Do I need to worry about rats in my yard but not in my house?

• <div><p>Seeing a rat or two isn’t uncommon, especially in mild climates. That doesn’t mean they are actively a danger to your home. The problem is when you start seeing rats regularly in your yard, there’s a good chance they are also looking for ways to get into your house or other buildings. All they need is a small hole or gap, and they have a new place to nest -- which is bad news for you. Stay cautious if you start seeing rats in your yard all the time. </p></div>

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Q: Do I need to worry about rats in my yard but not in my house?

• <div><p>Seeing a rat or two isn&rsquo;t uncommon, especially in mild climates. That doesn&rsquo;t mean they are actively a danger to your home. The problem is when you start seeing rats regularly in your yard, there&rsquo;s a good chance they are also looking for ways to get into your house or other buildings. All they need is a small hole or gap, and they have a new place to nest -- which is bad news for you. Stay cautious if you start seeing rats in your yard all the time. </p></div>

Q: Can carpet beetles be in your bed?

• <div><p>Carpet beetles don&rsquo;t seek shelter in mattresses like bed bugs do, but there still may be sources of food, like the fabric of your sheets and blankets, that attract carpet beetles. Because these pests munch on plant-based materials, you could still find one in your bed as it&rsquo;s searching for food.</p></div>

Q: Will a wasp sting you if you stand still?

• <div><p>A wasp is less likely to sting you if you remain still and calm when it lands on your or flies around you. Most wasps only sting when they feel threatened or disturbed, which is how they may interpret rapid movement or swatting. This is why it&rsquo;s best to suppress movement and wait for the wasp to fly away. </p></div>

Q: How long does it take to fully get rid of bed bugs?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren&rsquo;t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.</p></div>

Q: Why are wasps so aggressive?

• <div><p>Wasps are aggressive to protect their nests. Although they are deemed aggressive, they only act that way when they feel their nests are threatened. They can also act aggressive when there is a lack of food available. Most wasps will leave you alone if you stay clear of their nests.</p></div>

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Last update on April 18, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
Ben and Alex did a great job. They did not try to upsell as some other companies did. I found them honest and trustworthy. Ben gave us a quote and they were back to replace our gutters in less than a week. They finished the job in a timely manner and cleaned up including blowing off my roof...
County 2 County LLC
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Reviewed in March 2026
The people that fitted the windows done such a bad job that they leak,the windows are crap and very bad made,even have mold on the inside,and most have only one screw holding in the windows, they will not honor the 50 year warranty. They also told me the mold on their windows on the inside of my...
DaBella - Spokane (Roofing)
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Reviewed in October 2025
I was very satisfied with the work they did for us. We were selling a farm house property and at the last minute the buyer's mortgage company required that a large dilapidated barn be removed before the sale could close. Because of our short timeline and the location's rural location, we had a...
TILT Excavation and Land Clearing
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Reviewed in July 2025
Great service. Quick in and out. Fantastic work. All around I was very impressed with the whole process from consultation to end product. Our shower is absolutely awesome! Highly recommend Re bath for your bathroom remodel!
Rebath of Tri Cities
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Reviewed in February 2025
Very hard working!!! And done in a very professional manner and attention to detail!! Definitely would highly recommend and hire again!! Great work!!
Top Rocket Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in November 2023
Excellent service, very though and left a very clean site
VRC Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Professional and friendly. I really got the sense he actually wanted to do a good job and save me money. I was extremely happy with his knowledge and skills. Thank you again Mr. Johnston!
Johnston Family Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2020
I know Deanna and would hire her in a minute if I lived closer. Her morals and professionalism are top notch. I have seen her work and her strong attention to detail. I would recommend her to all my family and friends.
Knock-Knock Housekeeping
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Reviewed in June 2015
i called this company and left a message and did not hear from them at all. i called them again 3 days later and poor customer service from the start. when they answered the phone they did not say the name of the company, i asked if i had the right number and he said i did. he had to turn the...
Leisure Time Lawn Service
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Reviewed in March 2015
they wanted to charge me $149.99 just to drive out to Wellton to give me an estimate. I think that is outragious. Wellton from Yuma is only 22 miles. <br /> I dont think so.
Area Plumbing
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All Safe Pest Control

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Serving Lind, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They picked up my washer and drier from where I purchased it and took it to my rental property. Did a great job on making everything was secure and placed it where I needed it in the property."

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

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Pest Control - Bugs and InsectsPest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Birds and Bats - For Business+5 more

Serving Lind, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"He arrived early, went right to work and got the job done. He removed a bald faced hornets nest that was near our front door. I would hire him back for any pest removal issues, great job."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate97%

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Terminix® Pest Control

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Serving Lind, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1927

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"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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Mosquito ControlPest Control - Bed BugsPest Control - Bugs and Insects+3 more

Serving Lind, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"Attention to detail. Explained chemicals used. What they treated. What to expect. The life cycles of the insects he was eradicating. Highly recommend"

Response time1 day

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Lind, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"United Air Temp was able to procure a replacement furnace controller board in a couple of days and Zachary was out within 4 days of the initial visit. The furnace now works very well."

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Seeing a rat or two isn’t uncommon, especially in mild climates. That doesn’t mean they are actively a danger to your home. The problem is when you start seeing rats regularly in your yard, there’s a good chance they are also looking for ways to get into your house or other buildings. All they need is a small hole or gap, and they have a new place to nest -- which is bad news for you. Stay cautious if you start seeing rats in your yard all the time.

Carpet beetles don’t seek shelter in mattresses like bed bugs do, but there still may be sources of food, like the fabric of your sheets and blankets, that attract carpet beetles. Because these pests munch on plant-based materials, you could still find one in your bed as it’s searching for food.

A wasp is less likely to sting you if you remain still and calm when it lands on your or flies around you. Most wasps only sting when they feel threatened or disturbed, which is how they may interpret rapid movement or swatting. This is why it’s best to suppress movement and wait for the wasp to fly away.

It’s difficult to be sure bed bugs are gone, especially with DIY methods. Any treatment you use should also include dedicated beg bug traps to pick up stragglers and help you monitor how many are left. It usually takes around three weeks to clean up remaining bed bugs and make sure they aren’t returning any time soon. Hiring a bed bug exterminator can decrease the amount of time it takes to remove these pests.

Wasps are aggressive to protect their nests. Although they are deemed aggressive, they only act that way when they feel their nests are threatened. They can also act aggressive when there is a lack of food available. Most wasps will leave you alone if you stay clear of their nests.

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