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You hear scratching above your ceiling at night… then silence. Then more scratching. Yeah. That’s usually not “just the house settling.” In Metro Vancouver, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with roof rats. And once they move in, they don’t exactl [...]
How to get rid of mice at work Mice have been labeled a nuisance for most of their existence with us the humans, but if leftunattended, mice can become much more than just that. Mice are known for their extremely unhygieniceffect upon any environment [...]
You may be surprised to know that rats often live in relatively close quarters to humans.. much closer than you think! Any basement, crawl space, or attic at your property could be a place of safe harbor for a small rodent community :( Other than be [...]
You may have spotted a rodent at home and not quite sure what it is. Was it a big mouse, or a small rat, or some other rodent. Maybe you’ve seen droppings, but the evidence is inconclusive. Both mice and rats are a growing problem for residents all a [...]
Spotted rats in your yard? 🐀 😳 It’s common that homeowners tell us “I’ve seen a rat in my yard, I know it’s coming from my neighbours house.. what can you do about it?!”. It's that time of year again. You're outside in your yard enjoying the summer's [...]
Your city. The rattiest city, 9 years in a row! We knew this city was rainy, but how about ratty too? 😱 You might have read recent articles in the news about Canada’s Rattiest cities. Previously, Vancouver had won the gold for 7 straight years. But [...]
By Mike Londry, Westside Pest Control You’re in the garden enjoying a summer evening when — BAM — you see something scurry across the yard. Tail, low to the ground, fast little bugger. “Was that a rat?” you think. Probably. And if you’re spotting one [...]
Whether it’s at home, in the park, or at the office.. nobody likes pests all up in their space! Pest control in office buildings is critical. Pests pose numerous threats to staff, customers, and even the building itself. As well as spreading diseas [...]
You've probably seen it. And you've probably gone 'ewwww..' Here's the video of the rat party in Vancouver. @masonburnsmusic i crashed a rat party 🐀 #rats #dtes ♬ Rat Salad - Jazz Sabbath Why is it happening? Well in case you've been living under a r [...]
Old soffit vents pose an easy point of entry for rats and squirrels. Westside’s trained technicians can button up these entryways for good! Here Westside’s rat control technician inspects the exterior of the house from top to bottom, only to discover [...]
Lock down your home from pests this winter. As the weather gets colder pests begin to make their way indoors in search of food, warmth, and shelter. It’s no surprise that in the winter months, you might encounter a critter or two. Since we’ve already [...]
What’s that noise? There are few things more unsettling for a homeowner to hear than the furtive rustling and scratching of something moving in the attic. Before you assume your house is haunted, it’s probably worth taking a look to see if rodents h [...]
In a big coastal city like Vancouver, rats are simply a fact of life. The truth is, these pesky rodents are just about everywhere, and no matter how many billions of dollars we spend trying to get rid of them, we can’t eradicate them completely. If y [...]
Mike Londry was again on CKNW radio's The Mike Smyth Show, fielding questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded: January 21st, 2022. Silverfish - what works, what doesn’t work Mice control - ultrasonic devices C [...]
Mike Londry interviewed on CKNW radio fielding loads of great questions from listeners from a wide range of pest related topics. Date recorded: October 22nd, 2021. Rodent activity in the fall and winter months What's with all the scratching in the [...]
image from CTV News Vancouver Several aisles in a New Westminster Walmart had to be closed starting on June 25, 2021, due to a "severe pest infestation." Repost of article in CTVNewsVancouver.ca by Alyse Kotyk. June 30, 2021 Original Article found [...]
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 [...]
Rats are gross creatures, and seeing one in or around your home is enough to set your heart racing. These pesky creatures are best known as transmitters of diseases, and they can even scratch or bite people. According to the Centers for Disease Contr [...]
It's the time of year again when rodents invade homes and one of the main areas is crawlspaces. In this post one of our technicians shares his insights on the importance of cleaning after you have experienced a pest issue at home, or at work. Wests [...]
Ratty surprise: CDC warns of unusual, aggressive rodent behaviour The COVID-19 pandemic has affected North America's rodent population. Featured on Vancouver Is Awesome - May 26, 2020 3:52 PM By: Elana Shepert While there may not be a significant up [...]
"Rodents are very cannibalistic and very territorial. They'll kill each other over a food source" April 24th 2020 - Pest Desk Media Team Posted on The North Shore News | nsnews.com Depending on where you live in Vancouver, you might start to see an u [...]
Ratty situation: Thousands of rodents to migrate in Vancouver due to COVID-19 "Rodents are very cannibalistic and very territorial. They'll kill each other over a food source," Depending on where you live in Vancouver, you might start to see an upti [...]
Your commercial facility is a perfect environment for rodents to thrive. If you are dealing with food products, healthcare, or other warehouse services, you need to have a rodent management program to ensure product safety. Traps or rodenticides? S [...]
Basic Mice Removal Tactics Why anyone would want to get rid of a mouse infestation is not a difficult question to answer. They are highly unsanitary, they eat your food, and they give most people the heebie-jeebies. They also reproduce at a rate, s [...]
Warmer winters have led to an increase in rat populations in the Lower Mainland Original content found here: Mike Londry Interview with Rick Cluff Gross! Rat sightings are becoming common across Metro Vancouver as the weather stays warm. (Getty Im [...]
How to humanely catch mice Does it bother you that we’re forced to share our living quarters with others despite our reservations? How we fail to communicate our unwelcoming feeling towards them? The added irony may be that this company probably bel [...]
Rat Populations are thriving in Metro Vancouver and the lower mainland It’s no secret that there’s a boom in the lower mainland's rat population. The issue has been steadily getting worse for the past five to 10 years, but the last three years speci [...]
Westside Pest Control featured on ICI Radio Canada. Read full interview here. Greater Vancouver is experiencing a significant increase in rodents visiting its facilities. Westside Pest Control, a pest control company, reports a 21% increase in inter [...]
“Vancouver declared Canada’s rattiest city! Our owner Mike Londry speaks to Breakfast Television on useful tips to identify them and keep them out of your home.” https://www.btvancouver.ca/videos/how-to-get-rid-of-rats-in-your-home/ [...]
Mike Londry or Westside Pest Control speaks to global news about Vancouver's growing rat issue http://globalnews.ca/news/2441285/vancouver-rat-problem-keeps-pest-control-companies-busy/ [...]
Mike Londry of Westside Pest Control LTD speaks to Rick Cluff of The Early Edition on CBC radio, giving listeners useful tips to help spot and prevent invading critters. Read the full CBC Article here.. Mice, rats and raccoons want to hide from the c [...]
Mike Londry of Westside Pest Control LTD. had the opportunity to speak with Rick Cluff of CBC radio about the increase in rat populations in the Brentwood area in Burnaby. All areas of the Lower Mainland have seen a spike in rat populations in recen [...]
Car companies are stepping up and "going green" by using biodegradable components to build their motors. Unfortunately for many car owners this has come at a cost: the expensive repair bill resulting from rodents chewing the wire coatings and other e [...]
Mike Londry of Westside Pest Control Ltd speaks to Global BC about the continually increasing rat population in Greater Vancouver. The rats are definitely not going away any time soon! Getting your home or business "rodent proofed" by a professional [...]
Vancouver’s food scrap ban should deter rats: expert Rodents will have a hard time accessing compost bins with lids METRO VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – New rules requiring you to separate your compost from your garbage should decrease in the number of roden [...]
