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I bought some plastic pot inserts from Amazon. They’re definitely hostile but they get the job done.
Cat Scat Spike Strips (24Pack) -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YTPB7H2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Hornets, wasps, yellow jackets... From what I understand / know, they're all territorial insects.
We had a severe wasp problem around our home. Bought some of these things and hung them in random places around the yard.
6 Pack Wasp Nest Decoy Safe Hanging Wasp Deterrent for Hornets Yellow Jackets https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B088CVZR8V/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_9S76AT5YB0BJ16NNBPMB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
We still see a stray one here and there, but, it drastically reduced their presence in our yard.
If you don’t plan on living there much longer then don’t stress yourself about someone else’s problem. And you’re right, it’s silly for her to see a blatant problem and try to ignore it. The cost of repairing termite damage will be far more expensive than fumigation. I would spot treat obvious places with something like this TERRO T1901-6 Carpenter Ant & Termite Killer, Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D6WVZ9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SET54W7KEYKVXHK4JDQR to slow the droppings until you are out of there!
Okay so I didn't see it posted yet but the best deterrent to birds crashing into your windows at every level is cut out owl pictures. If you want to be fancy and have the room, these statues would be excellent outdoors
Hausse 2 Pack Fake Horned Owl Bird Scarecrow Decoy, Plastic Owl Bird Deterrents, Halloween Outdoor Decoration, Nature Enemy Pest Repellent for Outdoor Garden Yard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087X7XXJL/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_TTRSG40FA0DGQKQV1GS5
But don't do like my elderly friend did, and crochet something colorful and owl shaped. That doesn't work.
In office buildings and houses just print out a full page sized owl in graphic detail and tape it up facing out. Animals not harming themselves and your property is more important than what your neighbor thinks about the fierce faced owl in your window
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Hot Shot Wasp And Hornet Killer 14 Ounces, Aerosol, Up to 27-Foot Jet Spray, Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008FLGJT2 https://linktr.ee/AmazingDeals.com
Couple of things to try
Put the bird feeders in a big open area away from bushes where cats can hide.
Placing a 12 inch or so tall net fence around the area of the feeder. This way when the cat charges the birds on the ground under the feeder the cat must jump the fence before getting to the birds.
The mat shouldn't bother the birds. You can also use pointy twigs, or dried blackberry vines under the feeder.
The product "Shake-away coyote/fox urine" makes a cat deturent. Its a bit stinky and needs to be refreshed after rain. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005VZYCPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_HW9BKE5KGJG7BFE360A7?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Good luck!
is this outdoor?
dump the water out or use something like this
Bonide Products INC 5612 Mosquito Beater, 1.5 lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UJTBWE/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_CR713TJ64H0VAM00PNQ6
I used this bird repellant in some areas, and it worked. Unfortunately, you don't want this sticky stuff getting everywhere, so you still have to be careful about application.
What actually worked the best for me was finding where they slept at night and blasting them awake with cold garden hose water. I did it a couple times and they no longer roost above my bedroom window. :)
NTA. Talk to your neighbor and explain it’s a liability and you also don’t want to hear your dogs barking. If they continue to do it, you could get something like this spiky pet mat. You could put it on the swing, run a chain through it and put a lock on it. Ugly, but would probably do the trick.
Get one of these from Amazon. https://www.amazon.ca/Repeller-Ultrasonic-Aspectek-Sentinel-Frequency/dp/B006YD7BZY/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2OWO5H1KRVAFB&keywords=electronic+rodent+repeller&qid=1553120895&s=gateway&sprefix=electronic+rodent+%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-9
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I had a family of racoons move into my garden shed. I set this up and it chased them out within minutes. Kept it set up for about a week just to make sure. Never saw them again. This also works on birds, give it a try.
If you can't afford professionals to clean it out here's what you can try. You'll have to do this for all affected rooms, the whole house to be safe.
Check your outlets with a flashlight, they make nests there. When you find an infested one (looks dirty inside/full of something) tape it shut. All around. These guys are tiny so do your best to make the tape smooth. Tape any other cracks or holes where you've seen them. Check your mattress. This is the tough thing. Your mattress will have to be thrown out if its infested. If it's not at all, get a cover asap. Move your bed a good few inches from the wall. Everything else fabric too. Ortho Home Defense Bed Bug Spray is your friend. I checked, it's safe for pets. My dog was and is fine. So is my child who was a very tiny baby at the time. Amazon Link. Its 8 dollars, you might can find it elsewhere too. Spray this on bed posts, sofa/chair leg posts. Whatever they might crawl up. Spray it everywhere you've seen them. It will look greasy for a bit but I have had no staining problems. Stay vigilant. Spray when and where you see them. Dry clothes and bedding on HIGH heat when you do laundry.
Oh, we never left the lights off completely. Its rought but even a little light (fairy string lights) was useful I think.
Best advice I can give you. We moved into an apartment with bedbugs and haven't seen any in almost a year since doing this. We only had to fight it about a month. Hope it goes well for you/hope any of this was helpful. Good luck.
So I searched for Carpenter Ants in the Q&A section of the Amazon link you provided above and it looks like Terro's customer service recommends a different product Carpenter Ants:
Bird-X Repellent Gel? Amazon customer review:
> I used this on a political sign on my private property. It is great for deterring thieves as it is like Vaseline mixed with tree SAP. It will ruin any clothes and takes forever to get off skin.
I use this stuff in my yard. Seems to keep them to a minimum, and then we put on bug spray and have a citronella candle going if we hang out outside.
https://www.amazon.com/Bonide-Mosquito-Beater-Granules-lbs/dp/B000UJTBWE/
If you can find it in store it's cheaper than Amazon. My last bottle I got from Home Depot but I don't know if they carry it anymore
Kojotov urin u granulama Ne zezam se , bolje ovo nego da naškodiš mačkama https://www.amazon.com/Shake-5006458-Coyote-Urine-Granules/dp/B005VZYCPS#:~:text=Product%20description&text=Shake%20Away's%20patented%20formula%20uses,leave%20and%20avoid%20that%20area. Description This formula is incredibly effective in repelling domestic and feral cats.
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I bought THESE because of that post. I had a horrible wasp problem from last year and I don't want them back.