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Pest management within the apartment industry necessitates a strategic shift from reactive to proactive measures.

March 23, 2020 To our valued clients, We understand that this is a time of uncertainty and precaution surrounding COVID-19. At Advantage Pest Control, we continue to operate to help protect our clients and their homes. We have added in additional control procedures and precautions to keep our staff and clients healthy and safe. For any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at 416-840-4040. We wish you and your family continued health and safety during this time. – Pao

March 2, 2020 It can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any time: uninvited guests. If you are reading this, you likely want to know what you should do about a new pest. The problem and oft-repeated phrase that lingers in your mind, “where there’s one, there’s many.” Sure you could try your hand at taking care of the pests yourselves with store-bought traps or poison, and you may tackle the daring few who come out into the open. But you may not be dealing with the growing populat

October 21, 2019 There are often many misconceptions when it comes to pest control. We are clarifying a few key truths that we believe are important for you when it comes to pest control and protecting your home. Truth #1: Killing only what you see won’t fix the problem! The pests you see are likely only a small representation of the bigger problem you have. For example, once you see termites, you typically already have a significant infestation. Termites can chew away at you

October 7, 2019 At Advantage Pest Control, our Residential Home Protection Plan gives you annual protection against more than 15 of the most common household pests. This plan can be essential for many homeowners, especially during the fall season. Fall pests are looking to seek refuge in preparation for winter. Pests to be more aware of in the fall include cockroaches, rodents and carpenter ants. With the Advantage Pest Control Home Protection Plan, you are insured against cu

September 23, 2019 Cheers to our amazing team at Advantage Pest Control. We are thrilled to be in our new office location in Scarborough! Our office address is 1261 Kennedy Rd., Unit 5. We service Toronto and the GTA! We are proud members of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) as well as the Canadian Pest Management Association (CPMA). Advantage Pest Control is fully licensed by the Ministry of Environment, Ontario. We are fully insured. All our exterminators are

September 9, 2019 Back to school season warrants a check for bed bugs! As college students move into their new dorm rooms, it is essential to take preventative measures against these pests. Bed bugs can move quickly from room to room on backpacks, clothes, luggage, and any other items students take with them. Be sure to fully examine everything in your dorm room including furniture, suitcases, and clothing. Carefully inspect your mattress seams, before placing your sheets on

August 26, 2019 The Professional Women in Pest Management ( PWIPM ) is an affiliate group of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) whose mission is to attract, develop and support women in the pest management industry through educational programs, resources and peer networking. Rachel Alexander, our Senior Pest Management Specialist at Advantage Pest Control, was featured in an issue of PWIPM’s magazine. She was interviewed in a two-page spread as a recipient of the

August 12, 2019 We are announcing a new exciting job opportunity in the GTA, at Advantage Pest Control! We are hiring for a full-time position for a Bookkeeper/Office Administrator. At Advantage Pest Control, we are a fast expanding business with a dynamic team. This position is a 40-hour per week, five days a week position, 9 AM – 5:30 PM. There is no overtime required. To apply directly to this exciting full-time opportunity, or learn more about the position requirements, c

July 29, 2019 Our team at Advantage Pest Control is growing! As a reputable and well-known pest control company in Toronto and the GTA, we are expanding our friendly and dynamic team. We are looking for experienced, licensed, results-driven pest control and termite service technicians to provide high-quality structural pest & termite control services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our mission can be defined simply as quality, confidential and discreet service, results with guar

June 17, 2019 It is crucial for every business to maintain a pest-free environment, not only for hygiene and health reasons, but for your business’ reputation as well. Pest sightings on your commercial property can have a negative impact on the impression that customers and clients have about your company or retail business. If you run a restaurant or any other hospitality-based business, pest infestations can spell doom. We at Advantage Pest Control understand the importanc

November 6, 2017 Pest problems are becoming more severe in Canada, especially within urban rental spaces. Areas such as North York and Toronto in Ontario are facing increasing reports of bed bugs and cockroaches each year. With all of the construction in these urban areas, they become a magnet for pest trouble. Unfortunately, it doesn’t necessarily matter how clean or careful you are, sometimes pests can still be a problem. This past year a proposed law was raised (Rent Safe

July 31, 2017 Pest infestations are not only unpleasant, but they can cause damage to your property and contaminate the health and safety of your home! One of the most effective and efficient ways to get rid of pests is to seek a professional exterminator (pest control service). Did you know that pests such as cockroaches can carry E coli and salmonella on their bodies, spreading these into your home? Even smaller pests such as ants can contaminate foods and cause structural

June 14, 2016 Yet Again, Advantage Pest Control is excited to announce that we have added three new technicians to the team. Thanks to both our new and loyal clients, we are happy to grow the workforce fulfill of calls and better serve the Greater Toronto Area. New team member information and bio pictures coming soon! Wildly Excited, Advantage Pest Control

February 2, 2016 Visit us at 1261 Kennedy Rd Unit #5 Scarborough, ON M1P 2L4, weekdays 9-5 & Saturdays 10-4! Call us at 416-840-4040 or visit our online store at AdvantagePestControl.co/Products for even more pest control products! We ship across Canada!

January 1, 2016 Welcome to the new and improved website + blog of Advantage Pest Control! It was time to initiate change and we are proud to bring you a new interactive experience with actively updated news feeds. Please take a moment to explore our new website and provide us with your feedback!