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Previously we learned why we get carpenter ants and what you should do if you find carpenter ants at home. Now Let’s explore what steps you can take to eliminate a colony. Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if you’ [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned how to spot them at home and how to locate a nest. Now let's explore the carpenter ant infestation and what that might looks like. TLDR; Carpenter ants leave behind sawdust-like fra [...]
Ants don’t believe in democracy. Every ant nest is a monarchy, and carpenter ants are no exception. Although rarely seen, carpenter ant queens are the key to the survival of a carpenter and colony. So if you want to get rid of carpenter ants for good [...]
We've learned a lot about carpenter ants already, now you're probably wondering what's the best way to go about eliminating the problem! Let's look at some best practises for treating a nest for effective remediation. Remember, carpenter ants [...]
Gotta love the carpenter ant; Selfless, intriguing, hard-working. Definitely doing more than a 40-hour work week. 😂 But these ants are menacing. Known for nesting in wood (including your home), these destructive pests can cause serious damage if left [...]
Nobody likes ants. Whether it’s in your home, out on your patio, or at your family picnic! Springtime means pest-time. Pests like ants, wasps, and birds are out in force to breed, feed, and cause general mayhem! sAnts are really more of a [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned how to spot carpenter ants at our property. Now let's explore the carpenter ant nest and how to locate it. Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if you're unsure what [...]
Picture this: a sunny afternoon, a perfect patio setup, and the mouth-watering aroma of a barbecue wafting through the air. Everything's idyllic until... you spot them. Tiny, persistent, and relentless—ants have invaded your summer haven. The battle [...]
BC is home to 10 species of Carpenter Ant but it's the Camponotus Modoc and Camponotus Vicinus which are most commonly found in homes in the Metro Vancouver and Lower Mainland areas. Carpenter ants are usually easy to spot when they appear in a home. [...]
A great episode with some awesome questions from listeners about everything pest control. Mike Londry on CKNW radio's The Mike Smyth Show, fielding questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded: April 15th, 2024. [...]
Spring is here. Sunshine, hiking, family BBQs.. and of course we welcome bugs back into our lives! The warmer weather and blooming flowers means it’s time for many pests to awaken from their slumber. Pests like wasps, ants, birds, and the dreaded mo [...]
A great episode with some awesome questions from listeners about everything pest control. Mike Londry on CKNW radio's The Mike Smyth Show, fielding questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded: June 3rd, 2023. Di [...]
Love them or loathe them, the carpenter ant is a particularly fascinating ant. Labelled as “one-to-watch” here in Metro Vancouver, the carpenter ant is a menace for timber frame buildings and notoriously hard to eliminate. You might have [...]
You got ants... and you're not sure which type of ants you have? How can you tell the difference between pavement ants, carpenter ants, fire ants, moisture ants, and flying winged ants, or some other more peculiar types of ants? Let’s take a closer [...]
Some great questions in this episode with loads of great content and tips on everything pest control. Mike Londry on CKNW radio's The Mike Smyth Show, fielding questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded: August [...]
You’ve got that right… Flying ants! Yes, ants can fly. At least some of them can, under certain circumstances and at certain times of the year. But to get into how and why and when that happens, you’ll need to know a little bit more about how ants op [...]
Yes, that's right. Ants with wings! 😲 Every year in spring and summer, a strange thing happens. A new type of flying creature takes to the skies, often in huge numbers. These bugs seem to come out of nowhere, and often disappear as quickly as they [...]
Ants are one of the most successful species on the planet. And part of the reason for that success is their specialisation. There’s an ant to fit just about every ecological niche out there, and this specialisation has resulted in some fascinating a [...]
One of the best episodes yet!! Tons of questions, loads of great content and tips on everything pest control. Mike Londry on CKNW radio's The Mike Smyth Show, fielding questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded [...]
Summertime means... ants season! 😲 But there is no need to panic. We share some home remedies that you can try, that might just help you fend them off and keep them out! Around this time of year our six-legged insect friends spawn to life, begin to [...]
Have you seen more insects lately in the heat? So have we. Longer than normal dry spells make insects go.. well... a bit crazy. Just think about how nutty you felt during BC’s record breaking temperatures. Pests are no different. It forces their be [...]
“Apples are the bait of choice in helping Westside Pest Control technicians pin point nest sites of the highly invasive European Fire Ant." What do fire ants look like? Fire ants are brownish-red in color and generally range between 1/8 of an inch to [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned about the carpenter ant basics, why we get carpenter ants and how they love to get to work. Now let's look at some of the damage caused by these ants.Remember, carpenter ants are tr [...]
Loads of great questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. What insects come alive in the springtime How to deal with ant infestations How to get rid of silverfish Tackling rat challenges at home, and how to relocate them onc [...]
Previously we learned about the carpenter ant, how to identify this ant, how to spot them, and how to locate a carpenter ant nest. Now we'll teach you how you can prevent carpenter ants from coming near your home. Remember, carpenter ants are trick [...]
The first in this series of the Ultimate Guide to Fire Ant Control we learn how to identify these ants and not mix them up with Carpenter Ants, Pharaoh Ants, or even basic Pavement Ants. Our pest control technicians have come together to shared thei [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned how to eliminate a colony of carpenter ants, now one of our technicians shares his insights on the best prevention methods! Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if yo [...]
Previously we shared a Pest Experts Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal, now one of our technicians shares an on the job insight! Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if you're unsure what to do give us a call and one our ant control techn [...]
Previously we learned why we get carpenter ants, now let's take a how carpenter ants actually get to work, and most importantly how exactly they cause damage. Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if you're unsure what to do give us a c [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned how to identify carpenter ants and why we get them, now let’s take a look at the reasons why we get carpenter ants in British Columbia specifically. Remembe [...]
Previously in the Ultimate Guide to Carpenter Ant Removal we learned about the carpenter ant basics and how to identify this ant, now we'll take a look at how you can spot carpenter ants in your building. Remember, carpenter ants are tricky to contr [...]
Previously we learned how to identify carpenter ants, now we'll take a look at why homes and buildings in Greater Vancouver get carpenter ants. But first remember that carpenter ants are tricky to control, so if you're unsure what to do give us a ca [...]
6 Ways To Effectively Eliminate Carpenter Ants If you’ve ever tried to get a contractor out to your house during one of Vancouver’s housing booms, you’ll know how difficult it can be. But there’s one type of carpenter in BC that’s only too happy to [...]
Carpenter ants are tricky customers, that's for sure. They can cause serious damage to your home if left uncontrolled. It's best to educate yourself on how they operate and the damage they can cause, so you can put preventative measures in place. I [...]
“You’ve got ants. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. Every spring in Metro Vancouver, around this time of year, the six-legged scavengers invade our homes. The ants are hungry and have a nest full other ants to feed — and your home is full of food..” Ow [...]
