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Pest-Proofing 101: The Ultimate Summer Pest Prevention Guide for Vancouver Island Homes
As temperatures rise across Vancouver Island, so does pest activity. Summer is the season when ants march into kitchens, wasps establish colonies, rodents search for food and shelter, and bed bugs become more common as travel increases. The good news? A little prevention can go a long way toward keeping your home pest-free throughout the warmer months. At Sentry Pest Control, we believe the best pest control strategy starts with prevention. Here are some practical summer pest

Donna M
Jun 185 min read


Feeling Antsy? Your Guide to Vancouver Island's Most Common Ant Invaders
Learn how to identify sugar ants, pavement ants, pharaoh ants, and carpenter ants on Vancouver Island. Discover prevention tips and professional ant control solutions.

Donna M
Jun 116 min read


Carpenter Ants This Spring: Spot Them and Stop Them
Spring is Carpenter Ant Season on Vancouver Island Spring is in the air! The sun seems brighter, the trees are getting greener, and the days are getting longer. Here on Vancouver Island, that seasonal shift often comes with a mix of relief—and a few unwelcome guests. You and your family aren’t the only ones looking forward to warmer days. Around this time of year, many homeowners start noticing large black ants creeping around their property—or even inside their homes. These

Donna M
Apr 234 min read


Carpenter Ants or Termites? Why Knowing the Difference Matters
Spring is in the air! And pests are in the wood! Spring is a major activity period for pests such as carpenter ands and termites. Increased moisture from rain and humidity and warmer temperatures create ideal conditions for nest expansion and reproduction, expanding colonies and causing havoc. Read more to learn about the key differences and how to treat an infestation.

Donna M
Apr 104 min read


The Spring Surge
As the weather begins to warm and days grow longer, many homeowners notice an unwelcome shift—pests suddenly seem to appear out of nowhere. But why does this seasonal surge happen, and what can you do about it?

Donna M
Apr 23 min read


Spring Into Action Against Carpenter Ants
As winter turns to spring, carpenter ants love to wake up and invade homes! Read on to learn how to keep them away.

Donna M
Mar 8, 20244 min read


What Happens to Ants in the Winter?
What happens to ants during the winter? You may not see them but they are still there! Learn what they're up to and how to prevent damage

Donna M
Dec 22, 20233 min read
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