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Pest Control Science Time: Ectoparasites and Pathogens Associated With Rats
A zoonotic disease is any disease that can be transferred between an animal – either wild or domestic – and a human. Rats and mice are two animals which harbour pathogens that can significantly affect a persons health. This is why rats and mice are seen as pests that...
Do I Have Mice in My Attic?
Many homeowners may not realize quite how good mice are at climbing. These little critters can make their way from the outdoors all the way up into your attic and ceiling with relative ease. If a mouse can fit its skull through an opening, then it can fit the rest of...
Pests that are Good for the World but not Your House!
When it comes to pests, you probably never think much about them other than “how the heck am I going to get these pests out of my house!” We understand all too well how pests can be annoying to deal with and even cause damage to our property; that’s why we are in the...
Common Summer Pests That Bug You in British Columbia
If you live in and around Vancouver, hear this! There are at least 341 bugs and pests found in British Columbia. Although any of these can invade your home, not all do. It all depends on the precautions you take for pest control. Look out for these common pests that...
Dispelling Silverfish Myths
Silverfish are slimy little bugs that are often found crawling on kitchen and bathroom floors. In accordance with the name, their bodies are silver in colour and range from a half inch to one inch in length. Three bristles extend from their abdomen. Silverfish aren’t...
Pests That Are Good for the World (But Not Your House!)
When it comes to pests, you probably never think much about them other than “how the heck am I going to get these pests out of my house!” We understand all too well how pests can be annoying to deal with and even cause damage to our property; that’s why we are in the...
Don’t Forget About Carpenter Ants
Just because you can’t see any ants in the winter does not mean that they have all died off. They are alive and well, having found hideaways to hole up in for the winter. Carpenter ants are amazingly resilient creatures and are great at surviving harsh conditions. The...
How Do Mice Communicate With One Another
Mice can be one of the more difficult pests for people to handle. These little critters can get inside everything, chew through your bedding and anything boxed up, and will leave feces throughout your home. They’re also great communicators and quite smart, good at...
Separating Cockroach Fact From Cockroach Fiction
Cockroaches get a pretty bad wrap on the big bad bug scale. There are around 30 species of cockroaches, four of which are considered to be pests. These tough little guys are also an incredibly old species, their origins dating back around 320 million years ago to the...
Important Pest-Proofing Projects for the New Year
Pests, whether bugs or of the furry variety, often come to stay during the winter months. They burrow in and make themselves cozy in your lovely warm house, and once spring comes they don’t always move back out! To keep these less than welcome house guests out, there...
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