Ticks
Mild Winters and the Bug Boost

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 Identify and Prevent Ticks in Your Yard

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

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?

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

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...

3 Common Spiders in Your Home and Yard

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...

How To Get Rid of Bed Bugs

How To Get Rid of Bed Bugs

It’s never pleasant to suspect you have an infestation, but many homeowners detest one specific pest problem: bed bugs. It’s easy to see why; bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eradicate — not to mention costly.