Pest Advice Blog

Bed bugs aren’t a unique problem. These tiny insects are found everywhere, but Hamilton is in a bit of a pickle. Results from a 2018 study puts the city at No. 7 on their list of top bed bug infested cities. It’s an unsavory designation, no doubt; …

If you’ve ever wondered how rats find themselves in odd places way up high, the answer is that rats are excellent climbers. They can climb any surface that has texture. They’re good at climbing brick, concrete, plastic, wood, stucco, sheet metal, …

Despite the high level of structural damage carpenter ants can do to buildings, they are valuable insects. Out in nature, they chew wood creating tunnels to make their nests. This chewed up wood become fine sawdust, which eventually rots and …

Waking up with an insect bite is unpleasant, but it may also be a sign for something a bit more troubling, namely: Bed bugs. Given the rise of reported bed bugs in Niagara, homeowners need to be more vigilant in their everyday lives. If you’re …

Rats in and around your property can be extremely frustrating to homeowners.  It is early morning; you open your door and notice a dead rat on your lawn. You quickly dispose of it without giving it much thought. After time, however, this becomes …

To most people cockroaches are really disgusting but they are also transmitters of several diseases. It’s not unusual to see them in your bathroom and kitchen as there are plenty of good  hiding spots. You can be assured that once you catch a …

Do Wasps Bite or Sting? Wasps are very defensive and their sting can be deadly for some people. Most wasps are predators and feed on other insects. Wasps usually sting humans but will also bite people if they feel threatened. The aerial nesters and …

When it comes to the damage that carpenter ants and termites cause to your home, it can be easy to get the two insects confused. And the similarities don’t stop there! Both of them look very similar and both will establish colonies inside your home. …

Many insects are very small to the human eye and can be easily mistaken for other pests if you don’t know what to look for. It is important to know what your dealing with if you have a pest problem so that the right pest control plan can be …

As you prepare your backyard for some summertime fun, mosquitoes are doing the same. They’re the unwelcome guests that buzz around a little too close or leave you with itchy bumps that demand your attention. Mosquitoes are certainly a party killer …

Bed bugs are an absolute nightmare for homeowners. These pint-sized insects have earned their reputation over the decades by being persistent, evasive, and difficult to control. Once an infestation starts, you’re only left wondering how these pesky …

You’ve found small, red marks on your skin and you’re afraid of where they are coming from? After finding even more reddish bumps in a small cluster on your skin which you can’t seem to stop itching, your fears are confirmed. Despite your home being …