Why Homes Near Water Have More Spiders
Living near Lake Ontario, a creek, pond, ravine, or other body of water can be one of the best parts of owning a home in Burlington. Waterfront and water-adjacent properties often have beautiful views, mature vegetation, and plenty of outdoor space. Unfortunately, these same conditions can also create an ideal environment for insects and the […]
How to Get Rid of Spiders in Burlington
Spiders are one of the most common pests homeowners encounter in Burlington, especially during the warmer months. You may notice webs forming around porch lights, corners of windows, basement ceilings, garages, sheds, or along the exterior of your home. While most spiders found in Southern Ontario are not considered dangerous to people, many homeowners still […]
How to Get Rid of Ants in a Burlington Home
Ants are one of the most common pest problems Burlington homeowners deal with, particularly during the spring and summer. You may notice a few ants wandering across the kitchen counter one day and discover a steady trail leading through your home shortly afterward. While wiping up the ants you can see may provide temporary relief, […]
How to Get Rid of Wasps Around Your Home in Burlington
Wasps are one of the most common pest problems homeowners face during the warmer months in Burlington. A single wasp flying around your deck may not seem like much of a concern, but it can quickly signal the beginning of a growing colony nearby. As summer progresses, small nests can develop into large, active colonies […]
Where Wasps Build Nests Around Burlington Homes
Wasps are a familiar sight throughout Burlington every summer, but many homeowners don’t realize just how close these insects may be nesting. A few wasps flying around your deck or repeatedly hovering near your roofline often means there’s an active colony nearby. The sooner you identify where wasps like to build their nests, the easier […]
What to Do If You Find a Wasp Nest
Finding a wasp nest around your home can be unsettling, especially when it appears near a doorway, deck, window, shed, or another area your family regularly uses. While a few wasps flying through the yard may not be cause for concern, discovering an active nest requires more caution. Wasps can become defensive when they believe […]
When Is Wasp Season in Ontario?
Wasps are a familiar sight during Ontario summers, especially around patios, gardens, garbage bins, decks, and outdoor dining areas. While you might occasionally notice a wasp during spring, their activity becomes much more obvious as summer progresses. By August and September, established colonies can contain hundreds or even thousands of workers, making late summer the […]
Common Summer Pests in Burlington
Summer is one of the best times to enjoy everything Burlington has to offer. Whether you’re relaxing in the backyard, spending time by the lake, or hosting family barbecues, warm weather brings people outdoors. Unfortunately, it also brings a noticeable increase in pest activity. As temperatures rise, insects and rodents become more active in search […]
How to Keep Bugs Out During the Summer in Burlington
Summer is one of the best times of year to enjoy your home in Burlington, but it’s also when insects become the most active. Warmer temperatures, longer days, and increased humidity create ideal conditions for many common household pests. Ants begin searching for food indoors, wasps establish nests around homes, spiders become more noticeable, mosquitoes […]
Why I Had Ants In My Kitchen?
How you can get rid of ants in your home can be challenging without knowing the reason for their invasion. Your kitchen has enough stuff to invite the ants. There are several species of ants worldwide, but some of the common species like black, sugar and carpenter ants are often found in your kitchen or […]