When it comes to pest infestations, carpenter ants are one of the biggest concerns for business owners in Canada. Known for their ability to carve into wood, these little insects can pose serious risks to the structure of commercial settings such as warehouses, offices, and industrial facilities. But what are the signs your property has … Read more
Although flying ants may be more anxiety-inducing than their wingless counterparts, they don’t represent any greater threat. Here’s what you need to know about these small critters. Why do some ants have wings? The ants you see scurrying around on the ground are wingless females. They do all the work within the colony, but are … Read more
Ants never give you the warm fuzzies, but of the various species, the common carpenter ants are the most destructive to your home. They dig through the wood in the structure of your house to make safe spaces to hide. Once inside, they keep burrowing and can destroy insulation and any wood in your home, … Read more
We created this Carpenter Ant quiz for you to test your knowledge! Can you beat the Carpenter Ants? Check your answers with the answer key posted below. Males are ________________ than females. Smaller Larger The only function of male ants is to ______________ during swarming. Find Food for the females Guard the nest Burrow through … Read more
We created this fun quiz so that you can test your knowledge on Little Black Ants! Take the “Little Black Ant Quiz” below and compare your answers to the answer key at the bottom of this post. Good luck! Little black ants are ________ nodded ants. 1 2 When do Little Black Ants swarm? Spring/summer … Read more
Below is an infographic with the “Household Mafias” and the attack techniques you will need to defeat them! Termites Termites have been around since the time of the dinosaurs Termite colonies eat non-stop, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Termites cause up to $5 billion in damage per year How to Kill Use … Read more
Below is a list and infographic of your 7 most common household pests!
Most of the time when people think about insects causing property damage they think about Termites. What they don’t think about though, are Carpenter Ants. Carpenter ants are one of the biggest insect threats to Canadian homes. Generally larger than most ants and either dark brownish red or black in color, carpenter ants are found … Read more
Moving into a new home is exciting! Whether it’s a newly built structure or a previously standing home, having a fresh space is always an exciting new start- as long as it stays fresh and pest free. Unfortunately, your new home could look appealing to various insects and field rodents as well. Here are some … Read more
Red Deer is unique. A beautiful city hugging river it’s named after and surrounded by the beauty of the Canadian prairies, it’s a jewel in the country’s west. Its geography and climate add to its culture, and also produce a unique set of pest control problems. One of the worst problems faced are Carpenter ants, … Read more