Wait. Is that a flying ant? I didn’t think ants flew here in Port Elgin. Usually I see them scurrying around the sidewalk. This one is flying. During the summer months it’s not uncommon to see flying ants. Also known as alates, flying ants are male and female ants who are looking to hook-up. Basically, … Continue reading Why do some ants have wings?
In 2014, CBC reported a noticeable rise in Halifax’s carpenter ant population. During warmer months the ants come out to drill into wood damaging homes. Carpenter ants are always a regular problem around the city. Neighbourhoods become infested with them as they move from house to house. There’s no reason the ant problem hasn’t continued … Continue reading Carpenter Ant Damage
St. Catharines, St. Catharines! The carpenter ants are coming, the carpenter ants are coming! Once in your home they can destroy anything made of wood. Unlike termites, they don’t eat wood. Oh, just burrow to make carpenter ant colonies. Completely damaging major structural elements of buildings. So, the next summer afternoon there’s an ant in … Continue reading What do carpenter ants look like?
During the spring and summer months, residents of Goderich, ON may notice a variety of pests in and around their homes. These months are particularly high in pest activity due to the reproductive habits and behavioral traits of many of Goderich’s common pests. Ticks and fleas are no exception with April to September being prime … Continue reading Controlling Fleas and Ticks in Goderich
Lately, Truly Nolen Merrickville has been receiving calls from homeowners in the Ottawa Valley area who are finding silverfish in their homes. A house-dwelling insect, the Lepisma saccharina, more commonly known as the Silverfish or bristletail, derives its name from several characteristics such as its silver/gray exoskeleton and fish-like habit of moving at a fast … Continue reading Controlling Silverfish in Merrickville Homes
When Port Elgin residents are outside in their yards trying to enjoy one of the town’s famous sunsets, the last thing they want to have are ants crawling all over their sidewalks, patios and lawns. With the warmer weather here, more and more Port Elgin residents will want to take advantage of the nicer temperatures … Continue reading Controlling Field Ants in Port Elgin
Several kinds of spiders are commonly found in Niagara; most of them are not poisonous and are considered more of a nuisance than a safety threat. However, where there is one bug, there are two, three or more and spiders are usually a sign of larger pest problems. Spiders like to hide in dark, undisturbed … Continue reading Controlling Spiders in Niagara
As the days start to become warmer, people will begin to notice the emergence of Boxelder bugs. These bugs can cause people some worry, as they look very intimidating and are usually found in large groups. They hibernate inside of walls and soffits in the winters. These bugs emerge from their winter sites during … Continue reading How to Stop Boxelder Bugs from Invading Your Home
With spring here, you may be noticing an influx of pests around your property. During the winter months bugs, like mammals, enjoy hibernating until the weather warms up. With the El Nino winter Canada experienced this year, resulting in milder weather than usual; pests are popping up even earlier than anticipated. Fortunately, preparing your home … Continue reading Seven Easy Ways to Keep Your Home Pest Free This Spring
One of the most common ants Hamilton residents deal with is Pharaoh ants. They are infamous indoor pests, one of the toughest to control. Pharaoh Ants can be found in the spring, summer and fall months. Pharaoh ants are yellow to light brown in color, with a darker abdomen that appears translucent. They are typically 1/16 … Continue reading Pharaoh Ants- One of the Toughest Ants to Control