Pest Control Tips and Advice

Tips and advice from the Kawartha Lakes pest control experts at Dave's Quality Pest Control.

Bat Exclusions in Trent Lakes

Bat Exclusions in Trent Lakes, Ontario

Failed bat exclusion in Trent Lakes, improper door closure; our design ensures easy exit, slippery surface.

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Mother raccoon on the roof of a home in Peterborough, Ontario

Family Of Raccoons Removed From Peterborough Home

We humanely removed a whole family of raccoons from inside the roof of a Peterborough home. Afterwards, the raccoons were safely relocated.

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Dog pooping on toilet cartoon

Are Rodents Attracted to Dog Poop?

Are rats and mice attracted to the dog feces you leave in your backyard to clean up a little later or forgot?

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Close up of a red squirrel

How to Tell if you Have Squirrels in your Attic

Dave’s Quality Pest control will safely and humanely remove the mother squirrel and her litter from your home.

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Tick biting

Safeguard Yourself from Tick Bites in Ontario

Summer in Ontario includes camping and nature walks, but beware of what lurks in tall grasses, bushes and shrubs; ticks and Lyme disease.

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Cluster Flies in Ontario

Prevent and Control Cluster Flies in Ontario

Spring is coming here in Ontario and that means cluster flies. If you already have cluster flies, here is some simple advice from the pros.

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Bat houses

The Truth About Bat Houses

Many people think bat houses can make their bat problem worse, but bats won’t go into your home if they have somewhere else to go.

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Carpenter Ants and Hardwood Floors Infestations

Carpenter Ants and Hardwood Floors Infestations

Being attracted to moisture and rotting wood, carpenter ants are a serious problem and can destroy hardwood flooring and wood in your home.

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Is Mosquito Fogging Safe?

Is Mosquito Fogging Safe?

The mosquito fogging process is harmless, completed by our pest control team in the morning, and keeps mosquitoes away for up to 24 hours.

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Earwigs: Myth vs Fact

Earwigs: Myth vs Fact

Earwigs, with their menacing-looking pincers are one of the most frightening insects to find in your home. Many myths exist about earwigs.

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6 things you thought you knew about cockroaches

6 Things You Thought You Knew About Cockroaches

Cockroaches. Is there anything creepier? Everyone dreads the sight of these little insects, but how much do you really know about them?

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Let's keep bats where they belong, and out of your home

Winter Bats in the Kawarthas: The Chilly Truth

Bats in the Kawarthas will fly to Collingwood or Warsaw and hibernate in caves during the winter, but many will find comfort in your attic.

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Winter Run-Ins: The Return of the Carpenter Ant

With 2019 kicking off and winter in full effect, carpenter ant and other insect infestations can happen in January. Find out why!

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Raccoons at Christmas

Have a Holly Jolly, Raccoon Free Christmas This Year

The last thing you asked for during the bustle of the holiday season is an unwanted raccoon invading your home. Here's how to avoid it.

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Bats in the house

Bats in the House: Do's and Don'ts

A bat flying around in the house is the stuff of nightmares for homeowners. Learn what to do and what not to do if your home has bats.

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Carpenter ants in winter

Ants? In Winter?

Every year, following the brief thaw of a warmer few winter days, Ontario households will find their homes invaded by carpenter ants.

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Not everyone should get a present at xmas

"How to Stay Mouse Free this Holiday Season

With the holiday season in full swing, you may be hearing the familiar skittering or chewing sounds of mice behind the drywall.

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