Pest Advice Blog

It may seem that spiders are suddenly coming into your home more during the fall, but that usually is not the case. Typically, the spiders are already in your home, but they have been hiding in dark, quiet places. In the fall, they may become more …

Fall is upon us, and that means spiders are upon us as well. One or two spiders may do you some good by eating mosquitos, flies, and other small insects, but if you have dozens or hundreds of spiders, it’s time to call a service for spider removal. …

Many people have an irrational fear of spiders, but there is no reason to be afraid of the arachnids. You shouldn’t rush to get rid of spiders in your home because they don’t usually pose a danger to humans. Here are four things you should know …

While spiders can reduce the number of gnats and flies you see in your home, most people don’t want to share their apartments with arachnids. If a spider lays eggs in your home, you could be dealing with a full-blown infestation within a few weeks, …

Most common house spiders are harmless to humans and can even be beneficial by eating other household pests. Nevertheless, arachnophobia, the fear of spiders, is one of the most common phobias, affecting between 3% to 15% of the population to some …

A phobia is an intense, debilitating, irrational fear of certain people, objects, or situations. Arachnophobia is a scientific name for a phobia of spiders. It is one of the most common phobias in the world. Many people have fear of or unease about …

Spiders are a common sight inside homes. A few spiders may not be anything to concern yourself with. Most spiders in Canada are harmless to humans because their venom is not strong enough to cause serious damage, and spiders help to keep populations …

A spider scurrying across the floor of your bathroom late at night probably isn’t your favourite sight. Learn more about the different types of house spiders you may encounter, where they live in your home, and when to call professional pest control …

Many spiders are so tiny that you don’t notice them until after they bite. By then, it may be impossible to tell which kind of arachnid sunk its fangs into you. While bug bites seem like a fact of life, they can actually be quite dangerous. If you …

If you’re in or near the southeast region of the United States, you might find yourself face-to-face with a giant, web-spinning, brightly coloured Joro spider this spring or summer. If you’re racing to prepare the hazmat suit, rest assured that this …

Many homeowners take steps to prevent infestations at home, but have you ever thought about the risk of pests at your workplace? Any building is vulnerable, especially during the winter months when critters seek warm shelter and a steady food …

Dock spiders are one of the most common types of spiders found in and around homes in rural areas. Also called fishing spiders, they prefer to live in areas near water, such as docks and piers. While they are not particularly aggressive and …