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April 18, 2021 The Importance Of A Secure House It’s important for you to feel comfortable in your own home. At Advantage Pest Control, we want to help protect your residence, and prevent any problems from happening in the future. When you have a protection plan against pests, not only could you be saving thousands of dollars from potential service fees, but you’ll sleep better at night knowing your house is pest free! One common issue we face in large urban areas such as Tor

February 16, 2021 With the stay-at-home order in Toronto being extended, you may have decided it’s time to do some reorganizing. With more time being spent at home, our team at Advantage Pest Control understands why you have caught the home organization bug. We also know that you don’t want to attract actual bugs and pests! Here are five tips to help you organize your storage while also keeping pests away. Store All Food Items In Sealed Containers Pests have a frustratingly g

October 15, 2020 As the world continues to adjust to staying at home and practicing social distancing, many people have taken the opportunity to renovate their living space. One thing that is often overlooked is pest precautions! After spending money on home renovations, the last thing you’ll want to do is endure costly repairs due to pests! Tips On Managing Pest During Renovations Pests are just as excited about your home improvements as you are! With walls exposed and multi

December 16, 2019 During December, there’s a good chance you’ll be entertaining family and friends. Even if no guests are coming over, you and your family members will be enjoying treats associated with holidays like Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve. Each time you break out the food, there is the potential for crumbs to get on the floor, which are a favourite of ants and roaches. Try these tips for keeping your kitchen, pantry, and dining room clean to prevent

December 2, 2019 A preventative approach to a pest-free home is to manage your home or building throughout the year. During the colder months, it is more likely that pests are going to seek shelter indoors, especially rodents who want to find warmth. This means that your home could become a safe harbour for pests that typically don’t bother you the rest of the year. This may also be a busy time inside your home with guests visiting for the holiday season. It’s important to ta

June 3, 2019 The word “pest” is an umbrella term for a wide variety of insects and rodents. If you’ve ever had an infestation in your home, you will know how important early intervention can be. Many over-the-counter pest killers claim they eliminate all manner of critters with one solution, but it is often better to take a more customized approach. At Advantage Pest Control, we provide comprehensive solutions that provide long-term relief from many different types of pests.

May 20, 2019 Springtime is when most homeowners roll up their sleeves, dust off their cleaning tools, and start thinking about getting their home spick and span. This often involves pest elimination as well. At Advantage Pest Control in Toronto, we recommend these tips to keep those pests away this Spring: 1. Keep Plants Away from Windows Plants and mulch tend to attract a lot of pests and critters. Ants and rodents can crawl and climb up the branches to gain access to your h

March 25, 2019 Spring has sprung, and the sunshine is finally here! Although, we are not the only one’s rejoicing! The new season also signals the rise of pests too. During this change, both insects and wildlife awake from their winter hibernation and are on the lookout for resources! These include food, shelter and water – exactly what you can provide! Pest control is not just a residential problem, but it can also be a commercial problem too. Springtime pests often include

May 15, 2017 Toronto is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. However, like most metropolitan cities pest problems are natural. In reality, there are many different types of pests that can infest Canadian homes every day. It is important to know what some of the more common pests are and the precautions that can be taken to prevent them from entering your home. 1. Ants. The pests are attracted to sweet and greasy types of food, such as peanut butter. To avoid them, k