Pest Advice Blog

Many rodents such as mice, rats, and squirrels that are happy to remain outside during the summer seek refuge from the cold during the winter months. In fact, approximately 24% of homeowners report experiencing rodent activity in the winter. Rodents …

As cold weather arrives in Canada and you take steps to winterize your home, you may not realize that wild animals who might visit your backyard or live in nearby woods might be looking for a way into your home to shelter there over the winter. …

You don’t need to have bats in your attic to know that rats aren’t good for your restaurant. As germ carriers and constant eaters, they can really take a bite out of your bottom line. Even worse, if a customer or inspector spots the signs of a …

Insects and rodents are highly adaptable creatures that have learned our human homes make fine residences for them as well. Nesting material, food sources and warm, dark or damp spaces are usually available, and these pests often make themselves …

When it comes to rodent pests, few are more adaptable and clever than rats. Several species roam throughout North America, but black and Norway rats are the two that have adapted best to human environments. If you are dealing with a problem with …

With COVID-19 came the closure of restaurants, a measure which, while necessary, has provided some frustration and inconvenience for foodies and food workers alike. However, the sudden cessation of activity through all dining establishments has led …

Many communities across Canada and the United States have imposed lockdown orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Governments have requested or required that citizens stay at home as much as possible to slow the rate of infection. As human …

Alberta is a little bit larger than the country of France. On a global scale, which makes it a pretty large area. And, as with any society, there are a huge number of things to control and monitor within that area. We already know which of those …

If you’ve been reading some of our previous posts, you’ll notice how frequently we mention rat intelligence. It’s true that they’re super-smart and very careful creatures. Rats will make the most of every tiny opportunity that you present them with. …

More than any other pest, the majority of people really, really don’t want to find rats inside their homes. Ants, flies, cockroaches and even stink bugs all bring their own problems, but rats are a different pest altogether. They carry disease and …

We’re sure that when winter arrives, you’ll have other priorities. You’ll be looking after your house, staying warm, and enjoying cozy meals by the fireplace. You probably aren’t spending too much time thinking about what rats eat in winter. But …

Think you smell a rat? Well, there’s a good chance they probably smelled you first. In fact, they probably smelled you some time ago, and they’ve hidden out of sight since. Everybody’s aware that rats are incredibly clever animals, yet we still …