The weather in Toronto is getting colder, and some homeowners are starting to notice unwanted houseguests as they begin moving indoors to find shelter. Raccoons often use attics, basements, porches and other accessible spaces to build their dens. Here are a few things to consider if you suspect you may have a raccoon living on […]

Every year, spiders begin moving indoors to look for a warm place to build their webs and catch prey. A spider may even lay eggs and cause an infestation which is why it’s a good idea to control the problem before it’s too late and contact a pest control company. Here’s what you need to […]

With the cool autumn weather fast approaching, pests and wildlife are beginning to make their homes in and around your property. It is common for homeowners to be completely unaware of the critters living near their home, so in the cooler months it is more important than ever to inspect your property before you experience […]

Recognizing a Rodent Invasion in Your Home Have you been hearing squeaking and scratching sounds in your attic? Have you noticed a distinct musky smell lingering in your kitchen? If you have, you could be harbouring very unwanted guests: rodents! Rodents — typically mice, rats, squirrels and chipmunks — are often attracted by food waste, […]

As you approach your lovely Toronto home, you notice there’s a lingering odour coming from your porch. The smell is similar to burnt rubber and is very strong. It seems as though something has taken refuge on your property and you are determined to figure out what it is. After your eyes have finished watering, […]

As summer draws to an end, Canadian Geese are not the only species looking for a place to escape the harsh winter. Cluster flies, also known as attic flies, seek shelter in our homes to hibernate between early fall and spring. Although the flies are harmless and do not settle in houses to breed, a […]

Changes in climate have contributed to an increase in the spread of ticks in Ontario this year. The heat has attracted ticks, encouraging them migrate through high risk areas by hitching a ride on the backs of birds and other animals. Ticks can be found hiding on pets, wooded areas, in tall grass, and in […]

While summer can be a warm and relaxing time of year, it also brings summertime bugs. Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, especially while you are enjoying a barbeque with the family or are tanning at the cottage. Mosquitoes are known for their excessive buzzing, but this is not the only thing that makes them irritating […]

In summer, we spend as much time outdoors as possible. Our back yards and patios become our sanctuaries and our place away from the stresses of everyday life. But what if you end up with a hornet’s nest or bees have found your space just as desirable? Both these insects – although noticeably different – […]

While understandably reluctant, urban residents have become accustomed to sharing their environment with raccoons. Since they are nocturnal and highly intelligent, these wild animals have become more resourceful and braver at foraging through our garbage cans, which they often see as all-you-can-eat buffets. Raccoons also have thumbs which enable them to open containers, find food, […]