Climate change is a reality that is affecting every corner of the world, including the pest control industry. The changing climate is having a significant impact on pest species, making it more challenging to control them. As a leading pest control company in Hamilton, Ontario, Action Pest has seen firsthand the effects of climate change […]
When you’re dealing with a cockroach infestation, you just want it to be over. You want your house back and those sneaky invaders dead or gone. The question is: where does it end? How long do cockroaches live? At Action Pest, we know how frustrating it is to have your home taken over by cockroaches […]
A lot of people believe cockroaches are nearly invincible. For one thing, they can supposedly survive a nuclear apocalypse. (Not true, according to this article.) They can also survive for weeks without a head. (Unfortunately, this one is true.) What about Ontario winters, however? Can cockroaches survive in the cold? At Action Pest, we’re often […]
You’re pretty sure you’ve got rats in your home. The squeaking and skittering noises in the walls and attic, gnawed food boxes in the kitchen, and droppings along the walls and under furniture are all dead giveaways. The question is: what kind of rat has taken up residence? There are 4 common types of rats […]
When we think of a bug problem, we normally think about cockroaches, ants, or spiders, but none of these are as vicious toward humans as bed bugs. These pests can draw blood from the human body for up to 5 minutes and leave you itching with multiple scars. Bed bugs aren’t the usual pests that […]
We’ve all been through nightmares imagining cockroaches, rats, and mice invading our house, but some pests are too tiny for us to spot, and that’s why they can be more damaging. What might appear to be a small black dot on your white sheets or clothing blanket can be the first indication of carpet beetles. […]
Winter is a great time to get cozy and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while your neighbors build their perfect snowman with their teenagers. While you’re busy working on your bucket list and making plans, it’s Christmas time for rodents, as they aggressively stock their supplies for the coldest time of the year. Using […]
During the peak of COVID-19, restrictions on movement and travel were put in place to prevent the further spread of this virus. Since then, these restrictions have loosened. Now that it’s summer, people tend to have more free time which means booking vacations and looking to do more travelling. However, when you travel, don’t forget […]
Who doesn’t love the summer season? The warm sun hitting your face, the smell of summer barbeques wafting over randomly. As you prepare for all the exciting outdoor activities, keep in mind that summer is also the season that attracts the most pests and insect activity. During the warm weather season, humans are not the […]
Pests have always been a significant disturbance to our peace of mind and immediate environment. It starts off as a minor issue until they develop into substantial problems requiring professional help. It’s a good tactic to adopt pest prevention methods before it gets to that point, but in some cases, there is rarely much you […]
