
4.74(
53
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

Local family owned & operated pest control company with over 100 years combined experience. True craftsman to their trade, Meerkat technicians' take great pride in service excellence and complete customer satisfaction. All service personnel is licensed, insured and NYS certified. Meerkat offers eco-friendly environmental solutions including choices for traditional or organic pest products, installing natural barriers & critter proofing for bats, mice and squirrels. Meerkat is a full service pest control & nuisance wildlife removal company handling problems with ants, bees, bats, mice, moles, squirrels, raccoons & more. Call us for a free inspection.

"They followed up very frequently and quickly. They were accommodating about scheduling and were on time. It was good they were very nice. I have no complaints."

Natasha H on August 2021

Local family owned & operated pest control company with over 100 years combined experience. True craftsman to their trade, Meerkat technicians' take great pride in service excellence and complete customer satisfaction. All service personnel is licensed, insured and NYS certified. Meerkat offers eco-friendly environmental solutions including choices for traditional or organic pest products, installing natural barriers & critter proofing for bats, mice and squirrels. Meerkat is a full service pest control & nuisance wildlife removal company handling problems with ants, bees, bats, mice, moles, squirrels, raccoons & more. Call us for a free inspection.

"They followed up very frequently and quickly. They were accommodating about scheduling and were on time. It was good they were very nice. I have no complaints."

Natasha H on August 2021

Out on a Limb

26 Hidden Cove
No reviews yet

Out on a Limb

26 Hidden Cove
No reviews yet
17 years of experience

Out on a Limb is a fully insured, growing company that provides excellent, professional service in several areas. Although we focus on tree service and Landscaping we are not limitied to these services. We provide a wide range of property management to fit all your needs. I personally operate every job, big or small. Resulting in a professional, time efficient, and quality service on a personal level. We specialize in dangerous tree removals, tree pruning, tree care, planting stone walls, patios, walkways, stairs, boulder walls, retaining walls, fire pits, flower beds, lawn care and installation. We offer free bids, estimates, and consulting.

Out on a Limb is a fully insured, growing company that provides excellent, professional service in several areas. Although we focus on tree service and Landscaping we are not limitied to these services. We provide a wide range of property management to fit all your needs. I personally operate every job, big or small. Resulting in a professional, time efficient, and quality service on a personal level. We specialize in dangerous tree removals, tree pruning, tree care, planting stone walls, patios, walkways, stairs, boulder walls, retaining walls, fire pits, flower beds, lawn care and installation. We offer free bids, estimates, and consulting.

United Bat Control of New York

1 Nates Ct
4.95(
22
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United Bat Control of New York

1 Nates Ct
4.95(
22
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family Owned and Operated. Full Service Bat and Nuisance Wildlife remediation. NYSDEC Licesened Nuisance Wildlife Control Officer. Fully Insured. Fair and Honest Quotes.

"We were extremely pleased with the service provided. He was very knowledgeable and put us at ease while working efficiently to remove the bat from our home."

Michael T on June 2018

Family Owned and Operated. Full Service Bat and Nuisance Wildlife remediation. NYSDEC Licesened Nuisance Wildlife Control Officer. Fully Insured. Fair and Honest Quotes.

"We were extremely pleased with the service provided. He was very knowledgeable and put us at ease while working efficiently to remove the bat from our home."

Michael T on June 2018

Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Some bees may return after the nest is removed. These are called "straggler" bees, and it may take them a couple of weeks before they leave. The reason is the nest may have been removed while the bees were away. These bees don't typically survive long once the nest is gone, so you may want to contact a beekeeper to help relocate them elsewhere.

In many places, killing bees or destroying a hive is discouraged or regulated due to their crucial role as pollinators. Specific laws vary by region, and certain bee species are protected due to declining populations. Some states require permits or restrict who can remove or exterminate bee colonies. Always check local laws before attempting to manage or remove a beehive.

If you’re dealing with a bee colony on your property, you might wonder if they’ll leave naturally over time. The answer depends on their circumstances. Bees often relocate if the hive becomes overcrowded, food is scarce, or they face a threat. With that said, if a hive’s location is safe, warm, and with plentiful food sources, they are unlikely to relocate on their own, and the hive may persist for many generations.

To choose a reliable and reputable bee removal specialist, you could start by searching Angi’s database of bee removal specialists. Also, look into local organizations and beekeepers associations.

In certain cases, yes, the bees may go away on their own, but it’s a risk. Some bee types, such as bumblebees, create seasonal nests and then die out as their new queens seek homes elsewhere. But in most cases, you can’t count on the bees leaving naturally. It’s also not a great idea to leave openings in your walls any longer than you have to, which can attract other pests or cause moisture damage.

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