Now that the winter has come and gone, nature is on the move once again. As much of the Animal Kingdom awakes from its hibernation and temperatures begin to increase, creatures and critters will be rustling about seeking shelter in new spaces as they carry on with their life cycles. There are multiple ways for […]
When it comes to pests like rats, mice, roaches, and bed bugs infiltrating your living space, immediate action is ideal. But effective removal treatments cost money, and when you live in a rental property, you may not necessarily be responsible for this expense. On the flip side, if you own a rental property, you’ll want […]
When it comes to pests like bed bugs in your home, you want to ensure both safe and effective measures are used to get rid of them. Perhaps the two most common options are thermal heat treatments and chemical sprays. Detection Before discussing treatments, we want to ensure you know the tell-tale signs of bed […]
Whether it’s Tom’s counterpart, Jerry, or perhaps the most iconic Disney caricature, Mickey Mouse, mice have often been characterized in popular culture as cute creatures with adorable traits. As a result, certain stereotypes come to mind instantly when thinking of mice. Action Pest is here to debunk some of the myths about mice for you. […]
If you’re noticing quite a few more wasps around lately, you’re right. Not only are we at the peak of BBQ and swimming season, we’re right in the middle of wasp season as well. One type of wasp poses a serious health concern around Hamilton area’s parks, beaches, and backyards: the Yellow Jacket. How to […]
Since the first case of raccoon rabies was discovered last December, Hamilton has been at the centre of the outbreak. Before the recent outbreak, Ontario hadn’t seen a case of rabies since 1999. It is believed that an infected animal made its way across the border on a truck or train from the United States’ […]
When the warm weather comes it brings with it the bugs and flies, and ticks are no exception. Summer is here and tick season is in full swing. Typically expected to be found when out hiking or in long grassy fields, the increase in ticks in the Hamilton region have brought these critters out of […]
Bedbugs in Hamilton The bedbug problem in Hamilton has been getting worse the past few months, especially when it comes to rental apartment units being infested with bedbugs. A recent Hamilton Spectator article on the bedbug epidemic sheds some light on how many complaints were made in 2015 to both, The Public Health Services and CityHousing, which […]
The deadly “Kissing Bug” or Triatomine bug, gets its name for how it bites, as it sucks blood usually from around the lips and face of sleeping people or animals. It’s not the good night kiss that most expect when they are tucked into bed. No, when the Triatomine bug visits in the night, it’s […]
Rodents aren’t the most loved species on the planet and for good reason. 8 out of 13 rodents collected from Younglove Preserve in San Timoteo Canyon, California, have been tested positive for a virus called Hantavirus. What Is Hantavirus? First and foremost, it is important to know the important questions such as; what is the […]
