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Many of our customers call us out to deal with raccoons, bats, or squirrels: issues that are usually solved within a few weeks (depending on the season) and with only a few visits from one of our technicians.  Pest issues, however (especially mice), nearly always require more maintenance to keep control over the population.  This can seem discouraging to those who just want their problem solved, but we have a nearly painless method of maintaining control over small rodents.  Therefore, we often recommend our Recurring Services program. Typically, a mouse service starts with an initial inspection. The technician will write up an estimate for a rodenticide application, determine the number of exterior and garage bait stations (containing rodenticide) required, and the seal work to be done.  The rodenticide treatment and the bait stations can usually be done at the same visit, and two weeks later, the technician will return to…

As summer comes to a close, these pests have fully matured and are ready to invade your home. Insects Galore What insects are out in September? The question should be what insects aren’t out in September! Bald faced hornets, yellowjackets, earwigs, ants, spiders and more are all on the move, many of them having their last hurrah before it gets cold. Fortunately, Creature Control has years of experience handling everything the insect world can throw at us. If you’re having an issue, give us a call. Contact Us Red Squirrel Rampage We are approaching the season when red squirrels have their second litter of the year. That means they want to den in your attic! Red squirrels can be incredibly destructive; we call them “chainsaws with paws.” If you’re dealing with a red squirrel problem, you will most likely need exclusion trapping to evict them. Click the link below to learn more…

There is nothing more disturbing then waking up in the middle of the night to something scurrying over you.  For most of us we instantly get up, squash it, and flush the remains down the toilet making sure to note we need to call Creature Control in the morning.  Well, Michigan State University is reminding people that not all insects you find inside your home are harmful.  House centipedes, although creepy are actually beneficial as they feed on spiders and other small arthropods that enjoy living inside. No matter how beneficial house centipedes can be some of us are unnerved by the presence of these quick little buggers.  Not only do they have 15 legs, they also house to long antennas on their heads, and two long antennae like appendages coming from their bottoms.   If you are one of the many Michigan homeowners that don’t really appreciate the presence of…