You keep the doors closed, the windows stay shut and the heating is on. Then you find droppings under the sink or hear scratching behind a wall. How are mice getting into the house during winter? Small openings are often the answer. Gaps beneath doors, around pipes and cables, or in damaged parts of the […]
Pest Entry Points
Where Should You Check for Cockroaches During Winter?
Why Can Cockroaches Stay Active When It Is Freezing Outside? Even though there might be a cold winter night in Barrie, it does not imply that the spaces within your house are going to be cold. Heating warms up the spaces inside and the kitchen provides food, water and shelter. A Barrie pest control expert […]
Suspect Bed Bugs This Winter?
You open your winter duvet and find a small bug near the seam line of the mattress. Or you see some dark spots on the bed sheets and you suspect that it might be caused by bed bugs. The idea may come into your mind to strip your bed and move everything to the laundry […]
Entry Points Pests Use During Winter in Barrie Homes
Why Do Pests Look for Entry Points During Winter? Why Do Pests Enter Homes When Temperatures Drop? Many pests look for locations that protect them from cold temperatures, wind, snow, and changing weather conditions. Rodents such as mice may investigate small openings that lead into: The wildlife such as the squirrels may search for any […]
Why Windows and Doors Commonly Develop Pest Entry Points
Why Windows and Doors Commonly Develop Pest Entry Points How Do Gaps Form Around Window and Door Frames? Small gaps may develop where a window or door frame meets the surrounding exterior material. Caulking can crack or pull away, trim can loosen, and materials may shift slightly over time. Common problem areas include: Some openings […]