Pest Advice Blog

Ew gross. And terrifying. Centipedes are one of the creepiest crawliest bugs around. It’s one of the last things we want to stumble across. Look out in the bathroom and kitchen. Centipedes are attracted to moisture. And many times they’ll wander in …

It may be obvious to contact pest control as early as possible. But, to some this isn’t always the case. They go through all the do-it-yourself steps before realizing they should’ve just called a professional to begin with. Realistically it’s simple …

Large carpenter ant nests actually look pretty cool. They have intricate tunnels and galleries smoothly cut into large segments of wood. It’s common to confuse carpenter ants with termites. However, termites actually eat wood.   Carpenter ants don’t …

When September starts to ease in we see less insects crawling about. A lot of species are eagerly looking for a place to hide-out for the winter. It’s a welcome change from the overpopulation of summer. Different bugs have alternate ways of seeing …

Ontario has a huge variety of wood damaging insects. The first way to prevent any infestation is to identify species that might be a nuisance. Although some eat wood as part of their diet, others dig tunnels for nests. All have equal effects on the …

Bed bugs are the two of the most cringe worthy words. It’s a huge fear to stumble across in your hotel room. Or wake up to constant itching and red bites. They can get into your luggage, on your clothes or skin and find their way back to your home. …

Bed Bugs They’re reddish brown with a flat oval shape. Short antennae and only about 5mm long. Dark eyes that stick out from the rest of the insect. Wing-like structures on either side of the head. Baby bed bugs look the same, but are only about the …

Ants are everywhere. We see them all the time. On the sidewalk. On the driveway. Never think much about it. But, in the winter they look for a warm place to nest. Your home or building is key to survival. Consistent temperature and food source can …

Hornets are one of the downfalls of summer. It seems like everyone’s afraid. Picnics are an event for the brave. Getting stung is what most of us are concerned about. Here’s 10 ways to prevent hornet stings. Think about what you’re going to wear. If …

A buzz flutters passed your ear. Out the corner of your eye there’s a hovering black ball. It comes close and gets your attention. Your first reaction is to swat. Your day outside is dampened by the terrifying wasp. Eating outside has become a feat …

Wait. Is that a flying ant? I didn’t think ants flew here in Port Elgin. Usually I see them scurrying around the sidewalk. This one is flying. During the summer months it’s not uncommon to see flying ants. Also known as alates, flying ants are male …

In 2014, CBC reported a noticeable rise in Halifax’s carpenter ant population. During warmer months the ants come out to drill into wood damaging homes. Carpenter ants are always a regular problem around the city.  Neighbourhoods become infested …