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Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget These Rodent Prevention Tips
Temperatures are beginning to rise across Vancouver Island, and as a homeowner you are probably ready to shift your focus to yard clean-up, gardening, and outdoor living. But spring also marks the start of increased rodent activity. Understanding how these rodents behave is the first step to keeping your property protected. Sentry Pest Control technicians are experts when it comes to everything rodent – read on to learn more!

Donna M
5 days ago3 min read


Start Strong This Spring: Proactive Mosquito Prevention for the Season Ahead
As the weather warms up across Vancouver Island, mosquito activity quickly follows. While they may seem like just a seasonal nuisance, mosquitoes can make outdoor spaces uncomfortable and even pose health concerns. The good news is that with a bit of awareness and early action, homeowners can significantly reduce mosquito populations around their property. Read on to better understand mosquitos and to learn Sentry Pest Control’s tips to help you keep your yard mosquito-free t

Donna M
May 73 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


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


The Battles of the Buzz: How to Identify Bees, Wasps and Hornets
It's that time of year when bees, wasps and hornets are out and about. Learn the differences among these winged, stinging insects!

Donna M
May 3, 20244 min read


The Battles of the Buzz: What to Know About Wasps
Are you ready for wasp season? Get the buzz on wasps! Learn how to identify them, about their nests, their diets and lifecycle.

Donna M
Apr 12, 20245 min read


Something’s Fishy: What to Know About Silverfish
Silverfish can be found just about anywhere in the world, and love climate-controlled places like your home or business.

Donna M
Apr 8, 20244 min read


All About Bird Mites
What are bird mites? They are tiny parasites that come with the birds that arrive on our island each spring. Read on to learn more!

Donna M
Mar 29, 20244 min read


Feathered Friends or Frustrating Foes? Springtime Bird Control
Spring has sprung and the birds are chirping! Learn how to identify if you have a bird invasion and the problems it brings.

Donna M
Mar 22, 20244 min read


Ants on the Island: Identifying and managing four common ant species on Vancouver Island
Know common types of ants on Vancouver Island! In this blog, we help you identify them, learn their habits, and keep them out of your house.

Donna M
Mar 15, 20245 min read


Access Denied: Exclusion as Part of Pest Management
Pest exclusion is creating barriers to keep those pests out of your home or business before they can even get in

Donna M
Feb 23, 20243 min read
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