At this time of year, our phone lines get tied up with calls from homeowners who are having mice issues. As we have all heard or, in some cases seen, mice can cause some serious damage to your home, your belongings, and your scarily enough… your health. Often times, when homeowners feel they may have […]
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Preventative Mice Tips and Tricks
As we approach the cooler temperatures, we can start to think about the closures of our summer cottages. Here are a few tips to keep the mice out of your cottage this winter. Inspect the roof Roofs are always such an easy access point for most critters seeking warmth. Branches and brush that overhang your […]
Wasps and Hornets are still going strong
Wasp and hornet season is in full swing. We have now had many calls for nest removals, and have given out handfuls of advice on how to keep your property free and clear of these aggressive pests. A little bit about wasps and hornets There are around 30,000 identified wasp species in the world (including […]
Invasion of the Japanese Beetle in the Durham Region
Japanese beetles are destroying plants all around the Durham Region! This particular beetle thrives in hot and sunny weather so this July has been a perfect combination for this insect to survive and flourish. In the beginning: These beetles start off as lawn grubs and feast on the roots of lawn grasses and garden plants. […]
A First For Us – Weasel Rescue!
Stephen humanely removed this female Weasel and 9 of her babies from a house in Orono. She chewed her way in through the foundation and was using the basement ceiling void as a den. Once they were removed, the entry point was proofed. Needless to say, our client was shocked initially and happy with the […]
How to keep the wasps away this spring…
When wasps settle into a new colony, they are VERY hard to get rid of. They are dangerous and willing to fight for their colony when provoked which is why it’s so important to prevent them from making their way onto your property in the first place. Here are a few tips on how to […]
4 Ways to “Pest Proof” this Spring!
Since we’re all practicing physical distancing, now is a great time to pest proof your home! Here are the 4 areas of the home that you should be extra attentive to! KITCHEN The kitchen is one of the most used areas of any home. It can also accumulate the most germs and present a pretty […]
Were bats to blame for the transmission of COVID-19?
Coronavirus, COVID-19 has taken over the world. We are in the middle of a global epidemic and what the future holds for all of us and this viral flu is still unknown. Every news outlet, social media post, and conversation seem to be directly related to the virus. So, let’s take a look at how […]