Ticks are among the most despised insects, rivaling mosquitoes in their nuisance and potential harm. These tiny pests don’t contribute much positively to our environment but carry several diseases that can seriously threaten your health. If you live in or frequently...
How to Manage Fruit Flies Naturally in Your Home
Ah, the pesky fruit fly. One minute, your kitchen is a peaceful haven of fresh produce and the next, it's swarming with tiny, bothersome invaders. Don't worry—you're not alone in this battle, and there are plenty of natural ways to keep these little critters at bay....
Mild Winters and the Bug Boost
As Ontario experiences milder winters, homeowners might notice an uptick in unwanted house guests – insects. Normally, the cold provides a natural break from pests, but when temperatures are warmer, our homes become appealing hideouts for these critters. Here’s a...
How to Keep Spiders and Other Pests From Getting Into Your Holiday Decor
Even though spiders are self-stringing, you wouldn’t want them to be in your Christmas tree, would you? That is why we at The Spider Guys would like to offer a few helpful tips when putting up your holiday decor. Always shake your tree, and inspect it for...
How to Identify and Prevent Ticks in Your Yard
Identifying Types of Ticks There’s quite a few varying species of ticks throughout Canada and the United States, all of which have varying geographic spreads, life cycles, and diseases. If you recently found a tick in your yard, use the chart below to help identify...
Natural Mosquito Repellent Tips
Plants to Use in Your Garden to Repel Mosquitoes Naturally Mosquitoes are a real pain, especially when you have guests in your backyard for a gathering. It's tempting to use anything and everything just to get rid of them, from store-bought bug sprays to having your...
What Attracts Spiders in Your House?
While most spiders you find in your home do not pose a major threat to humans, they’re usually unwelcome houseguests for many homeowners. It is important to learn what attracts spiders in order to prevent them from entering your home. Spiders can easily enter your...
Fruit & Drain Fly Remedies
How to Get Rid of Fruit and Drain Flies in Your Home We get a ton of questions from our clients regarding fruit flies and how to get rid of them for good. Let’s be real, these flies are annoying as they hover in the air, carry disease, buzz around our face or just sit...
Identifying and Dealing with Mosquito Breeding Grounds
With spring coming, we can also look forward to hotter temperatures and warmer climates. But this comes also with the added cost of more mosquito bites and infestations, with the pests being common this time of year. Aside from giving irritating bites, mosquitos can...
3 Common Spiders in Your Home and Yard
Wolf Spider These spiders are often found in dark and damp spots of the home. They can be identified by their mix of brown, orange, black and grey colours along their skin. They have four small eyes, two larger eyes in the middle, and the back row of their eyes...