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How to Get Rid of Backyard Mosquitoes in Barrie & Simcoe County This Summer

Jun 25, 2026, 5:41 PM

Canada Day is almost here, and nothing clears a backyard faster than mosquitoes finding the party. Most people grab a can of spray, light a coil, and hope for the best. That’s why they’re still swatting by mid-July. If you want a yard you can actually sit in, it helps to know where these mosquitoes are coming from, because the answer is usually closer than you’d think.

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Carpenter Ants vs. Regular Ants: How to Tell If Your House Is in Trouble

May 29, 2026, 3:22 PM

You've probably seen them by now. It's late spring, the weather finally turned, and suddenly there are ants showing up inside. Big ones, way bigger than the little guys you find marching across the kitchen counter in July. Maybe a few of them even had wings.

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Why Collingwood, Wasaga Beach & Owen Sound Get Wasps Before the Rest of Ontario

Apr 24, 2026, 12:56 PM

It happens every spring. You pull the cover off the deck furniture, go to open the umbrella, and there it is, a wasp nest already the size of a golf ball tucked in the ribs. Your family down in the GTA hasn’t thought about wasps yet. So why are you already dealing with wasp nest removal in Barrie?

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Stink Bugs in the House: Why They Reappear on Warm March Days

Mar 20, 2026, 3:18 PM

Every March, right as the snow begins to melt across Ontario, a common question arises. In fact, one of the most frequent reasons why homeowners seek insect extermination in Barrie during the late winter is the sudden appearance of Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs crawling across sunny living room windows.

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Basement Pest Control: How Winter Thaws & Sump Pumps Attract Bugs

Feb 27, 2026, 5:23 PM

If you live in Southern Ontario, you know exactly what a mid-winter thaw looks like. The temperature spikes, the snow starts melting rapidly, and suddenly, you can hear your sump pump working overtime to keep the water at bay. But while you’re focused on keeping your basement dry, there's a hidden side effect to this sudden rush of water: it acts as a magnet for pests.

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Pro Exterminator Secrets: The Best Cold-Weather Baits and Traps for Mice and Rats

Jan 31, 2026, 11:39 AM

When the snow piles up and temperatures plunge across Barrie and Simcoe County, you’re not just dealing with cold mice; you’re dealing with rodents in crisis mode.

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Holiday Bed Bug Control: Your Post-Vacation Bed Bug Inspection Guide

Dec 23, 2025, 3:27 PM

The festive season is for making memories, not collecting pests. As people from Barrie, Toronto & Collingwood take off on winter vacations or travel for family gatherings throughout the holidays, bed bugs have more chances to hitch a ride back with them.

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Why Pest Control in Barrie, Orillia & Collingwood is Critical for Protecting Your Home’s Value

Nov 25, 2025, 12:28 PM

Most homeowners worry about the 'ick' factor of pests, but the real threat to your biggest investment is the hidden structural damage and massive financial loss they cause. Ignoring a small infestation of mice, rats, or carpenter ants is not saving money; it’s signing up for a devastating repair bill later. This guide details how these common Southern Ontario pests actively erode your property value and create life-threatening hazards.

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Uninvited Halloween Guests: Spiders, Mice & Other Fall Intruders

Oct 30, 2025, 5:08 PM

Every October, homeowners in Barrie, Orillia, & Toronto prepare for trick- or-treaters — but sometimes the real uninvited guests aren’t at the door. They’re already inside...

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How to Keep Mice Out This Fall: Ontario Homeowner’s Guide

Sep 25, 2025, 2:01 PM

When the evenings turn cool in September, mice don’t just vanish into fields—they head straight for basements, garages, and kitchens. That’s why rodent control in Toronto, Barrie, and Collingwood works best when you focus on the common but often overlooked entry points and the small adjustments that make your home less welcoming to them.

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  • Start to finish the experience was great! Steven the technician knew exactly what to do and explained the process and the type of pest we were dealing with and how they would react. I will be using this company moving forward for both myself and my clients. David S.
  • My experience was overall fantastic. Right from the initial phone call just asking questions the last was great. Informative, pleasant and a joy to deal with... The dude doing all the actual killing was awesome...I would recommend Mr. Exterminator to anyone anytime. Fantastic company Phil C.
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  • The technician and Valerie were very pleasant to work with. There was clear communication and everything done on time with what we needed. They provided service beyond expectations. Highly recommend and will be using for any future needs. Thank you Mr. Exterminator! Brenda T.
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  • So far so good. We had mice in our house. Sam found the issue was behind the stove. He eliminated other possible problem areas and sealed off some possible entry spots outside. If there is any evidence of mice within 6 months he'll be back to take care of it. Good, fast service. Carolyn E.
  • The people at Mr. Exterminator were excellent. They came in the day after we called. They gave expert advice and were super accommodating and kind. They even came back a few weeks later to stay on top of the pest control at no extra cost. I would 100% recommend this company to anyone looking for pest control. Alyssa E.

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