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August 16, 2020 If you’ve seen more wasps than normal flying around your property, it could mean that you have a wasp nest nearby. It’s very important to deal with your wasp problem sooner rather than later as a wasp nest can double in size every couple of weeks. This means more wasps bothering you and your family if you don’t take action! Wasps can start to become particularly active towards the end of summer as their food cravings start to change. Although wasps play an imp

June 15, 2020 The sun is finally out and the warm weather is here! Unfortunately, we know what that means, so are the seasonal pests. We have recently noticed an influx of carpenter bees within the residential areas of Toronto. These pests can be problematic for homeowners, so it’s important to know the difference when it comes to carpenter bees, to keep your home and family protected. What Are Carpenter Bees? Unlike bumblebees and honeybees, carpenter bees don’t live in col

July 2, 2018 As summer comes into full swing, you’ll notice more yellow and black flying pests in the air! These pests are known as bees and wasps. There are different types of bees and wasps all over the world. They come in different sizes too. Most often these pests look similar in size, but they are entirely different. In general, bees and wasps positively contribute to the environment. They are an excellent source of organic pest control in crops, farms, and gardens. Howe

September 15, 2016 In the last few months of warm weather, right up until the first frost, the bees are all the buzz! You’ll notice them on your front porch, on your walks at the park, and sometimes they are wandering from your backyard into your home. Bees such as honeybees are typically friendly, looking to pollinate wild and home garden plants. They are protected species and it is illegal for them to be killed. However, their cousin, the wasp can be much more aggressive. C