Pest Control Toronto

Pest control is a hot topic these days for both home owners and renters alike.  Having unwanted wildlife inside or around your home can be a very frustrating experience.  Pests such as insects, rodents, and winged animals can carry disease and cause damage to the home. 
When you find unwanted pests in the home your first instinct may be to call your local exterminator or run out the hardward store for a bottle of poison or pesticide.  Unfortunately this may not solve the problem and can lead to bigger issues.

This site is intended to help you find the fastest, safest, and most effective methods to eliminate pests in your home.

Pest Control - Professional Versus Do It Yourself 

pest control is a hot topic these days for both home owners and renters alike.  Having unwanted wildlife inside or around your home can be a very frustrating experience.  Pests such as insects, rodents, and winged animals can carry disease and cause damage to the home.
When you find unwanted pests in the home your first instinct may be to call your local exterminator or run out the hardward store for a bottle of poison or pesticide.  Unfortunately this may not solve the problem and can lead to bigger issues.
This site is intended to help you find the fastest, safest, and most effective methods to eliminate pests in your home.

 Do You Need a Professional?

Some pest infestations, such as termite intrusions in the wall will require a professional pest control technician.  In cases like this the potential for damage to your home is too great and removing the pests requires too much knowledge.  You will want to hire a licensed contractor for this kind of work to ensure your home is properly taken care of.
However there are many pest problems you can handle on your own.  Learning to eliminate insects and rodents on your own can save you money and give you a little more control over the safety of your environment because you will be applying any sprays or poisoned baits yourself.  DIY pest control is a good answer for bed bugs, which is a rapidly growing problem in this country. You can also control intrusions of mice, ants, and roaches yourself as long as the infestation is not too extensive.

Choosing the Right Professional

If you have decided the problem is not something you can handle with do-it-yourself methods, then it's time to find a professional.  An extermination service will be properly trained and licensed in the use of checmical pestscides that may be dangerous to you or your pets if applied improperly.
The first and most important consideration in choosing a pest control technician is that they are skilled in your particular pest problem.  Some companies specialize only in termites, others may focus on live animal entrapment and removal.  Make sure the company you choose is experienced and skilled in removing the type of pest you need assistance with.  Whether your pest problem involves insects, rodents, snakes, winged animals or something more unusual you will need to make sure you hire the right company for the job.

Special Pest Control Considerations

Eco-Friendly Pest Control

In the past, pest control companies would apply highly dangerous chemcials that would affect much more than the pests being targeted.  Ask your provider exactly what sprays, baits, and powders will be used as part of your treatment.  Not all applications are the same - some chemicals will remain toxic in the environment for weeks, months, or even years after they are used.  If possible, try to use environmentally friendly and natural methods to control pests to eliminate this danger.

Pet Friendly Pest Control

Certain pesticide and insecticide applications may be perfectly safe for humans but dangerous for your pets.  If you have cats or dogs or other furry friends, make sure your pest control professional will use methods that pose no danger to your pets.