How to avoid bed bugs when traveling for hockey season
Hockey and bed bugs don’t go together. Unless you’re busy with a travel team. Then your chance of getting the bugs increases sharply. Why? You’re playing in different cities, staying in more hotels than the average person. A 2024 survey from Sleep Doctor found 1 in 7 U.S....
Should I worry about a rat in the yard?
Seeing wildlife in the yard is one of the joys of life. Seeing rats outside, not so much. Visible rats are affecting the quality of life of residents in some Toronto neighbourhoods, which are experiencing a “perfect rat storm,” claims a local official. Rats carry disease. They also...
Make your Labour Day free of annoying bugs
Make your Labour Day free of annoying bugs Mosquitoes, wasps and ants can quickly turn a picnic into an unpleasant experience. To make your outdoor party pest-free, the experts at Pest HQ suggest the following: Minimize mosquitoes. In the days and weeks leading up to Labour Day, mosquito-proof your...
Tiny flies are in my bathroom. What do I do?
Finding little flies in your bathroom isn’t just annoying. It’s potentially dangerous. That’s because small flies may transmit disease. They breed in the decaying muck found in drains and other unsanitary places. Then they may transfer those pathogens to where they land next. Hello, toothbrush? Ewww. To get...
Why are there so many wasps this year?
You’re just minding your own business, enjoying a meal on the patio, when the horde arrives. The aggressive, black-and-yellow invaders steal food right of your plate and dive-bomb your drink. Not only are wasps annoying, but their sting hurts… a lot. And they’re potentially deadly if you’re allergic...
Garden Pests
What is attacking my plants? It’s summer and the garden is thriving. Until it’s not. Overnight, flowers and vegetables appear deformed and full of holes. Plants are wilted, sooty and generally unhappy. Unfortunately, garden pests have found your delectable plants. At Pest HQ, we’ve heard this a lot...
How to mosquito-proof your yard
You can drastically reduce the number of mosquitoes on your property. All it takes is a little effort. In return, you’ll swat less and get fewer red, itchy bites from the blood-sucking pests.You’ll also reduce your chance of getting sick. Mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus, a serious illness that...
“Tens of thousands of bed bugs”
It was the worst bed bug infestation an Arizona exterminator had ever seen: “The bed bugs were an inch or inch-and-a-half-deep in the carpet,” he told KKTV News. The Arizona resident had battled bed bugs in her home for five years without success, living in horrific conditions among “tens...
Ticks are getting worse in Canada
This spring, it’s more important than ever to be tick aware. Why? Health Canada says the population of ticks that spread disease in Canada is increasing due to warming temperatures. Many species of ticks can make us sick but the biggest worry is the blacklegged tick, which transmits...
Carpenter Ants and What They Eat
Doing DIY ant control? Here’s a tip: Carpenter ants like different kinds of food at different times of the year. This means the ‘food’ – or insecticide bait – that you set out to kill them might not work. If carpenter ants are ignoring the bait, it’s probably time...
Should I worry about ants inside and outside the house?
It’s okay to worry about finding ants in the house. Some, like carpenter ants, can seriously damage your home. They tunnel through wood timbers, weakening the structure. Other ants are an unpleasant nuisance. They may appear suddenly in great numbers, trailing across countertops and contaminating your food. Should...
Pest control supplies near me
When unwanted bugs, mice or rats invade your home, you want to know – Where can I get pest control products near me? Sure, you can head to the nearest big box store. But there, you’re pretty much on your own to choose the best products and approach...
Should I worry about bed bugs?
Getting together for the holidays is so much fun… unless you’ve returned home only to find you have bed bugs. Bed bugs are crafty hitchhikers. You can pick them up in hotel rooms, by riding public transit or merely sitting on infested furniture. Guests also may bring them...
Heard a bump in the night?
It may be attic critters. Here’s what to do. If you hear a strange noise at night, pay attention. It may not be your imagination. Consider what happened to an affluent homeowner we heard about: She believed claims of strange noises at night were just her “kids being...
Rats are on the move this fall
Rats are on the move this fall. Get tips to protect your home, children and pets. If you’ve seen more rats out and about lately, you’re not alone. We’ve noticed it, too. Just before midnight recently, our Pest HQ colleague heard a noise out on her deck. She thought...
Can DIY pest control really get results?
To Get Rid of Bugs and Rodents, follow this #1 Rule People often ask Pest HQ experts if it’s really possible to get rid of bugs and rodents on their own. The answer: ABSOLUTELY! Unfortunately, many people don’t follow the #1 rule of successful DIY pest control: KNOW...
Tiny flies are invading my kitchen. How do I get rid of them?
Tiny flies are invading my kitchen. How do I get rid of them? Not only are small flies in the kitchen annoying and gross, but they also may spread bacteria that make you sick. To eliminate the flies, you must find where they are breeding and laying eggs,...
My kid went to summer camp and now we have bed bugs. What do we do?
My kid went to summer camp and now we have bed bugs. What do we do? Bed bugs were not the summer memory you expected, but yep, they arrived home with your child from camp. What a nightmare! It’s okay to be upset. Bed bugs invade the space where...
Mosquitoes are ruining our backyard fun!
Mosquitoes are ruining our backyard fun. How can we eliminate them naturally? Nothing is worse than swatting mosquitoes when you’re trying to relax outdoors. The buzzing pests are highly annoying, and their bites cause itchy, red welts. Even worse: Mosquitoes can transmit diseases like West Nile virus, a serious illness that...
Rats in the garden?
Rats in the garden are increasingly common. Here’s how to protect your produce, pets and children. You do not want to see rats running in and around your garden, especially when pets and children play nearby. Unfortunately, this has become more common. Rats moved into neighbourhoods during the...