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If you've ever been woken up at night by sounds of a critter scurrying around in your attic, you know the feeling of dread that comes along with the experience. What the heck is up there? And what kind of damage is being done? With the colder weather setting in, now's the time when homeowners are likely to experience uninvited house guests such as rodents and other unwanted mammals. This week, we're talking raccoon infestations . Read on to learn about how raccoons can find their way into your home, the damage they can cause, and how to get rid of them.  Do You Have Raccoons? Common signs that raccoons might be on your property include noises on the roof or in the attic or chimney. If you notice droppings, tracks or signs of feeding in your home, it's likely that you have raccoons. Because they're nocturnal, you'll typically see them out at night, especially around food sources, like your trash cans.  Raccoons and Roof Damage Roof damage is often the result of r...

With Easter behind us, we hope that you had a pleasant visit from the Easter Bunny and enjoyed celebrating the holiday with family and friends. Now, if that fuzzy lovable Easter Bunny brought some uninvited friends with him, you may be noticing some lawn damage that you didn't ask for. While rabbits are adorable and typically good-natured, wild rabbits do have a few bad habits that can cause chaos to your lawn. Take a look at some of the ways rabbits can damage your yard. How Rabbits Can Ruin Your Yard The damage they can create can lead to big problems for yards and even shrubs. They not only chew grass down to the root, but the concentration of urine frequently creates brown and dying areas, making it harder for the grass to recover. When grass is dormant in winter, there is no chance for a recovery – meaning the rabbits’ feeding and excretions can kill areas of the lawn. Once this damage starts it tends to progress because rabbits like to feed in the same areas, and wi...

Best Pest Control at the Lake of the Ozarks loves our customers. When our trained technicians treat your house for pests, they always do it as if they are treating their very own home. Customer satisfaction is one of the most important things to us, and we greatly appreciate it when people take the time to give us feedback. Here is what a few of our clients have to say about the best exterminators at the Lake of the Ozarks . Customer Testimonials "Thank you Best Pest for your excellent service. I am so happy to not have to worry about spiders and bugs in my house or on my outside deck. You truly are BEST!!" ~ Barbara Ruehter    "I've moved a few times now here at the lake and I ALWAYS call on Best Pest! Last place was crawling with brown recluses and they REALLY helped me get control of them! Thank you guys sooo much for helping my family and I with that nightmare!♡" ~ Katherine Farrow  "They have earned the right to call themselves ...

Just because our name is  Best Pest Control at the Lake of the Ozarks , doesn't mean we only offer pest control services. In fact, we're here for more than just spraying for bugs around your house. We offer a wide variety of pest control services for both your home and your dock, as well as a few other home improvement and repair services. Our goal is to help make all areas of your humble abode nice and livable. Pest Control, Animal Control, and Weed Control We'll keep all kinds of critters, from bugs like ants to animals like raccoons, out of your living areas and away from your family. And don't worry about those annoying weeds. That's something that we can easily spray for, too. Our services include: Spider Control for Your Home and Dock Ant Control Mosquito Control Termite Inspections & Treatment Live Trapping Weed Control Lawn Spraying Best Pest Control offers a full line of organic pest control products. All of the chemicals that we...

The Lake of the Ozarks is home to many different pests, from wasps and mosquitos to groundhogs and armadillos. As you prepare your lawn this spring season, you may find that a critter has taken up residence nearby. If you stumble across a critter destroying your yard, contact a company that provides live animal trapping at the Lake of the Ozarks . Best Pest Control can trap these pests and prevent further damage from occurring. Below are some common critters we see scurrying around the Lake of the Ozarks. Groundhogs During the early spring, groundhogs are most active during the warm parts of the day. However, during the late spring or summer, their days are spent in their cool burrows and feeding occurs during the early morning and dusk. Their burrow system is located about 2-4 feet underground and could extend 15-25 horizontally. You may find groundhogs beneath homes, patios, under decks, garages and stored lumber. Moles Moles are active year-round. However, the females pro...

It's no surprise that summer is the prime season for pests. Insects are out and about, flies and mosquitos buzz into your home through open doors and window and rodents scurry around lawns and fields. All these things have you turning to the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks .  Although we see the majority of pest related problems during the summer, that doesn't mean they are completely gone in the winter. In fact, the cold weather actually makes pests more likely to seek warm and shelter in your home. So which pests should we be aware of this winter? Rodents During the winter, rodents, such as rats and mice, enter homes more often in search of shelter and warmth. They will find their way in by squeezing through holes the size of a quarter or climbing up drain pipes. Not only are they causing damage to your home by gnawing on furnishings and building materials, they also pose a health risk to your family. Exposure to their urine and droppings can tra...

Every year on February 2, the country turns its attention to a small city in Pennsylvania to see if winter is ending. This morning, Punxsutawney Phil predicted that there will be six more weeks of winter. Phil is the weather-forecasting celebrity groundhog that comes out every year and either sees his shadow (six more weeks of winter) or doesn't (an early spring). We trust Phil to let us know if spring is coming early or if we should bundle up for six more weeks of winter, but how much do we know about him? Best Pest Control has 10 fun facts about this famous rodent.  1. The Groundhog Day folklore dates back to 1886, and this year was Punxsutawney Phil's 131 prediction. 2. Punxsutawney Phil was named after King Phillip. Before he was known as Phil, he was called Br'er Groundhog.  3. Since a groundhog hibernates for the winter, the act of it coming out of the ground is a natural sign of spring. In addition to groundhogs, people used to watch for other hibernatin...

Spring will be here before you know it! Our expert team is trained to "get rid" of any pests crawling around your property. We have a defense against all the pests that affect central Missouri so you do not have to worry. However, in addition to pest control, we also offer many other services at the Lake of the Ozarks. From pest and animal control to lawn and home maintenance, Best Pest Control can help you with everything you need to get ready for spring.  Pest Control Services Spring is just around the corner, which means that insects will be out and about more often again. Make sure your home is protected by having regular pest control treatments inside and around your home. In addition to pest control for your home, Best Pest Control can also spray your dock so you won't have to worry about spiders or other pests also enjoying your boat this summer.  - Spider Control for Home & Docks - Ant Control - Mosquito Control - Termite Inspection &...

While many people are out looking for deer, you probably don't like finding them in your own yard. When deer make their way onto your property, they can tear apart your lawn and eat your plants. This time of the year, you are bound to see a few deer making their way out of the forest. Luckily, Lake of the Ozarks' best pest control company has a few things you can do to make sure they don't find their way to your yard.  1. Lawn Decorations Deer are typically very skittish, so it is best to use that to your advantage. Lawn decoration, such as scarecrows, sundials and other lawn ornaments, especially those with moveable parts could keep them out of your yard. They also don't like loud noises, so having windchimes in your yard could also be useful in keeping them away.  2. Fences Fences are one of the best ways to keep deer off of your property. If you decide to put up a fence to keep deer out, make sure it is over 8-foot tall, as deer could jump anything lower. Al...

Around this time of the year, we often hear people predicting how bad of a winter it will be. Many times this prediction is often accompanied by a way of telling how they know. Whether that way is through insects, seeds or animals. At the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks , we want to make sure your home is protected from bugs and weather! Best Pest Control has gathered up five old wives tales, so you can be prepared for whatever winter may bring us. 1. Woolly Bear Caterpillar / Woolly Worm Woolly bear caterpillars are the larval stage of the isabella tiger moth. These worms are found all over the state of Missouri and could possibly be able to predict how harsh the winter will be this year. According to folklore, the size of the band will indicate the harshness of the winter. A wide band suggests a mild, warm winter, while a woolly bear that is predominantly black suggests it will be a cold, harsh winter.  2. Persimmon Seeds This may be one of the ...

Seeing deer in the yard can be exciting, unless that yard has a garden. If that is the case, then you might be more worried about them messing up your flowers and/or vegetables. If you aren’t sure how to get rid of the deer, you’re in luck. Best Pest Control has 6 tips on how to deter deer from your garden. 1. Plant What Deer Dislike Deer, if hungry or curious enough, will eat almost anything. No plants are guaranteed to repel deer, but it is worth a shot! Plants that deer dislike the most include thorny plants and those with fuzzy or leathery leaves, not including rose bushes. They also are known to not like ornamental grasses, irises, foxgloves, yucca, and herbs and plants with a strong fragrance, such as sage, chives, lemon balm, bee balm, etc. However, this all depends on the season, the plant, the weather and the availability of other foods. Deer tend to eat more in the fall to help build up fat to get them through the harsh winter months. As herbivores though, deer ...