Pest Advice Blog

Common Residential Insect Pests – Part 1

Living in a place that is completely free of any pests is a common desire among both tenants and homeowners. On the everyday side of things, there are a number of tricky pests typically found in Canadian homes, many of which can be particularly …

5 Simple Ways to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

It’s hard to keep fruit flies away during the summer, as they gather around and feed on over ripened  produce. They’ll hoard around your fruit bowl, a glass of soda or lemonade if you leave it out for too long. As small as they are, fruit flies …

Rats Costing Canadian Car Owners Big Bucks

In efforts to make their cars more eco-friendly, manufacturers such as Subaru, Honda, and Toyota have been using an insulation coating made from soy-based materials for their vehicles. Though safe for the environment, this innovative insulation is …

Stink Bugs 101

Stink bugs come from the true bug family Pentatomidae, and belonging to the order Hemiptera. Their name derives from the unpleasant odour they produce once disturbed or crushed. In Canada, the most frequent stink bug is the brown marmorated stink …

Top Commercial Pests - Part 1

Commercial buildings are often a target of pests as they experience large amounts of people using them on a daily basis. Depending on the industry, commercial spaces can store large amounts of foods, which are attracting to a wide variety of pests. …

Effective Commercial Pest Control for Niagara Hotels

Commercial spaces require a well-planned pest control program. For both permitting and liability purposes, hotel accommodation and commercial areas must be sanitary and free of any pests. As a Niagara hotel owner, you want your guests to feel …

What Just Stung Me? Identifying a Potential Pest Problem

Insects that sting include various types of bees, hornets, yellow jackets and wasps, all of which are a common sight in Ontario during the summer. Though stings aren’t dangerous to most people, they can become life-threatening to those who are …

How Dirty Laundry Plays a Part in Bed Bug Infestations

Bed Bugs are a highly adaptable species that can be found all over the world. Even luxury hotels in Paris, New York and Toronto are susceptible to these unsettling insects. With more people going on vacations, bed bugs are spreading through Ontario …

What to Look for Before Hiring a Pest Control Team this Summer

When choosing a pest control company, you need to make sure they have your best interest in mind. Sadly, many unethical companies will overcharge you with unnecessary installations, repairs, and over-use of insecticides. The worst kind will even …

Truly Nolen Niagara's Proven Pest Prevention Plan

Pest prevention is an integral part of the modern-day lifestyle. Whether you’re running a business, a rental or trying to keep your own home clean and sanitized, it is important to stay aware of the possibility of a pest infestation. Even with the …

Summer Pest Control Tips to Avoid Infestations

There are numerous things you can do to avoid pest infestations, but also a number of things you can do wrong, and make matters even worse. If you are willing to be proactive about pest protection, that is a wise decision. This, however, doesn’t …

Preventive Pest Control: A Year-long Obligation

Preventive pest control is a year-round maintenance obligation, not a one-time effort to keep the bugs out. An average homeowner is most likely unfamiliar with all relevant strategies to keep the pests away. Prevention is necessary to stop pest …