Petty Pest Control Services

When mosquito activity keeps building around a property, there’s usually a combination of breeding areas and shaded resting spots causing the problem.

At Petty Pest Control in Southwestern Ontario, I don’t just focus on reducing the mosquitoes you notice flying around. I focus on what’s allowing them to stay active around the property in the first place.

I start with a full inspection of the yard, looking for standing water, drainage issues, shaded landscaping, clogged gutters, and other areas where mosquitoes tend to gather.

From there, I apply targeted treatment around high-activity areas like shrubs, fence lines, damp corners, and outdoor living spaces. I also go over the conditions around the property that should be corrected to help prevent the issue from building back up.

Mosquito control works best when both treatment and prevention are handled together.

You can read more about how I handle mosquito prevention in Southwestern Ontario here: 👉 [https://pettypestcontrolservices.com/mosquitoes]

– Jim

May is when I start getting more calls about ants here in Southwestern Ontario.

It usually begins with a few ants near the sink or along a window, and then within a few days, it turns into a steady line showing up in the same spot every morning.

Ants don’t damage the home the way some other pests do, but they create ongoing issues. Once they find food or moisture, they keep coming back.

In Southern Ontario homes, I often see ant activity build up in kitchens, pantries, and around sinks. Small gaps around windows or trim give them easy access, and once they’re in, they follow the same trail over and over.

If you’re seeing ants regularly in the same area, it’s usually not random. It means they’ve found a reliable source and a way inside.

I went through a recent ant job in Southwestern Ontario in this month’s journal, including what caused it and how it was handled.

👉 [https://pettypestcontrolservices.com/pestjournal/b/ants-a-recent-job-some-homeowner-tips]

– Jim