As the days start to become warmer, people will begin to notice the emergence of Boxelder bugs. These bugs can cause people some worry, as they look very intimidating and are usually found in large groups. They hibernate inside of walls and soffits in the winters. These bugs emerge from their winter sites during … Continue reading How to Stop Boxelder Bugs from Invading Your Home
With spring here, you may be noticing an influx of pests around your property. During the winter months bugs, like mammals, enjoy hibernating until the weather warms up. With the El Nino winter Canada experienced this year, resulting in milder weather than usual; pests are popping up even earlier than anticipated. Fortunately, preparing your home … Continue reading Seven Easy Ways to Keep Your Home Pest Free This Spring
One of the most common ants Hamilton residents deal with is Pharaoh ants. They are infamous indoor pests, one of the toughest to control. Pharaoh Ants can be found in the spring, summer and fall months. Pharaoh ants are yellow to light brown in color, with a darker abdomen that appears translucent. They are typically 1/16 … Continue reading Pharaoh Ants- One of the Toughest Ants to Control
Often seen marching around front porches, driveways and kitchen counter tops, ants are considered to be one of the most common and pervasive insects Hamilton, ON residents encounter on a daily basis. From regular, household ants mostly regarded as a simple nuisance, to more harmful types such as Carpenter Ants or Fire Ants that … Continue reading How to Keep Ants Out of Your Hamilton, ON Home
As the weather begins to warm up in Hamilton, it is important to prepare for the pests that will inevitably be trying to find refuge in your home. Carpenter ants are one of the pests that Hamilton residents should be on the lookout for. Carpenter ants are considered destructive pests in Canada. They are typically … Continue reading Carpenter Ants are Chewing Up Hamilton Homes
Mice are one of the most common pest nuisances that home and business owners in the Hamilton area find themselves dealing with. Mice need just a tiny hole to gain access inside a home or business, and can also enter through sewer lines. Once you have a mouse infestation it can be very stressful … Continue reading Mice- A Major Problem for Home and Business Owners
Due to their name, many people assume the only parts of their homes vulnerable to bedbugs are their beds. However, this is simply not true. Since bed bugs are only about the width of a credit card, they can squeeze into really small hiding spots. If a crack will hold a credit card, it could … Continue reading Unexpected Spaces Bedbugs May Be Hiding In Your Home
Truly Nolen has been receiving quite a few calls from homeowners in Burlington and Hamilton who are dealing with citronella ants. Our pest control specialists are seeing activity earlier than normal, most likely in part due to the mild winter. Citronella ants are small, yellow insects that get their name from the lemon or citronella … Continue reading Citronella Ants- Why they are in your Home and How to Get Them Out
It’s a little earlier than usual, but many pest control companies in Halifax are already gearing up and preparing for a busy spring. All because of one pesky problem. “There’s a lot of rodents around the city, both mice and rats are very common and the population seems high,” said Andrew Wheelock, owner of Truly … Continue reading Pest control scurries to keep up with rats during early Halifax spring
When it comes to pest control, not all people know how to get rid of ants in the house. It seems that these insects know numerous ways to get in your house: holes in walls, floor and foundation, crevices in the ceiling, basement and attic. Knowing what attracts ants to your home can be step … Continue reading The Top Five Reasons for Household Ant Problems