Have you ever noticed the way spiders seem to appear all at once when spring comes around? In most cases, these spiders have taken up residence in your home much earlier but they become more active in the spring. Whether they are seeking new food sources, responding to a disturbed hiding place or getting ready … Continue reading Simple and Safe Tips To Rid Your Home of Spiders This Spring
While many people dislike knowing that a spider is nearby, their presence isn’t usually a reason for fear. Spiders play an important part in the ecosystem and help prey on bugs and insects that may otherwise make their way into your home or living spaces. However, there are some poisonous spiders whose bite could cause … Continue reading Spider Webs: Identify A Spider By What They Weave
Many homeowners have tried a variety of DIY techniques to get rid of common pests, such as ants, mosquitoes or roaches. Home remedies and DIY solutions usually have mixed results for those types of infestations, but what about spiders? Seeing a spider in or around your home every once in a while usually isn’t much … Continue reading DIY Spider Control: Why It Is Not A Good Idea
Spiders get a bad rap. They’re one of the most popular decorations for the spookiest holiday – Halloween, which makes many people scared of them. Technically speaking, spiders aren’t insects, but they often get lumped in with bugs that are pests. Spiders and insects are both invertebrates. Spiders belong to a group called the Arachnida. … Continue reading Guelph Pest Control: 5 Facts About House Spiders
A few spiders in your home are not cause for alarm. Spiders are mostly harmless, and having them around may be beneficial to the ecosystem because they feed on insect pests. However, if spiders seem to be overrunning the entire house, it may be necessary to seek out professional spider removal. There are at least … Continue reading The 5 Most Common Spiders in Canada
Winter pest control is just as important as summer pest control. In fact, because the cold weather drives pests, creatures and nuisance-makers to seek warm shelter, they often take up residence in your home during these months. The best way to prevent bringing in unwanted house guests during this holiday season is to prepare your … Continue reading Does Winter Weather Lower the Risk of a Pest Infestation
Entrepreneurs agree that pest control is vital for any business that handles food. After all, no one wants their dinner with a side of insect parts or rat droppings. However, the food and beverage industry is far from the only one that requires year-round, effective pest control and rodent removal services. Insects and rodents can … Continue reading Protecting Your Business With an Effective Pest Control Service
As the winter starts and the weather gets colder, insects, small animals and other pests start to become less active. You typically see less of them and they aren’t as active in seeking out food. This leads many people to think that their homes and businesses no longer need pest control services. However, this may … Continue reading Do You Need Pest Control in the Winter?
Spiders seem to have webs everywhere during the summer months, taking over the patio and gardens. Walking face-first into a spider web probably ranks low on your list of memorable summer activities. However, once the lower temperatures begin, will you still see as many or will the population decrease? Do the spiders die when winter … Continue reading What Happens to Spiders When the Cold Weather Comes?
An ideal fall for most Canadians includes apple cider, walks around trees with changing leaves, and cozy sweaters. For many Canadians, though, what they get instead is an autumn season full of creepy critters just itching to get into their homes. As you make your preparations for this cooler season, keep an eye out for … Continue reading What are Some Common Fall Residential Pest Invaders?