Rodents have many traits in common with other furry animals. With their big eyes and expressive faces, it is easy to see why some people even keep rodents as pets. However, the similarities between household pets and rodents end when you consider what is inside a rat’s mouth. A rat’s teeth are different from those… Continue reading
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How Can I Tell If I Have A Mouse Problem?
Cartoon mice are cute and cuddly and regularly engage in shenanigans with hilarious results. Mice in real life, though, are nocturnal critters whose presence will give off a noxious odor and potentially spread disease. Furthermore, mice can infest any home at any time. While winter is typically a period of lower activity for these rodents,… Continue reading
Is a Rodent Infestation Making You Sick?
If you are a Durham homeowner dealing with a rodent infestation, you may not realize that even when you evict mice and rats, the mess that they leave behind stays. This can be very harmful to you and your family because rodents urinate and leave their feces everywhere they go, and by doing so, they… Continue reading
Controlling The Common Rodents In The Winter Too!
Winter is certainly the least favourite season for many animals both in the wilderness and in urban city areas. As the temperatures drop, many of them will typically go to great lengths in order to find shelter and food sources. In doing so, they will crawl through the tiniest of holes and chew through the… Continue reading
Mice Love A Warm Garage!
If you’ve ever had a problem with mice, you probably know that, while it’s possible to deal with one or two of them yourself, chances are you need to call in a professional rodent service in order to take care of larger populations or full-blown infestations. That being said, getting to know the animal might… Continue reading
Squirrels Are The Worst House Guests!
When it comes to rodent control and service, the reasons for worrying about an invasion in your home include a wide variety of things, each differing in the amount of damage they cause. However, without a shadow of a doubt, squirrels can be the most damaging home assailants, as they possess many characteristics that make… Continue reading
Busting the Myth: Are Mice Traps and Poison Effective Rodent Control?
As the homeowner, once you discover a mouse problem in your home, your first thought may be to place traps and poison in the home. An exterminator may be called or DIY methods used to kill these small creatures. While the poison and traps will work to reduce the mouse population in the home, the… Continue reading
What Is the Deal With These Rodents in My Attic?
Preventing mice from entering your home can be tricky. Mice have the ability to manipulate their bodies into small spaces so they can easily enter your home through a crack or tiny hole in the wall. Mice like to live in attic spaces of the home due to the materials located in this area. Mice… Continue reading
Does Ultrasonic Rodent Repellent Work?
There are many rodent repellents out there. Chemical based, natural remedies, baited traps. However, mouse populations can quickly get out of control. Catching one mouse doesn’t mean the infestation is under control. There will always be more. Always. Electronic devices releasing electromagnetic frequencies or high pitched sound are a common repellent. However, they’re short-term fixes.… Continue reading
House Mouse Breeding Cycle
At the end of summer, mice look for warm places to build a winter nest. They flock from gardens, fields or wooded areas to seek shelter and regular food sources. An unclean home can attract mice to your property as they can sense food and clutter. That’s only the beginning of your problems. Mice reproduce… Continue reading
Mouse Infestation and Your Children’s Health
Oakville is an excellent place to raise a family. The Halton Region town consistently ranks among the best places in Canada to raise children. When it comes to pest control, many might be surprised to learn that the single family homes found throughout the town are frequently infested with mice. Mouse droppings and nests carry… Continue reading
‘Killing Kindly’ As a Last Resort in Rodent Control
All over the world, there is always the issue of how effective rodent control can be done in the most humane way possible. “Kind” and “gentle” are two words frequently used by animal welfare activists and companies engaged in the containment of domestic pests such as rats and mice. Since these animals are commonly found… Continue reading
Rodent Control Services: A Must for Canadian Homes
CBC News reported last May that after a long winter, Charleswood, Winnipeg resident Julian Warelis was shocked to see his lawn all messed up as he was raking grass. It turned out that a pack of burrowing voles chewed up the grass and dug multiple holes, resulting in several bald spots on his lawn. A… Continue reading
Why Businesses Need Professional Rodent Control
A recent article in Global News reports that in the past two years, 754 establishments in Toronto were slapped with health citations, with 87 of them forced to close due to violations related to rodent and pest infestations. For a business, getting a citation related to health and sanitation not only results in profit losses… Continue reading
Why Have a Rodent Control Service handle Industrial Facility Work
The British Broadcasting Corp. currently has its hands full with a rodent infestation at the company’s new home – Broadcasting House in Portland Place, London. The company transferred its TV operations to the building upon finishing its nearly 53-year run at Television Center at Wood Lane on March 31st this year. Because mice have all… Continue reading
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