Will termite treatments kill ants too?

Each year ants and termites plague homeowners in much the same way. Both carpenter ants and termites can cause wide-scale destruction to the wood supporting your home.

How long does the average mosquito live?

Since females are infinitely more useful than males, at least as far as mosquitoes go, a female mosquito lives considerably longer than the male does.

How many pest control sessions are needed to clear an infestation?

While certain infestations may require a couple of treatments, other infestations may require a service plan that reduces the pest population on an ongoing basis. This depends on the type of infestation.

How much do pest control services cost?

Amco Ranger offers guaranteed pest control programs as low as $55 per month for most homes. We have several options and can also create custom services to suit your needs.

Are your services safe for kids and pets?

Yes. Amco Ranger uses only EPA-approved products and strictly follows all application guidelines. Before any product can be used, the EPA must ensure that pesticides are safe for human health and the environment.

What types of pests do your services control?

Our services control all common household and commercial pests – from ants, mosquitoes, and termites, to mice, squirrels, and everything in between. We also specialize in challenging pest problems including brown recluse spiders and bed bugs.

How often should I have pest control services done?

Bugs are a big part of life in Missouri. Since pests never stop looking for food and shelter, services work best when performed on a regular schedule. Six times per year (every other month) about eight to ten weeks apart is ideal for most customers.

Do I have to be home when services are done?

No. Most of our pest and termite control programs are designed to control pests from the outside before they get in. This means fewer pesticides used inside and less scheduling hassle for you.

How do I get started solving or preventing pest problems?

We always recommend starting with our free, no-obligation pest inspection. We can identify your specific pest issues and find the best solutions for you. Your pest-free home or business starts with a call to 636-441-BUGS (2847).

What diseases do mosquitoes carry?

Mosquitoes carry a number of diseases and in many instances, a person may contract one or more of those illnesses with just one bite.

What is attracting mosquitoes to your home?

Mosquitoes are attracted by standing water and outdoor conditions around your property. If mosquitoes are entering your home, the source is usually from outside areas where they breed and gather.

Are there dangerous mosquitoes in Missouri?

When the weather turns warm in Missouri, mosquitoes can invade and make outdoor activities unpleasant. Some species in Missouri are capable of transmitting diseases such as West Nile virus.

Lake St. Louis Wildlife Control

SCHEDULE FREE INSPECTION

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Wildlife often looks for ways to get into homes seeking warmth and a place to live. When they are successful at making their way inside, they defecate and urinate, leaving behind substances and diseases that are very harmful to humans. The best way homeowners can protect themselves is to understand what types of animals typically make their ways in the home, and to know how to recognize the signs that animals have made their way inside. Upon learning that wildlife has made their way in, homeowners should then call a Lake St. Louis wildlife control company that can help them eradicate the pests.

Types of Wildlife that Get Into Homes

Although just about any type of wildlife can make their way into a home when they really want to, there are some pests that are more commonly found in homes than others. These include:

Squirrels: Squirrels are a common sight in Lake St. Louis. As they jump from one rooftop to another and skitter along power lines, they also sometimes find their way into a home. Once there, they can chew through wiring, burrow into sheetrock, and otherwise cause damage.
Raccoons: Although these critters are nocturnal and so many homeowners do not see them, these animals are also very common throughout Lake St. Louis. When the colder months set in, they are sometimes desperate to make their way into a home when they look for a heat source. Raccoons are aggressive, have no fear of humans, and carry many diseases.
Bats: Although bats have many benefits, such as eating their weight in mosquitos every day, there is no benefit to having one inside the home. Bats are also notorious for leaving guano wherever they go and the longer they are inside a home, the more guano they leave behind. This can make it very costly to remove bats, so they should be removed as soon as possible.
Skunks: Skunks pose a significant problem for homeowners. Once inside a home they can spray their unpleasant odor in many places, and skunks also reproduce very quickly.
Rats and mice: Some of the most common wildlife to make their way into homes are rats and mice. They are notorious for reproducing very quickly, with one female mouse producing approximately 140 offspring every year. Even worse, by the time homeowners realize they have a rat or mouse problem, they are already dealing with an infestation.
Possums: Possums are not as commonly found in a home as other creatures, but once they do come inside, they cause huge problems. Possums are extremely aggressive with canine fangs that are very dangerous for humans. Along with the risk of serious injury, possums also transmit diseases that also pose great hazards to people.

It is important to recognize these critters are in a home as soon as possible, which is why it is so crucial that all homeowners know the signs that pests have made their way inside.

Signs that Wildlife is in the Home

As animals move in and around a home, there are often many signs of their presence. These include:

Sounds: The first sign of wildlife homeowners often notice is sound. Although all animals will make some type of noise, the sounds they make differ from each other. Scratching is common among all animals, but mice and rats typically tend to make these scratches in quick bursts. Sounds that are stronger, such as bumps and thumps, indicate that a larger animal is inside, such as a raccoon or as a possum. Due to the size of these animals, these sounds are usually from items in the home being knocked over.
Odors: Wildlife cannot help but be smelly. Not only do they smell by their very nature, but their droppings and urine also release an unpleasant sour odor. When animals die in the home, their carcasses can also release an unpleasant rotting odor.
Droppings: All animals will leave droppings once they are inside a home. However, it is important that homeowners recognize these droppings. Smaller droppings typically indicate a mouse or rat problem, while larger droppings typically means there is a raccoon or possum in the home.

These are just a few of the signs that an animal has made its way into a home. A wildlife control specialist will identify these signs right away and remove these critters from the home.

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Call Our Missouri Wildlife Control Specialists Today

It is incredibly unnerving to realize that you have wildlife making your home theirs as well. When you spot the signs of wildlife in your house, call our Lake St. Louis wildlife control specialists at Amco Ranger today at (636) 224-6099 to schedule a free inspection. We will visit your home, identify what wildlife you are dealing with, and remove them as quickly as possible.

*Listed pricing is for most homes, subject to change, and does not include program start-up fee. Final pricing determined during initial consultation.

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St. Charles, MO

St. Louis, MO

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Cottleville, MO 63304

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