• Scurry the Mouse

    Mice are rodents who can enter homes through a hole the size of a dime and quickly multiply because of their high reproductive rate.

  • Scoot the Raccoons

    Raccoons develop their distinctive mask when they are ten days old. Although they’re admired for their intelligence and ingenuity, these attributes are also what make raccoons so destructive when they decide to live in your home.

  • Split the Bat

    Bats use echolocation to find small insects and can eat up to three times their body weight in insects each night. Bats can roost in caves and cliffs, but most often form colonies in homes and buildings.

  • Scamper the Squirrel

    Squirrels can chew holes into homes and scamper within the walls and attic spaces, where they build nests, cause structural damage and pose numerous health risks.

  • Skip the Bird

    Pigeons, sparrows and starlings leave behind nests and droppings that can cause serious health problems and frustration for humans forced to share their home with a flight of unwanted winged lodgers.

  • Scram the Skunk

    The striped skunk is a mammal that is infamous for the strong odour it can emit. Not only can this species wreak havoc on your senses, it can cause major damage to your home.

  • Scurry the Mouse

    Mice are rodents who can enter homes through a hole the size of a dime and quickly multiply because of their high reproductive rate.

  • Scoot the Raccoons

    Raccoons develop their distinctive mask when they are ten days old. Although they’re admired for their intelligence and ingenuity, these attributes are also what make raccoons so destructive when they decide to live in your home.

Sunday, October 16, 2016

Dangers of Raccoons living in Your Home

Raccoons can gain entry into any home via several areas most often through the roof. Raccoons will use their paws with nimble fingers to pull away flashing, soffits, wood and even aluminum to gain entry into the home. The creature commonly claims the attic space as its own and homeowners soon find out they have unwanted squatters taking up space in their attic. It is never good to have raccoons living in the same space as humans as they can cause major damage to the home as well as carry disease. Learn the dangers of allowing a raccoon to live...

Identify your Common Backyard Birds

Living in Canada means you are exposed to a great deal of wildlife, with one category being birds. There are many species of birds that call Canada home and particular birds of the region can become pests when near the home. From the crow to swallows and sparrows, birds commonly seen in your backyard can quickly become pests to your home. Birds build nests in order to have somewhere to live and hatch eggs. Such nests can be created in the attic space of a home as well as on the roof, in gutters and other areas that can become a nuisance. You may...

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Trapping those Cute Flying Squirrels

You may have noticed a very cute little creature running around your home. Perhaps you’ve even commented on how cute those creatures are. Did you know that those adorable little flying squirrels can cause havoc to your home and property if not taken care of? Learning how getting rid of squirrels can protect your home is vital to removing the risk of damaging your attic or insulation. If you have squirrels in the attic or around your home, it’s...

Thursday, September 8, 2016

Mice Around Your Home: What to do?

There are many ways to get rid of a mouse but for most new homeowners, it can be intimidating. Individuals can have very few fears but see a mouse in the house, and instantly jump up on the couch in fear. These tiny creatures are essentially harmless but can lead to damage as well as health issues in the home. Once a mouse has been spotted, steps need to be taken to have the mouse removed. Below are a few tips to get you started.Evaluating the Situation...