Pest Advice Blog

Summer is nearly here and that means that insect infestations are just around the corner. Niagara is notorious for several creepy crawlers, particularly ants. Making sure your home is protected during the warmer summer months is essential to keeping …

When bees and wasps make themselves at home in human areas, homeowners often worry — with good reason — that they may develop severe symptoms if stung. Since people generally spend relatively little time outdoors, however, this risk is often …

The summer is here, which means many more buzzing insects in gardens, around flowers, and in many other places. While most people love the smell and sight of freshly blooming flowers, many are less keen on the bees and wasps that arrive too (though …

Whether you are intrigued by insects or strive to keep your distance from them, bees are one type of critter that should not be overlooked. Bees are surprisingly diverse and incredibly important to most ecosystems. While many people may apply the …

Relative to their tiny bodies, bees are some of the most unwelcome guests in modern homes. Since bees and wasps pose a real threat of painful injury, homeowners are often eager to expel their intruders as quickly as possible. The removal process, …

Bees are an ecologically important species; therefore, pest control for bees and wasps in Guelph must be handled delicately. Take carpenter bees, for example. This docile species resembling the bumblebee has an important role to play in plant …

Though most people don’t want to share their home with insects, these little critters play a variety of important roles in the environment. It is estimated that as much as 2% of Earth’s insect population is lost each year. This may sound like good …

The year 2020 was a year unlike any other. The global pandemic took a toll on everyone and everything, and that includes pests. With more people spending more time at home, and fewer restaurants being open, rats especially were on the rise in …

Spring has sprung! The rain is falling, the flowers are blooming and the temperatures are warming up. The winter pests you were dealing with are off finding new outdoor homes, and you’re enjoying spring cleaning without them. Unfortunately, you …

Bees may be tirelessly busy in the spring, summer and early fall months, but these relentless workers take the winter off. There are a few reasons why bees can’t make honey in the winter, so they choose to spend the cold months hibernating and …

For such small creatures, insects have some really incredible abilities. There are insects that are especially nimble, intelligent, fast, and strong. While the feats that they can perform are impressive, they are part of the reason that an …

Canadian winters are tough, but they have perks. Not only can you enjoy picturesque snowy scenery, but cold temperatures slow down pests inside the home. Once spring arrives, though, watch out! Here are the top five pests to look for. If you see any …