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Q: What baits are unsafe or illegal to use for possums?

• <div><p>You should never use toxic baits or poisons, such as rodenticides designed for mice and rats, to kill or trap possums. Using these toxicants is illegal in many areas and can lead to fines or other penalties. Furthermore, these poisons can cause unnecessary suffering for the animal and pose a significant risk of accidental poisoning to pets or other neighborhood wildlife. Instead of using poisons, it is best to stick with humane methods like live trapping.</p></div>

Q: Why hire a professional for rodent control?

• <div><p>Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.</p></div>

Q: What scents are most effective at deterring squirrels?

• <div><p>Squirrels rely heavily on their sense of smell and are deterred by a variety of scents. Some of the most effective smells for repelling them include peppermint oil, coffee grounds, white vinegar, garlic, cinnamon, rosemary, and predator urine. They also have a strong aversion to capsaicin, the compound that makes chili peppers hot, making capsaicin-based sprays an effective repellent for areas like gardens or bird feeders. For a DIY solution, you can create a spray from garlic and vinegar and apply it daily. Additionally, squirrels dislike strong, fresh scents, so placing items like strong-smelling soaps or dryer sheets in areas they frequent can also help keep them away.</p></div>

Q: Are water bugs just big roaches?

• <div><p>No, water bugs are not big roaches. Water bugs and cockroaches are different insects entirely, belonging to different orders. They are often confused for one another because they are similar in appearance, but water bugs and cockroaches have close-up differences in how they look, plus they behave and feed in very different ways.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals identify the signs of bug infestations more accurately?

• <div><p>Trained eyes spot subtle indicators amateurs might miss, ensuring issues are addressed before they escalate.</p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Bonnie is absolutely wonderful! She worked hard and paid attention to detail on every household cleaning that I needed her to do. She showed up, worked hard, and the icing on the cake ?she was friendly too?. Bonnie helped me on multiple occasions, sometimes on short notice. I highly...
Bonnie's Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in April 2025
Triple H Roofing did an AMAZING job on our roof! We have a pretty big roof and they finished it in one day! They were great to work with and I would recommend them to everyone! They also have a drone to take pictures of the houses they do which is so cool. If you need someone to shingle your...
Triple H Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
Robby, Logan and Mason at Basement Authority did a wonderful and professional job for us. They were on time, answered all of our questions and made sure that we were informed and comfortable with all the steps taken during our project (crawl space encapsulation). I would highly recommend them.
Groundworks
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Reviewed in June 2023
Excellent!!! The tree that was removed (estimated 100 years old) had a very large hole in the bottom causing rot. The tree was also leaning significantly towards my home, causing a high risk of danger. The Bearded Tree company came promptly as well as removing the tree quickly and efficiently....
The bearded tree guy LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Great. Bradley was really nice and quick with what he done! He even sprayed the ceiling of the basement because the spiders were so bad. We appreciate him calling us and being quick to get the job done. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
Bramar Pest Management
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Reviewed in September 2022
Prompt and professional service for my lawn mowing job. Would definitely recommend.
Putnam Lawn Service, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2021
They went above and beyond. They cleaned up after the job. They gave me more than what I expected.
United Insulation, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
Keith with advance water solutions was awesome! Canâ t say enough great things about him. I more then highly recommend him to install a water softener system in anyoneâ s home! He came to my house and tested the water, gave me what he recommended as well as a quote, I accepted and a few days...
Advanced Water Systems of SCGA, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
They are reliable and does a great job!
Ogden Pressure Washing - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in May 2021
If you have trees needing removal I highly recommend this company. We got a quick written estimate for the job, within 2 days of initially calling. The price was extremely competitive, and we were kept informed of progress as well as any issues. We had eight pine trees removed so this was a...
Tri-Lakes Tree Service and Bucket Truck
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Serving Beverly, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1921

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"We have always been pleased with the great service we receive from Ehrlich Pest Control."

Recommended by89%of homeowners

Serving Beverly, WV 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."

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Patriot Pest Control LLC

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Serving Beverly, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Offers commercial services

"Dick at Patriot Pest Control is awesome! Great pricing, does a thorough job, if there are any issues he's ready to jump on it right away. I had a few options when choosing which pest control company I wanted to sign a contract for with my business. Patriot Pest Control out-shined the other companies in my area."

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Beverly, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

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"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."

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Bramar Pest Management

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Serving Beverly, WV and surrounding areas

Commercial and residential pest control services. Competitive prices, quality work, top notch customer service, and all work is guaranteed.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Beverly, WV 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 by33%of homeowners

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Serving Beverly, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"There was still rattling the first time I used the washing machine after the service. Dial for the settings broke when I tried to use it."

Recommended by65%of homeowners

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

You should never use toxic baits or poisons, such as rodenticides designed for mice and rats, to kill or trap possums. Using these toxicants is illegal in many areas and can lead to fines or other penalties. Furthermore, these poisons can cause unnecessary suffering for the animal and pose a significant risk of accidental poisoning to pets or other neighborhood wildlife. Instead of using poisons, it is best to stick with humane methods like live trapping.

Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.

Squirrels rely heavily on their sense of smell and are deterred by a variety of scents. Some of the most effective smells for repelling them include peppermint oil, coffee grounds, white vinegar, garlic, cinnamon, rosemary, and predator urine. They also have a strong aversion to capsaicin, the compound that makes chili peppers hot, making capsaicin-based sprays an effective repellent for areas like gardens or bird feeders. For a DIY solution, you can create a spray from garlic and vinegar and apply it daily. Additionally, squirrels dislike strong, fresh scents, so placing items like strong-smelling soaps or dryer sheets in areas they frequent can also help keep them away.

No, water bugs are not big roaches. Water bugs and cockroaches are different insects entirely, belonging to different orders. They are often confused for one another because they are similar in appearance, but water bugs and cockroaches have close-up differences in how they look, plus they behave and feed in very different ways.

Trained eyes spot subtle indicators amateurs might miss, ensuring issues are addressed before they escalate.

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