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Finding fleas in your home can be frustrating, especially when you don’t know where they came from. Fleas can get into a clean home just as easily as a dirty one. Dogs and cats are a common source, picking them up from grass, parks, other animals or wildlife. Rodents and wildlife around your property can also bring fleas close to your home.

Where Do Fleas Hide?

Fleas don’t just live on your pet. Their life cycle includes eggs, larvae, pupae and adults, and much of the infestation can be hidden in the home.

Eggs can fall from pets into carpets, pet beds, furniture and cracks along floors or baseboards. The pupae are especially difficult because they are protected inside a cocoon. This is why you may still see fleas after the first treatment.

Look for fleas and flea dirt around:

• Pet beds and blankets
• Carpets and rugs
• Furniture
• Baseboards and cracks
• Under furniture
• Areas where pets sleep

How to Get Rid of Fleas

Getting rid of fleas usually requires treating both the pet and the home.

Treat your pets: Talk to your veterinarian about an appropriate flea treatment for all pets in the house. A flea comb can also help remove adult fleas.

Vacuum regularly: Vacuum carpets, rugs, furniture, baseboards and pet sleeping areas. Empty the vacuum outside if possible.

Wash bedding: Wash pet bedding, blankets and other washable materials regularly. Heavily infested bedding may need to be replaced.

Treat the home: Because eggs, larvae and pupae can be hidden throughout the house, treating only the adult fleas you see may not solve the problem. Professional treatment can help target areas where fleas are developing.

Be patient: Fleas can be stubborn. New adults may emerge from previously hidden pupae after treatment, so follow-up treatment and continued vacuuming may be needed.

Preventing Fleas From Coming Back

Keep up with your pets regular flea prevention as recommended by your veterinarian, and continue washing bedding and vacuuming regularly. Also keep an eye on rodents and wildlife around your property, since they can carry fleas.

Remember, having fleas doesn’t mean your home is dirty. They are very good at finding their way inside and hiding where you don’t see them.

Fleas in Your Home?

Go Green Pest Control serves Delta, Ladner, Tsawwassen and surrounding areas. We can inspect your property, help identify where the fleas are coming from and recommend the best way to deal with the problem.

Call Go Green Pest Control at 778-886-4111 to arrange an inspection.

Don’t let a few fleas turn into a bigger headache. Getting on top of the problem early can save you time and frustration.

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Mice in Your Building? Why Rodent Control Takes More Than Just Putting Out Poison

Mice can turn a quiet building into a major pest-control problem surprisingly quickly. In apartment buildings, strata properties, commercial buildings, warehouses, restaurants, and other multi-unit structures, mice can travel through wall voids, ceilings, utility penetrations, mechanical rooms, crawlspaces, and other hidden areas.

Finding mouse droppings in one suite or room does not necessarily mean the problem is limited to that location. Mice may be entering through very small openings and moving throughout the building in search of food, water, warmth, and shelter.

At Go Green Pest Control, we believe effective mouse control starts with understanding why the mice are there and how they are getting inside, rather than relying solely on rodenticide.

Why Are Mice So Difficult to Control in Buildings?

The house mouse is exceptionally well adapted to living around people. A mouse can squeeze through an opening of roughly 6 mm (about the diameter of a pencil).

Once inside a building, mice can establish nesting areas in wall cavities, above ceilings, behind appliances, inside storage areas, around plumbing penetrations, and in other protected locations.

A successful mouse-control program therefore needs to address three things:

• Where mice are entering
• Where mice are travelling and nesting
• What food, water, and shelter are allowing the population to remain established

If those conditions aren’t addressed, removing a few mice may only provide temporary relief.

Do First-Generation Rodenticides Work?

Yes — but there is an important distinction.

First-generation anticoagulant rodenticides include active ingredients such as warfarin, chlorophacinone, and diphacinone. Health Canada explains that these products generally need to be consumed over several days to provide a lethal dose to most rodents because they are less acutely toxic and are metabolized or excreted more rapidly than second-generation anticoagulants.

This becomes important when dealing with an established mouse population inside a building.

A mouse may encounter bait, consume a small amount, and continue moving around the building. If it does not consume enough bait over the necessary period, the treatment may not achieve the desired result.

This is one reason why simply placing a few bait stations in an area where mice have been seen is not necessarily a complete mouse-control strategy.

Why Bait Alone May Not Solve a Mouse Problem

Rodenticide is a control tool, not a substitute for an inspection.

Imagine a building with mice entering through gaps around pipes, doors, foundations, utility lines, or other structural openings. If bait reduces the number of mice currently inside but the entry points remain open, new mice can continue entering the building.

That can create the frustrating situation where a property appears to improve temporarily, only for mouse activity to return.

Effective rodent management should therefore combine inspection, exclusion, sanitation, monitoring, trapping and/or baiting where appropriate.

Health Canada also recommends mouse-proofing and good sanitation as part of achieving satisfactory control of mice and rats.

First-Generation vs. Second-Generation Rodenticides

Anticoagulant rodenticides are commonly divided into two groups.

First-generation anticoagulants (FGARs) include:

• Warfarin
• Chlorophacinone
• Diphacinone

Second-generation anticoagulants (SGARs) include:

• Brodifacoum
• Bromadiolone
• Difethialone

Health Canada notes that second-generation anticoagulants generally have greater acute toxicity and can provide a lethal dose after a single feeding, although death is delayed and rodents may continue feeding for several days. First-generation products generally require multiple days of feeding.

However, stronger does not automatically mean better.

Second-generation anticoagulants also present greater concerns regarding toxicity and persistence, which is one reason their use is more restricted in Canada. Health Canada has implemented additional protective measures around rodenticide use to reduce risks to children, pets, livestock, and non-target wildlife.

The correct product, placement and control strategy depend on the building, the mouse population, the environment and the applicable product label.

Why We Don’t Believe in a “Poison and Forget It” Approach

When a customer discovers mice, it is understandable to want a quick solution.

But a professional pest-control program should ask:

How did the mice get inside?

Where are they travelling?

Where are they nesting?

What are they eating?

Are there conditions that will attract more mice after the current population is removed?

These questions are especially important in multi-unit buildings.

If mice are travelling through shared wall voids or service areas, treating only the room where droppings were found may not address the source of the problem.

What Happens During a Professional Mouse Inspection?

At Go Green Pest Control, a mouse-control assessment should look beyond the obvious signs.

We look for evidence such as:

• Droppings and urine staining
• Gnaw marks
• Rub marks along travel routes
• Nesting material
• Food sources
• Gaps around pipes and utilities
• Door and foundation gaps
• Openings around vents
• Wall and ceiling penetrations
• Crawlspace and mechanical-room access
• Areas where mice can move between units or sections of a building

The objective is to understand the building as a mouse habitat, rather than treating individual sightings as isolated incidents.

Exclusion Is One of the Most Important Parts of Mouse Control

A mouse problem can continue indefinitely if entry points are left open.

Depending on the structure, exclusion may involve repairing or sealing openings around:

• Pipes
• Utility lines
• Doors
• Foundations
• Vents
• Roofing and exterior penetrations
• Wall transitions
• Mechanical equipment

Even a small opening can provide access.

The goal is to make the building significantly more difficult for mice to enter while simultaneously reducing the population already inside.

What About Food and Sanitation?

Mice don’t need a large food supply to survive.

In commercial and multi-unit buildings, small amounts of food waste can become a consistent food source. Garbage rooms, kitchens, storage areas, recycling areas, pet-food storage, food-processing areas and improperly stored dry goods can all contribute to mouse pressure.

Keeping food properly stored, reducing accessible garbage and correcting sanitation problems can make a major difference.

Health Canada recommends sanitation and mouse-proofing alongside other control measures.

Why Professional Rodent Control Is Different

A professional pest-control program isn’t simply about finding the strongest poison available.

It is about using the right combination of control methods for the situation.

Depending on the building and infestation, that can include:

Inspection → Identification → Exclusion → Trapping/Baiting → Monitoring → Follow-up

The goal is not simply to find fewer mouse droppings tomorrow.

The goal is to reduce the conditions that allow mice to establish themselves in the building in the first place.

Rodenticide Safety Matters

Rodenticides are pesticides and must be handled according to their registered product labels.

Health Canada states that rodenticides can be highly toxic and that additional safeguards are required to reduce exposure to children, pets and non-target wildlife. Commercial-class rodenticides used around structures are subject to specific placement requirements, including tamper-resistant bait stations in situations where bait could be accessible to children, pets or other non-target animals.

This is another reason professional assessment and proper bait placement are important.

Don’t Wait Until You See Mice Everywhere

One mouse can be an early warning sign.

If you are finding droppings, hearing scratching inside walls, seeing gnawing damage or repeatedly spotting mice, there may already be an established population nearby.

The sooner the building is inspected, the easier it can be to identify entry points and correct conditions contributing to the infestation.

Need Help With Mice in Your Building?

Go Green Pest Control provides professional pest-control services for homes, businesses and buildings throughout the Lower Mainland.

If mice are becoming a recurring problem, don’t just keep adding more bait.

Find out where they’re coming from, how they’re getting inside, and why they keep coming back.

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When most people think about pests in their Delta, BC backyard, they probably don’t think about dragonflies. In fact, dragonflies are one of the insects you may want to welcome around your property.

These fast, fascinating insects are natural predators that feed on a wide variety of smaller insects—including mosquitoes. Their presence can be a sign that your backyard supports a healthy and active ecosystem.

At Go Green Pest Control, we believe good pest management isn’t always about getting rid of every insect you see. Sometimes, the best approach is understanding which insects are beneficial and allowing nature to do some of the work.

Dragonflies Are Natural Predators

Dragonflies are exceptional hunters. As adults, they catch flying insects in mid-air, using their incredible eyesight, speed and maneuverability.

And mosquitoes are on the menu.

Health Canada lists dragonflies among the natural predators that provide some control of mosquito populations.

Research has also found that dragonfly and damselfly larvae can consume significant numbers of mosquito larvae in aquatic environments. A 2023 meta-analysis of 31 studies found that an individual dragonfly or damselfly nymph consumed an average of about 40 mosquito larvae per day under experimental conditions.

That makes dragonflies an interesting part of nature’s own pest-management system.

1. Dragonflies Help Control Mosquitoes

Perhaps their biggest benefit to homeowners is their appetite for mosquitoes.

Adult dragonflies hunt insects while flying, while their young—called nymphs or naiads—live in water and prey on aquatic organisms, including mosquito larvae.

This means dragonflies can interact with mosquitoes at different stages of their life cycle.

However, it’s important to keep expectations realistic. Dragonflies aren’t a replacement for professional mosquito management when mosquito populations are high. They are best viewed as one helpful component of a larger, natural ecosystem.

2. They Eat Other Flying Insects Too

Mosquitoes aren’t the only insects dragonflies hunt.

Dragonflies are generalist predators and can feed on a variety of small flying insects. This makes them valuable predators within the backyard food web.

Their presence can therefore contribute to a more balanced ecosystem rather than targeting just one type of pest.

3. Dragonflies Are Completely Natural Pest Control

One of the best things about dragonflies is that they don’t require you to spray anything.

They hunt naturally.

They don’t need traps, chemicals or special equipment. They’re simply part of the local ecosystem, doing what dragonflies have evolved to do.

For homeowners interested in environmentally responsible pest management, encouraging beneficial insects can complement other prevention strategies.

4. Dragonflies Are a Sign of a Healthy Ecosystem

Dragonflies spend part of their lives in water, so having them around can indicate that your property or surrounding environment provides suitable habitat.

Their aquatic nymphs are important predators in freshwater ecosystems, and dragonflies can also serve as indicators of environmental conditions.

In Delta, where wetlands, waterways, drainage areas and other aquatic habitats are part of the landscape, it’s not surprising to encounter these remarkable insects.

5. Don’t Mistake Dragonflies for a Pest

Sometimes homeowners see a large number of insects flying around their property and immediately assume they’re dealing with a pest problem.

Dragonflies may look intimidating because they’re larger than many backyard insects, but they are not a pest that homeowners need to eliminate.

In fact, if you see dragonflies hunting around your yard, they’re potentially helping you by feeding on other flying insects.

6. How Can You Encourage Dragonflies?

If you’d like to see more dragonflies around your property, providing suitable natural habitat can help.

Dragonflies are associated with water during their life cycle, so ponds and other appropriate water features can provide habitat. However, homeowners should be careful not to create stagnant water that becomes a breeding site for mosquitoes.

That’s an important distinction.

You want healthy, appropriately maintained water features—not buckets, containers or stagnant puddles.

Mosquitoes can reproduce in very small amounts of standing water, and Health Canada recommends eliminating standing water around properties whenever possible.

Dragonflies and Mosquito Control: Nature Helps, But Prevention Still Matters

Dragonflies are fascinating and beneficial predators, but they shouldn’t be considered a complete mosquito-control program.

If mosquitoes are overwhelming your backyard, start by eliminating standing water. Check gutters, flowerpots, containers, toys, birdbaths, tarps, pool covers and other areas where water can collect.

The City of Delta recommends reducing mosquito breeding habitat and notes that mosquito activity can be particularly noticeable around dusk and dawn, while day-biting mosquitoes can also occur locally.

If you’re still dealing with a persistent mosquito problem, professional pest-management advice may be appropriate.

Let the Good Bugs Do Their Job

Not every insect in your backyard is an enemy.

Dragonflies are one of nature’s beneficial predators, helping keep populations of mosquitoes and other flying insects in check. Their speed, hunting ability and aquatic life cycle make them an important part of the ecosystem.

So the next time a dragonfly zooms across your backyard, don’t reach for the bug spray.

Take a moment to appreciate your little natural pest-control specialist.

Need Help With Pesky Insects?

At Go Green Pest Control, we understand that effective pest management is about more than simply eliminating insects. It’s about identifying the pest, understanding why it’s there and using responsible strategies to manage the problem.

If mosquitoes or other unwanted pests are taking over your Delta, BC property, give us a call.

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There’s nothing better than a summer backyard party in Delta, BC—good food, cold drinks, family and friends, and a beautiful evening outdoors. Unfortunately, there’s one uninvited guest that can quickly put a damper on the celebration: mosquitoes.

A few mosquitoes can be annoying. A large mosquito population can have everyone reaching for bug spray, swatting at their arms, and heading indoors before the party is over.

The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to reduce mosquito activity around your property and make your outdoor gatherings much more enjoyable.

Why Are Mosquitoes So Bad in the Summer?

Mosquitoes thrive when conditions are warm and there is standing or slow-moving water nearby. In British Columbia, mosquito activity generally increases during the warmer months, and local conditions such as rainfall, temperature and standing water can influence mosquito populations.

Even surprisingly small amounts of water can become mosquito breeding sites. Flowerpot saucers, clogged gutters, children’s toys, buckets, tarps, birdbaths and other containers can collect enough water for mosquitoes to lay eggs.

That means your own backyard may be providing mosquitoes with everything they need.

1. Get Rid of Standing Water Before Your Party

One of the most effective things homeowners can do is eliminate potential mosquito breeding areas.

Walk around your property a few days before your event and look for:

• Buckets, containers and children’s toys holding water
• Flowerpots and saucers
• Water collecting on tarps or pool covers
• Clogged gutters and drains
• Old tires
• Wheelbarrows and watering cans
• Birdbaths
• Unused pools or inflatable pools
• Leaky outdoor faucets or hoses
• Low spots where water regularly collects

The City of Delta specifically recommends draining standing water and taking steps such as cleaning gutters, turning water-holding equipment upside down and changing birdbath water regularly.

Don’t assume a small puddle doesn’t matter. Mosquitoes can use surprisingly small amounts of stagnant water as breeding habitat.

2. Pay Special Attention to Your Patio and Party Area

Before guests arrive, inspect the area where people will actually be spending time.

Empty outdoor containers, check underneath patio furniture, remove accumulated water and make sure there isn’t water sitting in plant pots or decorative items.

If you have a swimming pool or hot tub, keep the water properly maintained and circulating. Also check pool covers for accumulated rainwater.

The goal isn’t simply to make the backyard look great for your guests—it’s to remove as many opportunities for mosquitoes to reproduce as possible.

3. Remember That Mosquitoes Don’t Always Wait Until Dark

Many people associate mosquitoes with dusk and nighttime. While mosquitoes are often especially active around dusk and dawn, some species can bite during the daytime as well. The City of Delta notes that day-biting mosquitoes are also common in the area.

So if you’re planning a daytime barbecue, birthday party, wedding, graduation celebration or family gathering, mosquito prevention is still important.

4. Protect Your Guests

Even after removing breeding sites, some mosquitoes may still be present.

Guests can reduce bites by wearing loose, light-coloured clothing that covers their arms and legs when practical. Health Canada and the BC Centre for Disease Control also recommend using federally approved insect repellents, such as products containing DEET or Icaridin, according to the label directions.

For outdoor parties, it can be helpful to keep approved insect repellent available for guests who want to use it.

5. Don’t Forget Screens and Outdoor Enclosures

If your party involves an outdoor tent, screened gazebo or covered patio, make sure screens are intact and fit properly.

The BC Centre for Disease Control recommends using screens on open windows, doors and tents to help keep mosquitoes out.

A properly screened area can provide guests with a comfortable retreat if mosquito activity increases during the evening.

6. What If Your Backyard Already Has a Mosquito Problem?

If you’re finding large numbers of mosquitoes every time you step outside, there may be more going on than a few puddles after a rainstorm.

Mosquitoes can breed in areas that aren’t immediately obvious, including drainage areas, gutters, containers and other sources of standing water. In warm conditions, mosquitoes can progress from egg to adult in less than 10 days.

That’s where professional pest control advice can help.

A pest control professional can inspect your property, identify potential mosquito breeding and resting areas, and recommend an appropriate approach based on the property and the source of the problem.

Get Your Backyard Ready for Summer

You shouldn’t have to choose between enjoying your backyard and constantly swatting mosquitoes.

By removing standing water, maintaining your property, protecting guests with appropriate repellents and addressing persistent mosquito problems early, you can make your outdoor space much more comfortable for summer entertaining.

If mosquitoes are taking over your Delta, BC property, Go Green Pest Control can help you assess the problem and determine the right pest management approach.

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Rats don’t need to see each other to know who’s been there. One of the most fascinating—and frustrating—aspects of rat behaviour is their ability to communicate through scent.

When a rat travels around a property, it can leave behind urine, glandular secretions and other scent markings. Other rats can detect these chemical signals with their highly developed sense of smell. In a way, a rat’s scent can act like a chemical message left behind for the next rat that comes along.

At GO Green Pest Control, understanding this behaviour is an important part of understanding why rat problems can sometimes be more persistent than homeowners expect.

What Are Rat Pheromones?

The term “pheromone” is often used when talking about animal communication, but rat communication is actually more complicated than a single pheromone telling another rat what to do.

Rats use a variety of chemical scent cues. Urine and secretions from scent glands can contain information that another rat can detect. Research indicates that scent marks can provide information about characteristics such as individual identity, sex, reproductive status and social position.

Rats can also leave scent by rubbing parts of their bodies against surfaces. This means that a rat’s regular travel routes, feeding areas and nesting areas can become marked with its scent.

Rats Use Scent to Mark Their Territory

One reason rats scent-mark is to establish and communicate information about the areas they use.

A rat may leave scent markings along routes, near food sources, around nesting areas and in other locations that are important to its daily activities. Other rats can investigate these smells and determine that another rat has been in the area.

Studies of Norway rats have documented urine and other scent marking, including marking on objects and surfaces. Researchers have also observed rats investigating areas that have been marked by other rats.

This creates an interesting situation around a property with an established rat population: the environment itself can contain a history of rat activity.

It’s Like Leaving a Chemical “Message”

Imagine walking down a trail and seeing footprints. You immediately know someone has been there.

Rats have a similar system—but instead of relying primarily on visible footprints, they can use scent.

A scent mark can communicate things such as:

• Who has been in the area
• Whether another rat is present
• Information about sex and reproductive status
• Social information
• Where rats regularly travel
• Potentially where different rat groups interact

Researchers have even suggested that areas where different rat groups deposit scent and fecal markings can act as information centres for the animals.

Why This Matters for Homeowners

This behaviour helps explain why seeing one rat doesn’t necessarily mean there is only one rat.

A rat may have established regular travel routes around a home, garage, shed, garden, crawlspace or other structure. Those routes can contain scent markings that other rats can investigate.

If conditions are favourable—such as access to food, water, shelter and a way into a building—other rats may have plenty of reasons to investigate the same area.

That is why effective rat control is about more than simply removing the animal that happens to be seen.

Rats Know Their Environment Extremely Well

Rats are intelligent, cautious animals with an excellent sense of smell. They learn their surroundings and can develop predictable travel routes between nesting areas, food sources and water.

Scent marking can become part of this system.

In the wild, Norway rats have been observed marking routes outside their burrows. Researchers believe these markings may help rats navigate and use their environment efficiently.

For homeowners, this means that rat activity can become established around a property long before a rat is actually noticed inside the house.

You may first notice:

• Droppings
• Gnaw marks
• Greasy rub marks
• Holes or burrows
• Scratching sounds
• Damaged garbage containers
• Disturbed garden areas
• Rat activity around sheds or outbuildings
• Rats travelling along fences or landscaping

Removing One Rat May Not Solve the Problem

If a property has attractive food sources, shelter and accessible entry points, removing one rat may not address the underlying conditions.

There may be additional rats nearby—or the property may remain attractive to new rats.

This is why professional rodent control should look at the whole picture.

At GO Green Pest Control, a proper rat-control assessment can include looking for evidence of activity, identifying potential entry points, examining conditions that may be attracting rodents and developing a plan to reduce the chance of continued activity.

Don’t Just Ask, “Where Is the Rat?”

A better question is:

“Why is the rat here, and what is allowing it to stay?”

Rats need the basics: food, water, shelter and access.

Bird seed, unsecured garbage, compost, pet food, fallen fruit, accessible gardens, clutter and openings around buildings can all contribute to rodent activity.

Closing potential entry points and removing attractants can be just as important as addressing the rats that are currently present.

The GO Green Approach to Rat Problems

Rat behaviour is complex, which is why professional pest management should focus on more than what is immediately visible.

At GO Green Pest Control, our goal is to identify the source of the problem, address active rat activity and help reduce the conditions that allow rodents to return.

If you’ve seen a rat—or you’re finding signs that rats may be travelling around your property—don’t wait until the problem becomes established.

Contact GO Green Pest Control at 778-886-4111 to discuss your rat-control concerns and arrange an assessment.

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Carpet Beetle Control in the Lower Mainland
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Carpet beetles are small household pests that can cause significant damage to carpets, clothing, rugs, upholstery and other natural-fibre materials. In coastal British Columbia, varied carpet beetles are particularly common.

While adult carpet beetles are generally harmless to people, their larvae are responsible for most of the damage.

What Do Carpet Beetles Look Like?

Adult carpet beetles are very small, usually only a few millimetres long. They may be black, brown or mottled with lighter colours.

The larvae are easier to recognize. They are typically:

• Brown or dark coloured
• Covered in fine hairs
• Elongated or carrot-shaped
• Sometimes striped or banded

You may also find shed larval skins, which are an important sign of an infestation.

What Do Carpet Beetles Eat?

Despite their name, carpet beetles don’t only eat carpets. Larvae can feed on natural materials and organic debris such as:

• Wool carpets and clothing
• Rugs and upholstery
• Blankets and fabrics
• Fur and feathers
• Pet and human hair
• Lint and dead insects

This means carpet beetles can be a problem even in homes without carpet.

Signs of Carpet Beetles

Watch for:

• Small beetles around windows and light sources
• Hairy larvae under furniture or along baseboards
• Shed larval skins
• Small holes or damage in clothing and fabrics
• Activity around closets, rugs and upholstered furniture

Carpet beetle larvae often hide in dark, undisturbed areas, making an infestation easy to miss.

Where Do They Hide?

Common hiding areas include:

• Under carpets and rugs
• Along carpet edges
• Under furniture and beds
• Inside closets
• Around baseboards
• In upholstered furniture
• Around vents and ducts
• In storage areas
• Near old bird or wasp nests

How to Prevent Carpet Beetles

Regular cleaning can help reduce the conditions carpet beetles need to survive.

Vacuum regularly, especially along baseboards, under furniture, inside closets and around carpets and upholstery.

Remove hair and lint from floors, furniture and pet areas.

Inspect stored clothing and fabrics, especially wool and other natural fibres.

Check second-hand furniture, rugs and clothing before bringing them into your home.

Inspect exterior areas for old bird or wasp nests that may provide a source of beetle activity.

Professional Carpet Beetle Control

If carpet beetles keep returning, simply vacuuming visible insects may not be enough. Larvae can remain hidden in flooring, furniture, closets and other protected areas.

Go Green Pest Control can help identify:

• The type of carpet beetle
• Where larvae are developing
• Potential food sources
• Hidden harbourage areas
• Possible sources of recurring activity

Professional treatment can then be combined with cleaning and prevention recommendations to help eliminate the problem.

Do Carpet Beetles Bite?

No. Carpet beetles do not bite people. However, some people can experience skin irritation from contact with the tiny hairs associated with carpet beetle larvae.

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Carpet beetles can quietly damage clothing, carpets, rugs and household fabrics. If you’re finding beetles, larvae, shed skins or unexplained fabric damage, don’t ignore the problem.

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When most people see a wasp nest hanging from a roofline, tucked under a deck, or hidden inside a wall, they may wonder: What is that nest actually made of?

Unlike honeybees, wasps don’t make their nests from wax. Many common wasp species build their nests from a remarkable material that is essentially paper — created by the wasps themselves from chewed-up wood fibres mixed with saliva.

At Go Green Pest Control, we often get questions about wasp nests, where wasps find the materials to build them, and whether an old nest can become active again.

Here’s what you need to know.

What Are Wasp Nests Made Of?

Most paper wasp and yellowjacket nests are made from wood fibres and other plant-based cellulose materials.

The wasps collect small amounts of weathered wood, bark, plant fibres, and other cellulose-containing material from their surroundings. They chew these materials into a pulp and mix them with saliva.

Once the pulp dries, it becomes a lightweight, paper-like material.

That’s why wasp nests can have such an interesting appearance. Depending on the species and the materials available, the nest may range from grey to brown or even have different shades and patterns.

The wasps are essentially making their own building material.

Where Do Wasps Get the Material for Their Nests?

Wasps are surprisingly resourceful.

They don’t have to travel very far to find suitable materials. A colony may collect fibres from many sources around a property.

Common sources can include:

• Weathered wooden fences
• Decks
• Sheds
• Untreated wood
• Tree branches
• Dead trees
• Bark
• Wooden structures
• Cardboard
• Paper products
• Other plant material containing cellulose

You may even see wasps scraping small amounts of wood from a fence or wooden structure.

They use their jaws to remove tiny fibres from the surface. Those fibres are then chewed into a pulp and transported back to the nest.

Why Does a Wasp Nest Look Like Paper?

The paper-like appearance is the result of the wasps’ building process.

The insects chew wood fibres into a wet pulp and spread that material over the developing nest. As the pulp dries, it hardens into thin layers of paper-like material.

Different types of wasps may use different fibres and construction techniques, which is why nests can look very different.

Some nests are enclosed in a papery outer shell, while others have exposed honeycomb-like cells.

The structure isn’t just decorative. It provides shelter and protection for the developing young and helps create a suitable environment for the colony.

How Do Wasps Build a Nest?

Nest construction generally begins when a queen starts a new colony.

Depending on the species, she finds a suitable protected location and begins building the first cells. She lays eggs in these cells and cares for the developing young.

As workers emerge, they take over much of the nest-building and food-gathering work.

The nest can then grow rapidly as the colony expands.

A small nest in early summer can become a much larger and more active colony later in the season.

That’s one reason homeowners sometimes notice what appears to be a sudden increase in wasp activity during the warmer months.

Where Do Wasps Build Their Nests?

Wasps are experts at finding protected locations.

Depending on the species, nests may be found:

• Under roof overhangs
• Beneath decks
• Inside wall voids
• In attics
• Around sheds
• Under eaves
• In trees and shrubs
• Inside bushes
• Beneath outdoor structures
• Underground
• Around garages
• In gaps around buildings

Yellowjackets can be particularly troublesome because some species build nests underground or inside concealed spaces.

A nest that isn’t immediately visible doesn’t necessarily mean there isn’t one nearby.

If you notice a steady stream of wasps entering and exiting a small hole in a wall, roofline, ground area, or other opening, there may be a nest hidden nearby.

What Happens to the Nest When the Wasps Die?

This is one of the most interesting things about wasp nests.

For many wasp species, the colony is seasonal.

As the season ends and temperatures drop, the colony’s activity declines. In many species, the workers and males eventually die, while newly produced queens may survive the winter elsewhere.

The old nest is then abandoned.

Does the Same Nest Get Used Again?

Generally, no.

Most social wasps do not simply move back into last year’s nest and start using it again.

Instead, a new colony typically begins construction of a new nest the following season.

This means an old, abandoned wasp nest hanging under your eaves isn’t necessarily an active nest.

However, that doesn’t mean you should assume every nest you find is abandoned.

If you’re seeing wasps actively entering and leaving the nest, treat it as potentially active and avoid disturbing it.

Does an Old Wasp Nest Eventually Disappear?

Yes.

Once abandoned, the nest is exposed to weather, moisture, insects, birds, and other environmental conditions.

Over time, the paper-like structure deteriorates.

Rain and moisture can weaken the material, while wind and natural decay gradually break the nest apart.

Eventually, the old nest may collapse and disappear.

How quickly this happens depends on where the nest is located and how well it is protected from the weather.

A nest underneath a sheltered roof overhang may remain visible for quite some time, while an exposed nest can deteriorate much faster.

Should You Remove an Old Wasp Nest?

If you have confirmed that a nest is completely inactive, removing it is generally more of a maintenance or cosmetic decision than a necessity.

An abandoned nest doesn’t normally continue producing wasps.

However, the more important question is whether the nest is actually abandoned.

Never assume a nest is inactive simply because you don’t see wasps flying around it at a particular moment.

Wasp activity can change throughout the day, and some nests are hidden from view.

If you’re unsure, it’s better to have the nest assessed rather than taking the risk of disturbing an active colony.

Why Are Wasp Nests a Problem Around Your Home?

Wasps play an important role in the environment. They prey on many insects and can help control other pest populations.

The problem begins when they establish a nest close to people.

A nest near a doorway, patio, children’s play area, deck, attic, or other frequently used part of your property can create a significant stinging hazard.

As the colony grows, wasp activity around the nest can increase.

Disturbing the nest — intentionally or accidentally — can also cause defensive behaviour.

That’s why DIY nest removal can be dangerous, particularly when the nest is large, hidden, high up, or located inside a wall or other enclosed space.

What Should You Do If You Find a Wasp Nest?

The safest first step is simple:

Don’t disturb it.

Keep children and pets away from the area and avoid hitting, spraying, poking, or knocking down the nest.

If you’re seeing significant wasp activity, especially around your home or business, professional pest control can help identify the species, locate the nest, and determine the appropriate treatment.

At Go Green Pest Control, we can help homeowners deal with wasp problems before they become a bigger issue.

Have a Wasp Nest on Your Property?

Don’t take unnecessary risks trying to remove it yourself.

Call Go Green Pest Control at 778-886-4111 to discuss your wasp problem and arrange professional pest control service.

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Whether the nest is under your deck, inside a wall, around your roofline, or hidden somewhere on your property, getting professional advice can help you deal with the problem safely and effectively.

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Seeing silverfish in your home this summer? You’re not alone. These fast-moving, silvery insects are common in homes throughout the Lower Mainland, and warm summer weather can make them especially noticeable.

At Go Green Pest Control, we regularly hear from homeowners who are wondering the same thing: Why are silverfish suddenly showing up in my house, and how do I get rid of them for good?

The good news is that seeing a silverfish doesn’t necessarily mean your home is dirty. Silverfish are attracted to the conditions found in many homes — especially areas that are dark, damp, warm, and undisturbed.

The bad news? If you’re seeing them regularly, there may be more hiding nearby.

What Are Silverfish?

Silverfish are small, wingless insects with a distinctive silvery appearance and long, tail-like appendages. They move quickly and often disappear into cracks, closets, bathrooms, basements, storage areas, and other dark spaces when disturbed.

They are primarily nocturnal, which means you may not see them during the day. Finding one during daylight hours can sometimes indicate that there is a larger population hiding out of sight.

Silverfish feed on carbohydrates and starchy materials. They can eat things such as paper, cardboard, book bindings, wallpaper paste, fabrics containing starch, and other household materials.

While silverfish aren’t known for biting people, they can become a nuisance and may damage household belongings over time.

Why Do You See More Silverfish in the Summer?

Summer can create ideal conditions for silverfish activity.

Warmer temperatures can increase their activity and reproduction, while moisture in and around your home provides the environment they prefer. Changes in temperature and humidity can also cause silverfish to move around more in search of food, shelter, and suitable conditions.

Homes with crawl spaces, basements, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, storage areas, and other damp or humid spaces can be particularly attractive.

You may also notice silverfish more often during the summer simply because they are more active.

Common places to find silverfish include:

• Bathrooms and around plumbing
• Basements and crawl spaces
• Laundry rooms
• Under sinks
• Around water heaters
• Closets and storage rooms
• Garages
• Areas with cardboard or paper storage
• Cracks and gaps around baseboards
• Dark areas that are rarely disturbed

Why Are Silverfish in My Home?

Silverfish don’t enter your home because it’s dirty.

They’re looking for three basic things:

Food.

Silverfish can feed on starches, carbohydrates, paper products, adhesives, fabrics, and other materials commonly found in homes.

Moisture.

Damp conditions are highly attractive to silverfish. Leaks, condensation, high humidity, and moisture in basements or crawl spaces can all contribute to an environment they like.

Shelter.

Silverfish prefer dark, protected areas. Cracks, wall voids, storage areas, boxes, and spaces underneath or behind household fixtures can provide excellent hiding places.

If your home provides all three, silverfish may have little reason to leave.

Are Silverfish Dangerous?

Silverfish are not considered dangerous to people or pets, and they aren’t known for transmitting diseases in the way some other household pests can.

However, that doesn’t mean you should ignore them.

A small number of silverfish can be difficult to notice, particularly because they are nocturnal and excellent at hiding. If you’re seeing them regularly, there may be a population established somewhere in your home.

Silverfish can also damage certain household items, particularly paper products, books, wallpaper, cardboard, and materials containing starch or adhesives.

In other words, one silverfish isn’t necessarily an emergency — but repeated sightings are worth investigating.

How Can You Reduce Silverfish Numbers?

There are several things homeowners can do to make their property less attractive to silverfish.

1. Reduce Moisture

Start by looking for sources of excess moisture.

Check for:

• Leaking pipes or faucets
• Condensation
• Plumbing leaks
• Damp basements
• Moist crawl spaces
• Poor ventilation in bathrooms
• Water intrusion around windows or foundations

Using ventilation or a dehumidifier in damp areas can also help reduce humidity.

2. Remove Clutter

Silverfish love dark, undisturbed hiding places.

Reduce clutter in basements, garages, closets, and storage areas. Avoid leaving piles of cardboard, paper, clothing, or other materials sitting undisturbed for long periods.

3. Store Paper Products Properly

If you have boxes of books, documents, photographs, or other paper materials stored in a basement or garage, consider moving them into sealed plastic storage containers.

Cardboard boxes can provide both food and shelter for silverfish.

4. Seal Cracks and Gaps

Inspect areas where silverfish may enter or move around your home.

Pay particular attention to:

• Baseboards
• Around pipes
• Around doors and windows
• Foundation cracks
• Utility penetrations
• Gaps around cabinets
• Cracks in walls and flooring

Sealing these areas can help reduce potential entry points and hiding places.

5. Fix Water Problems

If there is an underlying moisture problem, simply killing the silverfish you see may not solve the issue.

A leaking pipe, damp crawl space, drainage problem, or excessive humidity can continue to create conditions that attract them.

Addressing the reason they’re there is just as important as treating the insects themselves.

Can You Stop Silverfish Completely?

Getting rid of silverfish isn’t always as simple as spraying the ones you can see.

Because silverfish are good at hiding, there can be insects in cracks, wall voids, storage areas, and other locations you can’t easily reach.

The most effective approach is usually a combination of:

Moisture control + sanitation + exclusion + targeted pest treatment.

The goal isn’t simply to kill the silverfish running across your bathroom floor.

The goal is to identify why they’re there, where they’re hiding, and how they’re getting into or moving through the home.

When Should You Call a Pest Control Professional?

If you’re seeing a silverfish once in a while, there may not be a major infestation.

But if you’re seeing them:

• Several times a week
• In multiple rooms
• During the daytime
• In bathrooms and bedrooms
• Around your basement or crawl space
• In closets or storage areas
• Despite cleaning and reducing moisture

…it may be time for a professional inspection.

A pest control professional can look beyond the silverfish you can see and help identify conditions that may be supporting the population.

Don’t Let Silverfish Take Over Your Summer

Silverfish are small, but a recurring infestation can be frustrating — especially when you keep seeing them despite trying to eliminate them yourself.

The key is to address the source of the problem, not just the insects you happen to see.

If silverfish have become a regular sight in your home, Go Green Pest Control can help identify the conditions contributing to the problem and develop a targeted plan to reduce their numbers and prevent them from coming back.

Seeing Silverfish? Let’s Deal With Them.

Don’t spend the summer chasing silverfish around your house.

Call Go Green Pest Control at 778-886-4111 to discuss your silverfish problem and arrange an inspection.

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Your home should be a place where you can relax — not a place where you’re constantly watching the floor for silverfish.

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Have you noticed a strong, unpleasant smell coming from your walls, ceiling, attic, or crawl space? A persistent odor that seems to get worse over several days is often a sign that a rat or mouse has died inside your home. Unfortunately, this is a common problem, especially after rodents have entered a home looking for warmth, food, or shelter.

At Go Green Pest Control, we help homeowners throughout the Lower Mainland identify the source of foul odors, remove rodents, and prevent future infestations. If you’re dealing with a mysterious smell, it’s important to determine the cause before it becomes a larger health or pest issue.

Why Would a Rat Die Inside Your Walls or Attic?

Rats and mice frequently travel through wall cavities, attics, crawl spaces, and ceilings. They may die for several reasons, including:

Natural Causes

Rodents have relatively short lifespans. Older or weakened rats sometimes die while nesting inside a home.

Poison Baits

If rodents consume poison, they often return to hidden areas such as walls, insulation, or attics before they die. This can leave homeowners with a strong odor for days or even weeks. In many cases, the exact location of the carcass is difficult to reach without opening walls or ceilings.

Injuries

Rodents may suffer injuries from encounters with predators, falls, or becoming trapped inside wall cavities or building materials.

Lack of Food or Water

A rodent that becomes trapped without access to food or water may eventually die inside the structure.

What Does a Dead Rat Smell Like?

The odor is usually:

• Strong and foul
• Similar to rotting meat
• Sweet yet putrid
• More noticeable in warm weather
• Strongest near walls, attics, crawl spaces, or vents

As decomposition progresses, the smell can spread through HVAC systems, electrical outlets, and small openings in drywall.

How Long Does the Smell Last?

The length of time depends on several factors:

• Size of the animal
• Indoor temperature
• Humidity
• Air circulation
• Accessibility of the carcass

In most homes, the odor lasts:

• Small mouse: 3–7 days
• Large mouse or small rat: 1–2 weeks
• Adult rat: 2–4 weeks

Warm summer temperatures can speed decomposition but may also make the smell much stronger. Cooler temperatures can slow the process, causing the odor to linger longer.

Even after the carcass has completely decomposed, odors may remain in insulation or surrounding building materials until they naturally dissipate or are professionally cleaned.

Is the Smell Dangerous?

While the odor itself is unpleasant, a dead rodent can also attract other pests such as:

• Blow flies
• Flesh flies
• Carpet beetles
• Dermestid beetles
• Maggots

Decomposing rodents may also contribute to poor indoor air quality and contaminate insulation with bacteria and bodily fluids. For this reason, professional removal is recommended whenever possible.

Can You Remove the Dead Rat?

If the location of the carcass is known and safely accessible, removal is usually the best option. However, many rodents die inside enclosed wall cavities or beneath insulation where access is limited.

Avoid attempting to tear open walls without first confirming the location, as unnecessary damage can become expensive.

Professional technicians use inspection equipment and experience to locate odor sources while minimizing damage to your home.

Eliminating the Source of the Problem

Removing a dead rodent solves the immediate odor, but preventing future infestations requires finding how rodents entered your home.

A complete rodent control program includes:

• Thorough inspection
• Identification of entry points
• Sealing gaps and openings
• Rat and mouse control
• Attic and crawl space inspections
• Sanitation recommendations
• Prevention strategies

Without exclusion work, new rodents may simply replace those that have been removed.

Preventing Future Rat Problems

Homeowners can reduce the risk of rodent infestations by:

• Sealing openings around pipes and utility lines
• Repairing damaged roof vents and soffits
• Trimming tree branches away from the roof
• Storing garbage securely
• Keeping food in sealed containers
• Removing clutter around the home
• Scheduling regular pest inspections

Early intervention is far less expensive than repairing damage caused by an established rodent infestation.

Contact Go Green Pest Control

If you’ve noticed a strong odor coming from your walls, attic, crawl space, or ceiling, don’t ignore it. A professional inspection can determine whether a dead rodent or an active infestation is responsible.

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Phone: 778-886-4111

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We proudly serve Delta, Tsawwassen, Ladner, North Delta, Surrey, White Rock, Richmond, Burnaby, Langley, and surrounding communities with professional, environmentally responsible rodent control, wildlife removal, and exclusion services.

Call today to schedule an inspection and restore a clean, healthy home.

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