Mating Season is Here!
The days are getting longer and Mother Nature keeps teasing Toronto with warm weather. This can only mean one thing; Spring is on its way! Before the tulips start blooming and the Easter Bunny stops by for a visit, raccoons and squirrels will be having their babies. Mating Season For raccoons, February and March mark […]
Continue readingThere’s a mouse in the house! Now what?
As the colder weather starts to roll in, you’re not the only one who is looking to stay warm in your cozy home. With the autumn chill, mice will be looking for a nice, cozy place to call home for the winter. To a mouse, your home is the perfect place to settle down for […]
Continue readingSquirrels: What you need to know
Squirrels are one of the most common critters in the GTA. Whether you live in the suburbs of Mississauga or in the downtown core of Toronto, you’ve likely run into squirrels dozens of times. Some of the features that make squirrels so unique are the same features that help them make a home in your […]
Continue readingWasps VS. Bees: What’s the difference?
Having wasps in Toronto? It’s nearing the end of summer, and you and your family are enjoying every last minute outside. From neighbourhood BBQ’s to family dinners on the back deck, there always seem to be some uninvited guests. You hear the buzzing, but was it a wasp or a bee? Generally speaking, wasps are […]
Continue readingRaccoon Nesting in the Fall & Winter Months
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 […]
Continue readingIt’s Spider Season! Should You Call Pest Control?
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 […]
Continue readingWildlife Proofing Your Home from the Outside In
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 […]
Continue readingRecognizing a Rodent Invasion in Your Home
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, […]
Continue readingWhat’s That Smell? Skunks Invading Toronto Properties
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, […]
Continue readingTips for Keeping Cluster Flies Out of Your Home in Toronto
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 […]
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