Blog Archives | Pest Detective

Welcome to the Pest Detective Blog Category! Discover comprehensive articles on dealing with carpenter ants, wasps, and rodents in Vancouver. Gain insights on identification, prevention, and treatment options for carpenter ants. Learn about wasp types, nesting habits, and safe control methods. Explore rodent behavior, prevention tips, and effective trapping techniques. Get the knowledge you need to protect your property from these pests in Vancouver.

If you live in Greater Victoria and have noticed a large wasp hovering around your eaves or

Early Wasp Season in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland
Gallery
Early Wasp Season in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland

Blog

Early Wasp Season in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland

By Chris|

Wasp season is starting early across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Learn why nests are appearing sooner this year and when to call a professional.

Spring Pests in North Vancouver: Ants, Mice & Wasps (2026 Guide)
Gallery
Spring Pests in North Vancouver: Ants, Mice & Wasps (2026 Guide)

Blog

Spring Pests in North Vancouver: Ants, Mice & Wasps (2026 Guide)

By Chris|

Carpenter ants, mice, and early wasps are surging across the Sea-to-Sky this April. Here's what North Vancouver, Squamish, and Whistler homeowners need to know.

Rodent Control Abbotsford: How to Get Rid of Mice & Rats for Good
Gallery
Rodent Control Abbotsford: How to Get Rid of Mice & Rats for Good

Blog

Rodent Control Abbotsford: How to Get Rid of Mice & Rats for Good

By Chris|

Hearing scratching in the walls? Finding droppings under the sink? Abbotsford's farmland and wet winters make it a hotspot for mice and rats. This guide covers everything you need to know about getting rid of rodents and keeping them out for good.

Spring Pest Alert: Why Carpenter Ants Are Swarming Chilliwack
Gallery
Spring Pest Alert: Why Carpenter Ants Are Swarming Chilliwack

Blog

Spring Pest Alert: Why Carpenter Ants Are Swarming Chilliwack

By Chris|

Seeing large black ants with wings in your Chilliwack home? Carpenter ants swarm every spring in the Fraser Valley. Learn the signs and when to call a pro.

Maple Ridge Spring Pest Control: Homeowner’s Prevention Guide
Gallery
Maple Ridge Spring Pest Control: Homeowner’s Prevention Guide

Blog

Maple Ridge Spring Pest Control: Homeowner’s Prevention Guide

By Chris|

Spring brings carpenter ants, rodents, wasps, wildlife, and moisture pests to Maple Ridge homes. Learn what to watch for, when to act, and how to protect your property this season with our complete 2026 prevention guide.

Signs of a Rat or Mouse Infestation in Your Surrey Home
Gallery
Signs of a Rat or Mouse Infestation in Your Surrey Home

Blog

Signs of a Rat or Mouse Infestation in Your Surrey Home

By Chris|

Most Surrey homeowners don't realize they have a rodent problem until it is well established. Learn the warning signs of a rat or mouse infestation, what each one means, and when it is time to call a professional.

Spring Pest Prevention in Kelowna
Gallery
Spring Pest Prevention in Kelowna

Blog

Spring Pest Prevention in Kelowna

By Chris|

Pest Detective technician in safety gear standing beside a yellow Pest Detective service truck ready for a spring pest inspection in Kelowna

Spring Pest Prevention in Coquitlam | Tri-Cities Guide 2026
Gallery
Spring Pest Prevention in Coquitlam | Tri-Cities Guide 2026

Blog

Spring Pest Prevention in Coquitlam | Tri-Cities Guide 2026

By Chris|

Protect your Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam or Port Moody home from spring pests. Ants, rodents, wasps & wildlife prevention tips from Pest Detective Tri-Cities.