Norway Rats Can Transmit Influenza

Norway Rats Can Transmit Influenza

Influenza, or the flu for short, is perhaps the most common virus in the world. And while humans have been getting it for hundreds of years, where it comes from is still a question. That question may have been solved. The flu has been tracked in many, many different species of wildlife but base on…

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The Danger of Hantavirus with Rat Infestation

Anyone who has been in contact or around mice and rats should always be careful as according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention informational brochure “…Only some kinds of mice and rats can give people hantaviruses that can cause HPS. In North America, they are the deer mouse, the white-footed mouse, the rice…

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Can You Contract Hantavirus from Cleaning Mouse Droppings?

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the cases of human infection happen sporadically and often occur in rural areas like forests, fields, and farms that offer a suitable environment for the virus’ rodent host. Areas around workplaces and homes where rodents may live are potential places where people may be exposed to…

How Disinfection Protects Your Office Space

How Disinfection Protects Your Office Space

Disinfecting can help your office space in multiple ways, but one needs to know that disinfecting does not equal cleaning. Disinfecting and cleaning are two widely different approaches to treating the surface area of any given object. Cleaning is referred to and defined as the physical removal of dirt, grime, and impurities from a surface…

Classification of Chemical Disinfectants

Cleaners Vs. Disinfectants: What You Need to Know

One might not see the true difference between a cleaner and disinfectant as these two things are seemingly the same thing. One must keep in mind that there is a clear difference and that distinction should be made with someone who hopes to accomplish each method. Cleaning is the actor removing visible dirt and debris…

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Will Carpenter Ants Eat Pressure Treated Wood?

Carpenter ants tend to nest in structures, houses and wooden buildings, so as to nest inside wooden structures. This can also expand to mulch outside where it might be a gateway to the interior. Knowing how to get rid of them before it’s too late is essential. The problem with carpenter ants, unlike other parasites,…

Rat Droppings Covid-19

Rat Droppings: A Potential Risk During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome, also commonly called Hantavirus or HPS for short, is a rare disease carried by rodents. Not all rodents carry HPS, but because there is no way of knowing which ones do and which ones do not, it is best to avoid handling rats, their nests that can be located underground and called…

Health Risks From Mice During Coronavirus Outbreak

Health Risks From Mice During Coronavirus Outbreak

Living in the same environment as mice can create some problems and make life a little bit difficult in your home. Not only are these pests a nuisance, but they also invite some health risks to your loved ones in your home. They can come in several ways, and one of them is your AC.…

Exterminating Cockroaches in Apartments During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Exterminating Cockroaches in Apartments During the Coronavirus Pandemic

In the time was confinement to people houses or apartment is essential is practicing social distancing during CoVID-19. It can be especially hard for people whose living space is not as large as others. You can call us for safe pest control Toronto services.  The likelihood of getting bug infestations is thus higher as we…

Cockroach Control During COVID-19 Outbreak

Cockroach Control During COVID-19 Outbreak

Cockroaches in Ontario is a very common issue. Usually, exterminators utilize treatments that are properly formulated so as not to cause harm to children or house pets thus very safe. Pest control technicians fully understand that people who hire them want to get rid of cockroaches but they also understand that the safety of their…