Why Do I Have Earwigs

Why Do I Have Earwigs?

Spotting an earwig in the home can be quite unsettling. This is a creepy, unusual bug that does not belong indoors. In many cases, earwigs have accidentally found their way indoors and require professional removal. These are hardy insects that will attract more earwigs into the home and multiply if conditions are correct. Thankfully, you…

a squirrel a mouse and a rat in old toronto case study

A Squirrel, a Mouse And a Rat In Old Toronto

The initial call to the property was for a customer who believed there were squirrels, rats, or mice in her home and on the outside. There was a severe smell in the basement of dead animals and activity was heard constantly in the walls and the attic. This situation can be frightening when it turns…

How to Get Rid of Spiders Completely

How to Get Rid of Spiders Completely

So, you want to get rid of spiders for good? The key is to make your home unattractive to spiders and physically block them out. Spiders feed solely on other bugs, so it is important that you remove whatever is attracting those other insects. Then, find every hole they could be using to get inside…

How to Get Rid of Spiders in the Basement

How to Get Rid of Spiders in the Basement

Basements are known to house spiders and other pests because they are often humid, quiet, and cluttered with storage. There are plenty of dark corners for a spider to build its web in a typical Canadian basement. And while spiders are effective at keeping other pests under control, they can still make anyone uncomfortable. The…

Mouse Treatment and Rodent Exclusion in Toronto

The initial call to the property was for an ongoing mouse issue in the customer’s home. So consistent that the customer researched how to stop it permanently and expressly requested rodent exclusion to end the infestation permanently.  When you live near any sort of park or ravine it is common for mice or rats to…

Common Spiders in Toronto

Common Spiders in Toronto

There are over 800 species of spider in Ontario, each with its own set of appearances and characteristics. Some are active hunters, some build webs, and others burrow into the ground. Spiders are everywhere. If you find them creepy, however, rest assured that only a handful are common in Toronto. For more information on spiders…

Natural Ways to Get Rid of Spiders

Natural Ways to Get Rid of Spiders

Canadian household spiders are mostly harmless but creepy, nonetheless. These are small, eight-legged arachnids that feed on flies, ants, and other bugs. There are hundreds of spider species in Ontario, so you are bound to come across them from time to time. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to get rid of spiders…

How to Get Rid of Spiders in the Garage

How to Get Rid of Spiders in the Garage

Spiders are everywhere. With over 45,000 species worldwide, it is not unusual to find some in the garage. Garages are prone to getting spiders and insects because they are dark, quiet, and more exposed to the outdoors. Spiders commonly build webs near the door to the garage to catch the flies that come in to…

How to Stop Centipedes from Getting in Your House

How to Stop Centipedes from Getting in Your House

Centipedes are hideous insects that are common in houses across Ontario. These are nocturnal insectivores that crawl into people’s homes in search of a warm environment where there are other bugs to eat. Though they are mostly harmless, centipedes are scary to a lot of people. Thankfully, there are several steps you can take to…

Are House Centipedes Dangerous

Are House Centipedes Dangerous?

House centipedes are vicious to other bugs, but they are mostly harmless to human beings. You should not have to worry about them hurting you. House centipedes are insectivores that do not recognize us as prey, so they usually leave people alone. To humans, a centipede’s worst offense is that it looks creepy. If you…