Cockroaches have a complex life cycle and understanding how they appear at different stages can help you quickly identify and tackle an infestation. Here’s what cockroaches look like during various life phases and where you should be searching for them. Where to look for cockroaches in your home Cockroaches are generally nocturnal, remaining hidden during … Read more
Wasps are a common summer pest in Canada. You can often spot them hovering over garbage cans and hanging out around ice cream and hot dog stands. Although people often think wasps are exclusively yellow and black, they can be black and white, and other colours. Here’s what you need to know. How to tell … Read more
Fruit flies are small, but mighty! Under the right conditions, these teeny tiny critters can quickly get out of hand inside your home. Contrary to popular belief, fruit flies don’t spontaneously grow out of rotting materials. They find their way inside by following the odours of fermentation and alcoholic beverages, overripe fruit, or hitching a … Read more
If you live in Canada, you’ve probably encountered some creepy crawlies at one point or another — from rodents and cockroaches to bed bugs and ants, many different pests can plague your home or business. Therefore, it’s important to be able to detect the signs of an infestation and promptly treat the problem before it … 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
Skunks and raccoons are common in rural and urban areas across Western Canada. While they might look cute, both animals can do damage to your home and property. So how do you know if you have a skunk or raccoon problem? Here are some clues. Raccoons The raccoon is a small to medium-sized North American … Read more
You may have a cockroach infestation in your home right now and not know it. That’s because cockroaches are good at hiding. Once you see one, it may be too late — they may have already arrived en masse. Look for these warning signs that cockroaches are moving in: Controlling cockroach populations To control cockroach … Read more
Gophers and ground squirrels look similar but behave quite differently. However, both can damage your lawn or vegetable crops, so knowing what type of rodent is digging up your property is crucial to controlling their populations. Here’s how to know if you have a gopher or ground squirrel problem and what to do about it. … Read more
Sowbugs are primarily outdoor pests. During the spring melt, however, you may find them in your home, looking for food and a safe place to mate. So, when are sowbugs a problem in your home? Here’s what you need to know. What are sowbugs? Sowbugs aren’t insects. They’re crustaceans, related more to shrimp than to … Read more
Bed bugs are opportunistic pests that can “hitchhike” their way into schools on clothing, blankets, lunch boxes, stuffed toys, and other personal belongings. Education and preparation are crucial to tackling bed bugs in schools and at home. Tips for educators Here are a few things you can do to keep your classroom free of bed … Read more