Canadian winters are tough, but they have perks. Not only can you enjoy picturesque snowy scenery, but cold temperatures slow down pests inside the home. Once spring arrives, though, watch out! Here are the top five pests to look for. If you see any of them, it’s time to call Waterloo pest control.

Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are small insects that resemble apple seeds. True to their names, they live in peoples’ beds and come out at night to suck their blood. Spring and summer are the worst times for these insects; however, most victims have an infestation weeks or months before they realize it.

Because bed bugs are so tiny, they can fit into the smallest imaginable crevices in your home. They snuggle into furniture and wallpaper, so even the most thorough cleaning is not enough to get rid of them. Truly Nolen removes adult bed bugs and their eggs, putting an end to the infestation.

Carpenter Ants

Carpenter ants do not intentionally bite people; instead, they cause damage by tunnelling through wooden structures. If you have seen large ants this winter, it is likely that they are nesting indoors somewhere, and will become more active once the weather warms up.

The good news is that carpenter ants do not eat healthy wood. The bad news is that their presence means somewhere in your home there is water causing decay. Our technicians not only get rid of ants, but they also search for sources of moisture to root out the cause of your infestation.

Mosquitos

Mosquitos are everyone’s least favourite insect because they have a way of ruining outdoor parties and moonlight strolls with their annoying bites. Some people are sensitive to mosquito saliva and are left with welts that last for days. Mosquitos also carry serious diseases such as the West Nile virus.

Be proactive this year, and let Truly Nolen stop mosquitos before you hear the first buzzing in your ear. While removing sources of standing water can lessen their numbers somewhat, you need professional help to make your yard truly mosquito-proof. We can control their population by eliminating both larvae and adults.

Bees and Wasps

Bees and wasps have important jobs as pollinators in the garden but don’t risk stings with nests near your home. As soon as spring flowers bloom, be on the lookout for telltale yellow and black shapes zooming through your yard, and watch to see where they construct nests.

If you notice a bee or wasp nest, call us to take it down right away. Don’t take a chance by approaching the structure or trying to spray it with insecticide. You run the risk of causing the insects to swarm you and inflict multiple stings. The removal of bees and wasps always requires professional help.

Rodents

Rodents are a nightmare for homeowners. Their very presence puts people on edge as they listen to mouse footsteps in the ceiling at night and discover their droppings and food caches all around the house in the morning. These furry animals are not just an inconvenience; they also spread disease to humans.

Rats and mice are impossible to eliminate with traps or poisons. Even if you manage to kill one or two, there are many more to replace them. Only pest control professionals can find where the mice are coming in and are equipped to keep them out for good.

Truly Nolen of Waterloo

Truly Nolen is serious about Waterloo pest control. Besides the top five, we also eliminate many others, including the following invaders. Cockroaches, Spiders, Termites, and Moths.

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