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July 9, 2021 With beautiful summer weather comes the unwanted visit of certain pests. Termites are no strangers to the GTA, and can cause many issues both inside and outside of the home. At Advantage Pest Control, we want to help give you a summer that is termite-free. Let’s take a look at the warning signs of an infestation, and our solution to help make your home a safer place! What Damage Do Termites Cause? It’s no surprise termites like wood. These little buggers will n

July 11, 2020 Termites are known as “silent destroyers” and for good reasons! These hungry little pests can go undetected in places like windows, door frames and the foundation of your home for long periods of time. According to statistics , termites cost Torontonians an estimated $120 million in property damage each year – which isn’t good news if you’re a local homeowner. It’s important to educate yourself on the warning signs of termites to avoid an infestation and costly

November 19, 2018 One of the most common termite species found in Canada are the Subterranean Termites . The western subterranean termites are native to British Columbia. The eastern subterranean termites are usually found in the eastern region of Canada. The subterranean termite is known as the most destructive type of termite in Canada. This termite has saw-toothed jaws that act like shears. They use their jaws to bite off small pieces of wood. Over time, subterranean term

July 30, 2018 The social insect termites are sometimes called “white ants” but did you know that they are most likely related to cockroaches than ants? Termites are also considered to be among the oldest insects on the planet. At Advantage Pest Control, we want our clients to be aware of what termites are and understand their pest behaviours! Here are some important facts about termites: Cockroach Ancestor: Termites are categorized as insects of the infraorder Isopteraea . Ac

January 15, 2018 While we are experiencing a long and cold winter across the country, it feels as though spring can’t come soon enough! Just keep in mind when the weather starts to warm, people may also start to see an unwelcome sign that spring has sprung – the presence of flying termites and bugs. Emergence of Termites Spring is the time of year when termites emerge for mating season to create their colonies. Termites can be devastating to a home! They can chew through wood

April 3, 2017 If you are a careful listener, or have a curious pet, you may hear the noise made by termite infestations. The noises can sound like rattling, clicking, rustling or buzzing. These sounds are created when termites are traveling through wood, searching for food. Soldier termites can make a very loud sound called head banging. They do this when they are disturbed or threatened. They hit their heads against walls and it makes a rattling sound. Worker termites make r

September 26, 2016 With termite season upon us, it’s important to know the warning signs of these pests! Last week, we talked about the different types of termites to look out for and precautions you can take to keep your home protected. Here are some signs that termites are making their way through your house: – Cracked/bubbling paint or termite droppings – Wood damage from below (may sound hollowed out if tapped) – A swarm of winged insects in your home (or outside, near so

September 20, 2016 Termites are destructive eusocial little pale coloured insects. They have been known to feed on dead plants, dead wood and soil. They got their reputation as “silent destroyers” because they can be hiding in your home or backyard without any immediate signs of damage. There are six different types of termites. They are the dampwood termite, the drywood termite, the formosan termite, subterranean termite, conehead termite and desert termite. The most common