Armour Pest Control

06/22/2025

The feeling our team has when they get rid of pests from your place.

05/11/2025

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day from the team at Armour Pest Control 🌷
We wish you a happy, joyful and pest-free day! 🐞💐

12/24/2024

Thank you all for the support for the past 45 years

11/02/2024

https://www.blogto.com/city/2024/11/ladybug-infestation-ontario/

Insects are being spotted in massive numbers clustering in the windows of Ontario homes, looking to find their way inside. And while many of these ti…

09/14/2024

Do what you need to do. But let us know if the problem gets out of control.

03/31/2024

Happy Easter!

03/17/2024

03/15/2024

Happy Friday .. just a little humour for everyone!

March Break: that wonderful time of year when you find out your house wasn’t just hosting your kids for their week off from school, but also a secret convention for every ant, spider, and unidentified flying insect in the neighborhood.

When you thought the biggest challenge would be keeping the kids entertained, you found out it was an impromptu pest Olympics. The ants are going for gold in the “Kitchen Counter Marathon”, spiders are setting world records in the “Bedroom Bungee Jump”, and those unidentified flyers? They've mastered the art evading every swat with aerial acrobatics that would put any pilot to shame.

And there you were thinking the most difficult thing you would have to do was choosing between making slime or figuring out how to limit the kids screentime. It turns out, you were a referee for the Insect Invitational.

03/09/2024

It should never be just one day a year to celebrate women, It should be everyday. Thank you Rebecca for leading our team!

03/04/2024

Insects such as ants, bedbugs and cockroaches are very typical bugs we are asked most frequently about but there has an increase in calls regarding Indian meal moths so here are some answers to FAQ and some tips on dealing with them if you ever have an issue.

Indian meal moths, also known as pantry moths, are a common household pest that can quickly become a nuisance. These small moths are attracted to stored food products, particularly grains, cereals, dried fruits, and nuts. While they’re not harmful to humans, they can contaminate food and cause frustration for you. They typically enter homes through infested food products purchased from stores. They can also enter through small cracks or openings in windows, doors, and walls. Once inside, they lay eggs on food surfaces, and the larvae that hatch from these eggs feed on the food, creating web-like silk threads and leaving behind f***l matter, which can contaminate other nearby food items.

Preventing them starts with proper food storage. Store grains, cereals, nuts, and dried fruits in airtight containers made of glass, metal, or heavy-duty plastic. Check the expiration dates on packaged foods before purchasing and inspect food packages for signs of damage or infestation. Clean shelves, cupboards, and pantries regularly to remove food crumbs and spills that could attract moths.

If you discover an infestation in your home, take immediate action to eliminate the pests. Start by removing all infested food items from your pantry and dispose of them in a sealed trash bag. Clean the pantry shelves and walls with hot, soapy water to remove any remaining eggs or larvae. Next, vacuum the pantry thoroughly, paying close attention to cracks and crevices where moths and larvae may be hiding. Dispose of the vacuum bag or clean the vacuum canister immediately after use to prevent the moths from spreading to other areas of your home. After cleaning, place pheromone traps (which you can pick up from your local hardware store or places like Canadian Tire) in your pantry to capture any remaining adult moths. These traps can help monitor the effectiveness of your treatment and prevent future infestations.
By taking these preventive measures and promptly addressing any signs of an infestation, you can protect your home from them and keep your pantry pest-free.