Frequently asked questions

Mice can enter through any space as small as a dime. If they can get their head in, they can get their body in!

Mice can enter through any space as small as a dime. If they can get their head in, they can get their body in!

 
 

How do I know if I have a pest problem?

There are many obvious signs of a pest problem. For example, when carpenter ants start appearing indoors they leave behind a sawdust after chewing wood to make tunnels in which to live. For ants, it's best to check in the evenings (8 to 10 p.m.) and early morning. Rodents are nocturnal. When you see them during the day, multiply it by 10 for night time. Many checks NuTech conducts is in the evening to address this. If you are unsure, give us a call and we can help you to find and identify a pest problem.

Where do pests come from?

There are many common household pests that are prevalent in the Lambton and Middlesex area, from carpenter ants and bees, to centipedes and beetles. Like all living things, they seek shelter and food, and may enter your home through existing cracks and openings. They can also access the structure from nearby trees and/or bushes. Store products are also a common source of pests. Bulk food has enormous potential for infestation.

What is the IPM Method?

The IPM Method is Integrated Pest Management which means using chemicals last. Modify environment using mechanical traps, altering their environment (physical), environmental, making the environment uninhabitable. For example, pheromone trapping to catch adults and chemical treatment to destroy larvae. This preventative ‘green’ approach decreases chemicals used and stresses pests based on their natural biology.
Every problem is different and we use an individual and personalized custom program for each client.

What Health risks are Associated with pests?

  • histoplasmosis is an infection by a fungus found in the droppings of birds and bats in humid areas. It is not serious if confined to the lungs but can be fatal if spread throughout the body.
  • Allergies (castings from anything that sheds, like cockroaches, dustmites or bedbugs)

  • Farrow and carpenter ants are carnivorous and will feed on human flesh. They are common in multi-family dwellings and highly common in elderly housing.