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October 21, 2025
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How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your Home and Yard

Squirrels may be cute and fluffy, but they belong to the rodent family. That means they’re right up there with mice and rats. Unlike their furry […]
October 21, 2025
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Boxelder Bug: The Fall Invader Taking Over Your Minnesota Home

When fall arrives in Minnesota, some things remain the same: The air turns cool, the trees glow with color, and the boxelder bugs return. Easily recognized […]
September 11, 2025
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How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your Home and Garden

Squirrels may look cute when they’re leaping from tree to tree, but they can quickly turn into a nuisance around your home. Squirrels are a type […]
July 31, 2025
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How Long Does Skunk Smell Last?

If you’ve ever had the misfortune of being sprayed by a skunk or have had your pet come home smelling like rotten eggs, you know just […]
May 20, 2025

Pantry Pests: Tips to Pest-Proof Your Pantry and Keep Food Bugs Out

It’s morning, and you’re headed to the pantry to pick out your favorite cereal. You open the package and find that your favorite breakfast is crawling […]
April 17, 2025
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Debunking Common Pest Control Myths: What Homeowners Really Need to Know

When it comes to pests, there’s no shortage of common myths and misinformation, especially online. From old wives’ tales (penny in a bag of water) to […]
March 27, 2025
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Tick Season is Coming: Implementing Tick Control for a Safer Summer

Tick season is around the corner. As Minnesota warms up, tick season returns, bringing potential tick infestation risks for your family members and pets. Before tick […]
March 20, 2025

Advice From Your Go-To Ant Exterminator: How to Keep Ants Out of Your Minnesota Home

As temperatures rise, ants become more active—and for Minnesota homeowners, that means an increase in ant infestations. The state’s warm, humid climate creates the perfect conditions […]
February 28, 2025
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Where Do Moles Go in The Winter?

With the help of Valor Pest Solutions, no matter the season, you can count on a pest-free home. But, if you’ve never used professional pest control, […]
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