Should We Worry About Zika Virus in Ontario?
While it has been around for many decades, Zika virus gained worldwide notoriety leading up to the 2016 summer Olympic games. Originally discovered in the 1950’s, it was reported in parts of South America in 2015, right before the 2016 summer Olympic Games were held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Many Olympic athletes were concerned […]
How to Keep Hornets Away from Your Back Yard This Summer
Here we are at the end of May and there’s no question that summer is just around the corner! The temperatures are steadily climbing and it won’t be long before the smells and sounds of barbeques fill the air. If you’re looking to host parties and barbeques in your back yard this summer, here are […]
The Hidden Dangers of Pests, Part 2: How Pests Are Dangerous to Your Family
In our previous blog post, we described some of the damage that wildlife and insects can cause to your home. They can damage the exterior and interior of your home, and can even increase your risk of fire. But the danger of pests doesn’t stop there: these unwelcome animals and insects can also be dangerous […]
The Hidden Dangers of Pests, Part 1: How Pests Can Damage Your Home
No matter where you live, you’ve probably experienced some sort of pest or wildlife issue. Just having them around is unpleasant to think about or deal with, but the dangers of pests and wildlife in and around your home go beyond the nuisance factor. In our next two blog posts, we’re going to explain some […]
Why Getting Rid of Ants Should Be Your Priority this Spring
With the longer days and the warmer weather, more pests are making the annual appearances this spring. Wildlife such as raccoons, squirrels and skunks have emerged from their winter hibernation and are having babies, but ants are making an unseasonably early appearance this year. These bugs aren’t just an inconvenience but can do serious damage to your home, so here’s why getting […]
Got Baby Raccoons in Your Attic? Here’s What They Look & Sound Like
Attics are one of the raccoon’s favourite spots to build a den. They’re warm, dry and provide plenty of protection. If you hear a scratching around above your ceiling and can sometimes hear a high-pitched crying, you might be dealing with a nursery of baby raccoons. Here’s what you need to know about what baby […]
What You Need to Know About Getting Rid of Boxelder Bugs
There’s no doubt about it, spring has finally arrived in the Greater Toronto Area. With warmer temperatures and the buds starting to come out on trees, you can finally put your snow blower away. But spring brings out more than just buds on the trees and warmer temperatures, it’s a time when many different types […]
Can Wildlife Cause Damage to Your Home? You’d Better Believe It!
They’re so cute and cuddly, right? Raccoons and the dark rings around their eyes, nervous little squirrels and skunks that can brew up quite a stink … but can these animals cause serious damage to your home? Don’t be fooled by the size of these and other wildlife because what they lack in size they […]
4 Places Animals Might Build Their Homes Near Your Home
It’s that time of year when many of us are coming out of our homes to feel the warm sun on our faces and smell the fresh spring air. And while the good news is that winter is mostly behind us, the bad news is that this is the time of year when lots of […]
Check Out Our New Pest Control Blog & Much More!
As the pesky rodents have taken some time off to hibernate during the winter months, we’ve been hard at work getting ready for them to wake up and start wreaking havoc on homeowners across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. Here are some of the things that we’ve been working on to make Pest Protection […]