It is often mistakenly believed that mice will only invade filthy environments, but that is simply not true. Even the cleanliest of homes may face an invasion of rodents. Despite best efforts to keep your home and property clean, mice will find ways to access food and water inside your home. Moisture in sinks and…
Like termites, carpenter ants are notorious for causing structural damage on wood structures which is why most people assume that these ants eat wood. The truth is carpenter ants don’t eat wood; indoors, their diet consists mainly of proteins such as pet food, sweets and meats. Outdoors they mainly feed on small insects. Here at…
Mousetraps are flat surfaces typically made from fiberboard, cardboard or plastic. The surface has a strong adhesive that latches onto any animal that walks across it. The trap is placed on rodent runways which are identified by droppings, hair or damage. The trap has a low profile so the mouse is unable to identify it…
When it comes to a cockroach infestation, people often feel embarrassed and delay calling cockroach control Toronto services. That is because it is commonly believed roaches will only invade a filthy environment. Having roaches in your home does not mean you live in filth. An occasional crumb dropped on the floor or the smallest of…
Mice might be pests, but they are also clever resourceful creatures. They will enter your home by any means necessary in search of food and water. Understanding how mice enter your home, why they do it, and how to catch them can help you rid your home of a mouse infestation, remember that the best…
Contrary to what its name might suggest, the German cockroach doesn’t originate in Germany. It most likely came from Southeast Asia like most of its kin. The cockroach found its way to Europe possibly in the 17th century and later to North America.However a German can like other bugs if you live in Ontario. There are…
Cockroaches are an eyesore but also pose a serious risk to human health. These insects carry bacteria and poison food, eating utensils and food preparation surfaces. It is therefore essential to be able to spot the signs of a cockroach infestation. Roaches also moult or shed their exoskeleton and excrete. These antigens can trigger asthma…
Many people recoil at the thought of having to throw away perfectly good or expensive clothes because they are infested with bed bugs.Not only clothes, but mattresses can also be victims of bed bugs where they can actually in the mattress! The good news is you don’t have to throw away the clothes because dry…
Although carpenter ants aren’t as destructive as termites, the structural damage can be just as severe if the ant infestation is left to go on long enough. You can tell that there carpenter ants in the wall by spotting the ants going in and out of the wall through a hole. You may also hear…
Ants, like any other living creature, need water to survive. Typically, they receive water from droplets, puddles, and the food they consume. However, ants will also sometimes seek out areas with a lot of moisture so they can ensure they have plenty of water to survive. If you have ever seen ants in your bathroom,…