Pest Advice Blog

While you may have heard of the queen and worker bees, do you know what the function of the drone bee is? Drones play an important role in the colony and help to perpetuate the species. Here’s everything you need to know about drone bees and how …

When many people picture fleas, they think of them being on the family pet. While fleas on pets can certainly be a problem, research shows that 95% of fleas in your house aren’t on your pet at all. Think of fleas on your pet as the tip of an …

The fear with which many people regard spiders is often exaggerated. Yes, some spiders have venom potent enough to harm a human, but most spiders do not bite at all unless provoked by a disturbance of their webs or nests. The real concern with …

Bumblebees and honey bees are an important part of our ecosystem. They pollinate all types of crops, from cotton, fruit trees, sunflowers and many more. Bees make honey, beeswax, and royal jelly, all important products to humans. Your garden would …

Although it’s rare for mice to bite humans, it’s important to understand what to do if this occurs. Keep reading to find out what to do if you get bitten by a mouse and how mice removal services can help eliminate them from your property. Do Mice …

The queen ant is arguably the most important ant in the colony, as she’s responsible for perpetuating her species. Here’s what you need to know about queen ants and how ant removal services can help you safely and humanely remove them from your …

Bed bugs are pesky little insects that can quickly overtake your home without intervention. You want to be able to sleep in peace without these annoying creatures leaving itchy bites all over your body, so as soon as you notice any signs of bed bugs …

As you can tell from their name, roof rats are known for finding shelter in the uppermost parts of buildings. Here’s everything you need to know about roof rats and how rodent removal services can help you permanently remove them from your home. …

Because many insects have such short lifespans, homeowners may be tempted to assume that bed bugs do, too. Unfortunately, wishful thinking can be dangerous when it comes to these mattress-dwelling critters. The lifecycle of the bed bug can make it …

Living in Barrie, with its lovely views of Kempenfelt Bay and its many parks and nature trails, provides homeowners like yourself the opportunity to appreciate all the nature the area has to offer, from small mammals to insects, such as wasps. …

No one likes mosquitoes. From candles and nets to sprays and creams, people are willing to try just about any means of mosquito control to ward off these pervasive and persistent pests. A cloud of mosquitoes can quickly ruin a pleasant outdoor …

It is easy to think of rats as blundering, solitary animals that also happen to procreate with astonishing speed. However, this picture of them denies credit for how incredibly social, enterprising and resilient they can be. As fellow mammals, rats …