Summertime is the insect time in Toronto. Several insets invading your homes, offices, and public parks can see you. Toronto’s summer is ideal for the growth and reproduction of insects. However, it is possible to get completely rid of insects with the help of Quality Affordable Pest Control services.
You should beware of these 5 insects in Toronto that can be harmful:
1- Bed Bugs
Toronto is called “the capital of bed bugs.” In 2017, Toronto was ranked with the highest bed bug infestation. The Toronto Bed Bug Registry claimed to cite 2,270 cases of bed bugs reported in Toronto.
Bed Bugs are insects related to the genus Cimex. They feed on blood mostly at night.
Bed bug bites cause several health implications, including skin rashes, blisters, allergies, and psychological effects.
How to Avoid Them?
- To get rid of nasty bugs, wash your beddings and clothes in hot water for almost 30 minutes.
- Use hot iron on infested bed sheets, mattresses and clothes.
- Get help from pest control experts.
2- Wasps
The three worst wasp species in Toronto include Yellow Jackets, Hornets, and Paper wasps. According to entomologists, when winter combines with rainy summers, it creates ideal weather for wasps.
Wasps attacked when disturbed by anyone. Unlike honey bees, wasps can sting repeatedly. Their sting can cause allergic reactions, swelling, pain, and redness.
How to Avoid Them?
- Avoid wearing bright floral colours.
- Use natural methods to deter wasps, for instance, herbs and essential oils.
- Look for an early infestation around your home.
- Hire a professional pest control company.
3- Cockroaches
Well, summer is the cockroach time in Toronto. Cockroaches love warm, moist air in Toronto. German Cockroaches and Oriental cockroaches species are commonly seen in homes, buildings, and hospitals.
According to the World Health organization, cockroach carries bacteria responsible for intestinal diseases, i.e. diarrhea, cholera, dysentery, and typhoid.
How to Avoid Them?
- Cockroaches usually come for food. Remove any leftovers from the floor.
- Wash dishes before sleeping.
- Pack uncooked items in tight containers.
- Use anti-insect sprays.
- Ask for help from pest control companies to remove any infestation.
4- Ants
Common Ants Found in Toronto are Carpenter ants, Pavement ants, and fire ants. While most ants are harmless, several ants species are responsible for various health implications in humans. Ant bites can cause creat blisters, itching, and redness due to mild poison in their stings.
How to Avoid Them?
- Ants usually invade for food and shelter. Keep your surfaces clean.
- Seal off the entry points like cracks.
- Apply natural methods, including mint, vinegar, and lemon juice.
- Ask for help from professionals.
5- Spiders
Common spiders in Toronto are House siders, jumping spiders, yellow-sac spiders, and the wolf spider. Most of these species are harmless, but their bites can result in redness, swelling, pain, or headache.
How to Avoid Them?
- Seal up the cracks and clean the surfaces.
- Use peppermint oil to remove them.
- Look for an early infestation.
- Hire a pest control company.
Quality Affordable Pest Control is always ready to help you. You can contact us and ask any questions you have. We’ll be happy to get back to you.
Our professional exterminators use eco-friendly products that are safe for everyone including your pets, meaning you do not have to worry about anything after hiring us. We remove all the pests and make sure they cannot come in once again so that you have a safe and fun-filled stay at your house without any pests such as ants and rodents creating a nuisance.
Currently, we are providing our pest removal services in Durham Region, Toronto, York Region and the entire GTA, including Markham, Newmarket, Nobleton, King City, Richmond Hill, Stoufville, Vaughan, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Brooklin, Bowmanville, Courtice, Port Perry, and areas nearby.
To get started, Contact Quality Affordable Pest Control and Give us a call on 647-502-3950 today to find out more about our services.