Chas Kempf
Chas Kempf
Chas works in a professional pest control company and knows all the nuances of this job. Also, he’s a fantastic tennis player and loves to organize BBQ parties for his family and friends.

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How To Get Rid of Roof Rats: Fast and Effective Methods
Although some people hardly ever have an issue with rat infestations, particular regions of the US are more vulnerable to rodent issues than others. The southern portion of the country and the coastline states are two examples of these regions. If you reside in these areas, roof rats may ...
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Voles vs. Moles: What’s the Difference
People often mistake the rodents causing damage to their lawns or any landscape they own for moles. But in reality, it may be a mole, a vole, or a shrew. Any curious individual would wonder why it is necessary to note the difference between a vole ...
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How to Get Rid Of Black Ants – Permanent Solutions & Home Remedies
We have over 12,000 species of ants worldwide, which can be found almost anywhere on earth. Of those species, you can find different types of ants in the United States. The black ant is also known as the tree ant, sugar ant, or carpenter. These ants live in wooded areas, such as forests and woodlands, but have also ...
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How Long Do Rats Live as Pets and in the Wild?
If you’re considering having a rat as a pet, or you have these pests in your house causing a stir, you might be curious about the lifespan of a rat. Our guide covers the answer to the question, “how long do rats live?” Rats are a part of our life and are seen as adorable pets and disease-carrying pests to others. ...
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How to Get Rid of Armadillos in Your Backyard
If you are someone that lives in the Southwestern United States, the odds are that you have encountered an armadillo. These rugged mammals might appear cute and harmless, but they can actually cause quite a bit of damage to your yard. This is particularly true of any ornamental plants and lawns. These small critters ...
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How Long Can a Rat Live Without Food? Dealing with Pet and Wild Rats
If you're having trouble with rats in your house, you're probably wondering, “how long can a rat live without food?” Many people believe cutting out a rat's food supply is the best way to get them out of your house, but the question is how long this will take. Since there are different species of rats, their lifespan ...
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How Fast Can a Snake Move – Will You Outrun the Danger?
How fast can a snake move? Snakes slither fast, especially when hunting down prey or when they feel threatened, but we can outrun them. The average human running speed is 20 miles per hour and most snakes slither at an average speed of one to three miles per hour. However, snakes such as the Sidewinder can achieve top ...
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How to Get Rid of Copperhead Snakes Once and For All
Copperhead snakes are among the venomous snakes commonly found in the eastern and mid-southern regions of the U.S. Although they are not aggressive and will slither away when you approach them, finding a copperhead snake in your yard is scary because it can bite you if you step on it or touch it by accident. In ...
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How to Get Rid of Cellar Spiders: 6 Most Effective Methods
The most common types of house spiders, according to bug experts, include the American house spider, wolf spider, hobo spider, brown recluse, yellow sac spider, orb weaver spider, and grass spider. However, if you have lots of dark, secluded areas in your house, like basements, cellars, or even corners in your house ...
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How to Get Rid of Joro Spiders: 4 Most Effective Ways and Tips
The U.S.A. is home to more than 3500 spider species, and it seems that recently one more was added to the list. The Joro spider is a large insect compared to other spider species and is native to Asia, although recently it’s been introduced to the U.S. It seems to have made itself right at home with the population ...