Industrial Pest Control: The Value of and Procedures
Keeping pests away from your business is critical. They can damage equipment, products, and your reputation. Industrial pest control involves inspection, preventative measures, and treatment strategies. Why Is Industrial Pest Control Critical For Businesses? There are many reasons businesses create pest control plans. To ensure health: Insects and rodents may carry/transmit diseases, creating a threat […]
Garden Pest Management: Natural Solutions for Healthy Plants
A garden can be a haven for pests! A common knee-jerk response to the presence of these pesky critters is to reach for a chemical pesticide. Before listening to this inner urge, consider that insects are natural elements of any lawn and/or garden. Many insects pollinate and help control other more harmful pests. Pesticides are […]
Pest-Proofing Your Home for the Summer Months
Summer brings clear skies, golden sunshine, festivals, sunglasses, sandcastles, ice cream, flip-flops, gardening, and more time spent in the backyard. It also brings a variety of pests (mice, mosquitoes, ants, mites, flies, spiders, etc.)! Let One Man and a Ladybug provide the knowledge you need to pest-proof your home and have a hassle-free summer experience. […]
How to Get Rid of a Bee’s Nest
Pollination is fundamental for the survival of the ecosystem. Globally, 75% of food crops depend upon animal pollination, a process accomplished by bats, bees, birds, butterflies, beetles, etc. Most of the vegetables and fruits you consume are made possible by these creatures, particularly honey bees. Presently, the rate of extinction of honey bees is approximately […]
Effective Rodent Control Methods for Your Home & Yard
At first glance, rodents (mice, voles, gophers, etc.) seem furry and cute. However, they can cause substantial property damage as they chew on siding, insulation, wires, and wallboard. They may also taint food in your pantry or cupboards and they often spread disease through contaminated urine or droppings (salmonella, typhus, hantavirus, hemorrhagic fever, monkeypox, leptospirosis). […]
How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes?
Mosquitoes are a nuisance! They’re perhaps the most despised insect of all. Rightfully so as they are not only annoying but can pose a health risk as they sometimes transmit infectious diseases. The following are some expert tips and proven strategies for how to get rid of mosquitoes. This information will help you reduce mosquito […]
Are House Spiders Dangerous?
There are 628 species of spiders in Alberta. Many types remain exclusively outdoors. Of those that migrate inside, you may wonder, are house spiders dangerous? The answer is no. Most house spiders only bite in self-defense and few cause more trouble than a bee sting or mosquito bite. Though these eight-legged arthropods are generally harmless, […]
What is a Vole? Common Questions And Answers About Voles
Have you heard of a rodent capable of doing damage to lawns, trees, and gardens? Do you know about the furry, sneaky, critters that are hard to spot and like to eat your plants? Read on to learn what a vole is, where they live, and how to identify signs of their activity. What is […]
What Do Maple Bugs Eat and Ways to Control These Pesky Pests
They are crawly! They are creepy! They are everywhere! Alberta homeowners are facing a pesky pest, the maple bug. Read on to discover what maple bugs eat and learn effective solutions to keep your property and home free of these unwanted pests. What Is A Maple Bug? Maple bugs (also known as October or boxelder […]
Bee, Hornet, and Wasp Safety: Coexisting Without the Sting
As the weather warms and spring flowers bloom, bees, hornets, and wasps become more active. These busy little critters are critical to the pollination of crops and prey on pesky bugs. However, they can be edgy and territorial, creating conflict with humans. Learn how to safely coexist with these vital insects without getting stung. Following […]
