Posts by Ray Atta Jat
What To Do If You See a Rabid Racoon
As a pest control technician I’ve learned how to deal with rabid raccoons in a safe way. Read this article for the inside scoop from a pro. If you spot a raccoon acting strangely, remain composed. Don’t come near the creature and stay far away. Key Takeaways Keep a safe distance. Report the raccoon. Take…
Read MoreSigns of a Pavement Ant Infestation
Pavement ants, also known as house ants, are common house-infesting ant species found throughout Canada and the world. Unlike other pests, pavement ants tend to attack homes and other buildings throughout the year. Signs You Have Pavement Ants Seeing worker ants straying in your kitchen or on the pavement cracks is an early…
Read More3 Reasons You Have Mice In Your Home
Reasons You Have Mice Rats and mice are the most common invasive pests worldwide. If they can find warmth, food, water, and a good spot of building nests in your home, then you are staring at a serious mouse infestation. And since mice multiply very fast, you should employ proper rodent control measures before the…
Read MoreHow to properly remove a tick
How To Remove a Tick Ticks are small insects often found in heavily wooded or grassy areas. Like other insects, a tick goes through the four developmental stages of life; egg, larvae, nymph, and adult. They need blood and a different at every stage to survive. Tick full of blood All tick species, like black-legged…
Read MoreHow To Prevent Mosquito Bites
Mosquitoes are small flying insects common throughout all parts of the world. There are over 3500 known species of mosquitoes. Of these many types, not all feed on human blood. Moreover, not all mosquito species spread disease. Some mosquito bites will just leave you with itching, swollen bites. Despite most mosquitoes being harmless, it…
Read MoreLearn What Rats Do To Survive
Rats are small animals that account for the bigger percentage of rodents. They are very adaptive and are found in every country in the world. In Canada, the bigger rat population is found in urban areas because that’s where food and water are readily available. But what do rats eat and where do they live?…
Read MoreWasps In Folklore & Culture
Hornet Spiritual Meaning: Symbolism And Folklore Of Hornets Most of the questions that many people commonly ask themselves is, do the insects have a spiritual meaning? What is their significance in folklore and symbolism? The answer is yes; they fall into the category of spirit animals. They are commonly associated with power, strength, and aggression.…
Read MoreIs bat removal covered by home insurance?
If, in any case, a family of bats forced their way into your home, home insurance companies will not likely pay you for the extent of the damage or for professional bat removal. A standard policy usually won’t compensate you for the losses or damages because it is considered normal wear or tear. Since most…
Read MoreThis Is Why They Are Called Silverfish…
Silverfish are a species of insects with small bodies and tiny scales that are common throughout Canada. Their scientific name is Lepisma saccharina. Silverfish are not harmful to humans but are a nuisance to live with. Although they are harmless in terms of health hazards to humans, silverfish can very destructive to property. Silverfish Removal…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t Kill Stink Bugs
Got Stink Bugs? Here’s How To Get Rid of Them Stink Bug Removal Toronto Area When fall arrives and leaves begin to change, then you should know that most unpleasant insects are on the move. This, together with the arrival of stink bugs, signifies the start of cooler months. An infestation of brown marmorated stinkbugs…
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