Pest Advice Blog

If you feel that you are seeing more insects or spiders around your home now that it is spring, it is not your imagination. These pests’ activity declines remarkably in the winter and increases in the spring, to the point where you may find yourself …

Bed bugs can get into your home in various ways. The insects may travel on a visitor’s clothing or a piece of furniture. They are so small it is easy for them to go unnoticed. While knowing how the bugs get inside your home is important for …

When spring arrives, you probably feel the urge to deep clean your Cambridge home after the long winter, and this includes ridding it of uninvited arachnid guests. Spiders are adept, adaptable and secretive, which means they can hide away in almost …

The kitchen is a common spot for rodent infestations. Mice and rats may seek shelter from cooler temperatures in the fall and winter in your home and congregate in the kitchen for food and water. Homeowners need to arm themselves with knowledge, …

Millions of Canadians have arachniphobia, so while having a few spiders in your home may have some benefits when it comes to controlling other pests, no one wants to share their home with a full family of arachnids. Partnering with a reputable pest …

Canada is home to many species of ants, including pavement and carpenter ants. Despite the variety of ant species that live and thrive in Canada, homeowners should be aware of three species that are more problematic. If you have carpenter ants, fire …

When it comes to invasive pests, few are as enterprising and clever as spiders. While most species in Ontario pose little threat to humans, some larger ones can inflict painful bites on people and pets, and encountering their webs or egg sacs …

An estimated 80% of crops rely on bees for pollination, making them ecologically and agriculturally important. Bee pest control in Toronto should therefore be approached with caution, relocating the bees if possible and only killing them if …

Carpenter ants are a concern in the spring because this is the time of year when they mate and look for nesting or colony sites. Carpenter ant pest control in Kitchener can help home and business owners prepare their properties for spring, reducing …

Whether you own a home or a commercial dining establishment, you are likely aware of the ill effects of pests that come into areas of the kitchen. Cockroaches are one pest that many people find to be especially nasty, so it is beneficial to know …

Rodents are every restaurant owner’s worst nightmare. Not only are mice and rats notorious for ruining food supplies and damaging property, but they also often carry dangerous diseases that could spread to humans. Restaurants are prime environments …

If you watched Saturday morning cartoons when you were a kid, you likely saw a similar scene play out from week to week: a mouse tempted out of his dwelling with cheese. The visuals seem to play a role in people’s understanding of rodent behaviour, …