Pest Advice Blog

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Cambridge, Ontario, is a city with a rich history and beautiful landmarks. Founded in 1973, and nestled within Waterloo where the Grand and Speed Rivers meet, its residents have much to be proud of. It is home to many enjoyable festivals and art …

If you are like most homeowners, you probably shudder at the sight of a spider scuttling across your kitchen floor or clinging to your bedroom ceiling. While these arachnids might look scary, most species are harmless and the ones you see likely …

In movies and television shows, spiders are often depicted as monstrous and dangerous creatures. Many people are very afraid of these eight-legged arachnids. However, spiders may be getting a bad rap. They can be useful cohabitants of our homes. To …

Bed bugs are pretty difficult to spot, right? That’s one of the reasons they’re so good at what they do. Bed bugs are expert hitchhikers and transport themselves to just about everywhere in the world by traveling alongside you undetected. Similarly, …

As the days become shorter and the temperatures plummet, we begin to look for ways to stay warm during winter. We might buy a new coat, layer on the old sweatshirts or crank up the furnace, but we’re not the only ones preparing for the coldest …