Pest Advice Blog

Carpenter ants have made finding sneaky spots to lay their eggs in Toronto homes into an art form. These unwelcome guests are not just looking for a temporary stay; they’re setting up for the long haul, turning your cozy nook into a bustling nursery …

Carpenter ants, known for their distinctive black or red colouring and large size, are common invaders in many homes. These insects are particularly problematic as they not only infest wood but can also bite humans. While carpenter ant bites are not …

Discovering guests in your home with more than two legs can be a startling revelation, particularly when you spot the distinctive carpenter ants with wings gliding their way through your living space. Our homes in Guelph, sought after for their …

  Carpenter ants are a common pest found during the spring season. These ants are known for their destructive tendencies and can cause significant damage to wooden structures. Understanding the life cycle of carpenter ants and their activity …

Spring brings joy and warmth after the long winter months. However, with a change of weather, we also experience a change in the natural world. One such change is the emergence of carpenter ants, a common and destructive pest that can cause …

As the flowers begin to bloom and the trees start to bud, spring has officially arrived. Although it is a season of rebirth and renewal, it is also a time when pests begin to emerge from their winter slumber. Carpenter ants are a common issue that …

Carpenter ants may be small, but they can cause a significant amount of damage to the structure of your home. It is hard to get rid of a carpenter ant infestation once the pests have established a full-fledged colony, so understanding how to prevent …

Protecting your home from pests is a year-round endeavour, but many pests thrive inside houses during the fall season. When the temperature dips and the weather turns crisp, many pests enter homes to seek out shelter. Homes often have numerous …

While many different species of invasive insects live in Canada, few cause more widespread damage to your home’s wooden structures than carpenter ants. These insects chew into wood, make nests and tunnels from the pulp and spread throughout your …

The warm weather increases insect activity, and one pest is a more deceiving threat to homeowners than it gets credit for. The humble carpenter ant is large for its species but relatively small compared to other neighbourhood pests. That said, with …

Carpenter ants are destructive little insects that are incredibly difficult to remove or eliminate. The ants build satellite colonies throughout a structure that typically requires a professional carpenter ant treatment to eliminate or defend …

When warm weather arrives in Oakville, many species of insects emerge to find new nesting sites, and few colonize with more efficiency and in greater numbers than ants. Once they choose a nesting site near your home, they may find their way inside …