How Yard Conditions Create Pest Highways Into the Home Overhanging Branches and Shrubs Branches on trees that touch the roof, siding, gutter or the deck provide an easy access point for crawling pests like ants into your home. Shrubbery that grows next to the walls on the outside of the house will do the same. […]
Types of Cockroaches in Canada
Quick Guide to Common Cockroaches in Canada Cockroach Approximate Size Appearance Common Hiding Areas German cockroach 13–16 mm Light brown with two dark stripes behind the head Kitchens, bathrooms, appliances, cabinets Brown-banded cockroach 10–15 mm Light brown with pale bands across the body Cabinets, furniture, electronics, bedrooms American cockroach 35–40 mm Large, reddish-brown body Basements, […]
Bed Bug Bites: Signs, Treatment & What to Do
What Do Bed Bug Bites Look Like? Bed bug bites commonly appear as: There is wide variation in the appearance of the bite marks depending on the individual. An individual might experience the appearance of multiple itchy welts following the bite, while another person sleeping in the same room would hardly have any reaction at […]
Pest Control Safety Guide for Barrie, Ontario Homes
Pest control safety depends on the product, pest, and treatment method. Follow the technician’s preparation and re-entry instructions for the specific service being performed. How to Prepare Your Home Before Pest Control Treatment General Preparation Before treatment: Do not move infested items into other rooms unless the technician tells you to. Kitchen and Food-Area Preparation […]
Pest-Related Health Risks in Barrie, Ontario Homes
Rodents, ticks, fleas, and cockroaches can create health concerns when they contaminate food, enter living areas, or expose people and pets to bites, waste, parasites, or allergens. Barrie’s cold winters, wooded areas, trails, and mix of detached and multi-unit housing create different pest risks throughout the year. Winter Rodents and Health Risks in Barrie Homes […]