Travel can be a thrilling and enjoyable experience, but the thought of bringing home a bed bug infestation can quickly dampen anyone’s excitement. Bed bugs can be found in a variety of locations, including upscale hotels and even on public transportation. The truth is, anyone can end up with these pesky critters in their luggage. […]
There is a disturbing trend in Hamilton… Unsuspecting people are bringing in bedbugs on their clothing , handbags or knapsacks. They are coming off of them in medical facilities, dental clinics, as well as in offices dealing with social services. Unfortunately; nobody is completely immune to this rapidly spreading menace. We have serviced homes for doctors, teachers, nurses, social workers, […]
We just finished treating an apartment unit which was badly infested with bedbugs. The tenant had refused to let us treat and actually just moved out. The landlord was pleased he was gone but unhappy at the mess he left behind; as well as the bedbugs. The problem however; is that wherever this person moved […]
Controlling bed bugs takes time and patience. There are a variety of non-chemical approaches that have been shown to be effective. In addition, pesticides are available to aid in the control process. Combining chemical and non-chemical treatments in a unified approach that often makes the most sense. The approach is called integrated pest management (IPM). […]
1. Learn how to identify bed bugs. 2. When visiting, bring in only what you need and avoid placing bags close to walls and furniture (if this is unavoidable place belongings in a closed white plastic kitchen bag and examine it for any bed bugs before leaving). 3. If possible, stand rather than sit, or […]
Here come the ants…… Carpenter ants are one of the most common structural pests found in and around the home. They are the largest type of ant that invade the home….they can range from 1/4 to 3/4 inches in length. They have a constricted waist, six legs and bent antennae. They can be black, reddish-black […]
