Pest Advice Blog

You may know that a mouse infestation is not a good thing, but you may not see the problem in harbouring a single rodent in your home. How much damage can one mouse cause? The answer may surprise you. Here’s why you should always take quick action …

Patios are nice areas of a home or office building where you can enjoy the outdoors while the weather is nice. However, the presence of pests such as ants and mice can put a damper on your relaxation and good times. These animals are particularly …

Ant control is more important than you think. Carpenter ants are not very good builders, but they are skilled destroyers of beams, decks, and wood. Trying to accomplish carpenter ant removal on your own is not always effective, and may result in a …

If you have subgrade windows in the basement of your home, you probably also have window wells. A window well is essentially a crescent-shaped hole dug in front of the window with a shell, typically made of ribbed plastic or metal, installed along …

As insect pests go, bed bugs are not particularly dangerous, but they can be a major nuisance. About 50% of all people are sensitive to bed bug saliva, meaning that the bites produce a reaction that causes them to become red, raised, and itchy. Even …

An infestation of ants in your home is a troubling situation. Ant traps are a do-it-yourself approach to solving the problem that is easy and affordable, but it is not always the best solution. You may require professional carpenter ant control in …

Sometimes we hear from customers that they do not need a professional mice removal service because they have a dog that chases and eats mice. While this may seem logical and cost-effective, there is more cause for concern than it seems at first. …

Rats are one of the most fear-inducing and off-putting rodents to see in or near your home. If you see a rat, do not wait to call for professional pest control in York Region. It will be well worth your time and money to deal with this problem. What …

In the spring and summer, mosquitoes are most active outside in your yard or neighbourhood. It’s already a challenge to protect yourself from getting mosquito bites when you spend a lot of time outdoors. Another potential problem is when mosquitoes …

As the weather changes, mice begin looking for food and a place to escape the heat, and to them, your house is the perfect sanctuary. If they get inside, mice can chew through valuables and bring in diseases. Don’t wait until you’re scrambling for …

It is a frustrating experience when you have called for mice removal services, the professionals do their job and leave, and then the mice they were supposed to eradicate show up again. Can a mouse infestation return? Yes! What are some things you …

Ground wasps can be like secret, silent spies hiding underneath your yard. Most often disturbed when you’re mowing the grass or trimming weeds, ground wasps can swarm suddenly, seeming to come from nowhere. Use this guide to identify ground wasps, …