Pest Advice Blog

Despite its name, the Norway rat is not from Norway. Rather, Rattus norvegicus (as it is known to biologists) arrived in the Provinces aboard cargo ships arriving from the eastern Mediterranean, the Middle East and India starting almost three …

Pests aren’t just an annoying nuisance — in some cases, they’re harmful or seriously dangerous. If you have pets, the perils of hosting common pests like mice and rats in your home can be even worse than if you live alone. Because pets rarely pay …

Pests are more desperate for a warm place to stay during the coldest months. Having professionals scan and treat your property for pests will help manage infestations before they start. Learn the three primary reasons why pest control is still …

During the fall, spiders look for warm places, such as human homes, in which to spend the colder months of winter. Do-it-yourself solutions such as spider repellent are unlikely to deter them, and the only way you may be able to keep them out …

With the holiday season here, it is often a time to indulge in food. But if you have carpenter ants in your home, they may also be taking an opportunity to feast throughout the festivities. Carpenter ants can often stay active during the winter …

Winter in Canada can be challenging, but one of the upsides is that many of the pests that plague your homes are not active during the winter. Sometimes the cold weather kills them off after they have laid eggs to hatch when the weather warms up …

Spiders are a creepy, tiny, and incredibly diverse group of arachnids. You may dislike them, but they have lived on earth for far longer than humans and are incredibly well adapted for survival. In fact, each sense is so finely tuned for survival in …

Rodents and insects can turn your home into a nightmare when they find access to the interior. When pests invade your property, it’s difficult to determine their population numbers when they’re hidden behind walls, attic spaces and outdoor …

Warmer temperatures in Oakville over the last few months have been more than ideal for enjoying the outdoors. However, warmer weather also means that carpenter ants have had time to be more active. The more hospitable environment gives them time to …

You may have performed a thorough cleaning before Christmas and purchased extra airtight containers in which to store those cookies for Santa to decrease the chance that mice will appear seemingly out of nowhere as they often do. Mice can live in …

Spiders may be synonymous with Halloween for many people — but in your home, you may associate them with damp weather. Why are so many spiders skittering across your floors in the evening, hiding in your laundry basket, and popping out of your …

Maintaining a sanitary workspace is vital for every worker, manager and owner of a commercial kitchen. Every food service worker should practice good hygiene, but commercial kitchen employees have an even greater responsibility for maintaining a …