Pest Advice Blog

Common pests like cockroaches and termites aren’t exactly the most charismatic of wild creatures. They can, however, be just as fascinating to learn about as even the lions and wolves people flock to zoos to see. If you need to call residential pest …

If you own a home in Charlottetown, you have likely had to deal with pest problems. .Pests are forever trying to get inside your home to have easy access to food, shelter and water. And who can blame them? Your home has everything they need to …

Everyone can agree that having rodents in your home is an unpleasant experience. Although they may seem like harmless creatures, rodents can damage the structural integrity of your home and even carry infectious diseases. The good news is that there …

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 …