Pest Advice Blog

You’ve just noticed a trail of tiny, black mouse droppings near the door of your storage area. What do you do? Your first instinct may be to panic — after all, your Christmas decorations, boxes of old clothes, and extra blankets are all in that room …

No one wants to share their home with mice, but unfortunately, rodents are attracted to easy sources of food. They can often be found raiding your kitchen for food if you do not store edible items properly. One of the best ways to discourage mice …

Many myths and legends surround spiders, some of which are true. One of these is that all spiders have eight eyes. However, there is one example of myth not based in reality. In fact, there are many different types of spiders with varying numbers of …

Bed bug control in York is non-negotiable if you have an infestation. Without intervention, the infestation will just get bigger, which means more itchy bites with the potential to become infected. A bed bug infestation is not a reflection of your …

Do you have to worry about spiders less during the winter? Or do you have a greater need for spider removal in Kitchener because they are looking for shelter from the cold? Some animals seek winter shelter in human homes, but spiders usually aren’t …

In theory, ultrasonic rodent repellents sound like a brilliant way to achieve mice control in Niagara. They are purported to prevent mice infestation by making the home an inhospitable environment for rodents without physically harming them. …

Do-it-yourself pest control can turn out to be a daunting task. You have to be knowledgeable about pests and how to identify them and manage hazardous chemicals safely. Even if you’re an expert in pest control and chemistry, there are countless …

If you find a pile of sawdust under a cabinet or at the base of your wall, you may be confused. You haven’t been building anything or sanding wood in your home. Then, you might realize what wood shavings could mean. Is it termites? Should you call …

Having a gorgeous, fragrant Christmas tree at the centerpiece of your holiday display is a wonderful thing for most homeowners. When you bring a large tree into your home, there is always the chance that you may have a few hitchhikers, such as ants …

Did you know there are nearly 1,400 species of spiders throughout Canada? These fascinating eight-legged creatures survive in nearly any environment, but they have also learned to live near or with humans for warmth, food sources and the moisture …

In the interest of bed bug control, you have to be careful what you bring into your home from the outside. Does this extend to Christmas trees? Could those visions of sugarplums dancing in your head be interrupted with painful bed bug bites? There …

A lot of people don’t like spiders and seek out spider control in Niagara when they become nuisances. Can you use colour to repel spiders from your home? Are there some colours that spiders like or dislike more than others? How Do Spiders See? …