As soon as an area is inhabited by humans, it is immediately exposed to an invasion of harmful animals. The locality of Cowansville is no exception to this rule with the possibility of infestation of various pests in homes. At Solutions Cimex, we provide comprehensive pest control and extermination services in Cowansville and throughout Quebec. 

What are the most invasive pests for a home?

There are several types of pests that can invade a home. Here is a list of the most common:

• Insects: Insects such as ants, cockroaches, fleas, bed bugs and termites are common pests that can infest a home and cause damage;
• Rodents: Mice, rats, and squirrels are rodents that can cause structural damage to homes and spread disease;
• Spiders: Spiders are generally not dangerous to humans, but their presence can be unpleasant and disturbing;
• Birds: pigeons and sparrows can damage roofs and gutters and spread disease;
• Wild animals: squirrels, raccoons, skunks, and foxes can cause home damage and pose a health and safety hazard;
• Reptiles: Snakes can sometimes infiltrate a home and cause damage, although they are rare in urban areas.

What are the health risks of pest invasion in a home?

The invasion of pests in a home can pose several risks to human health, including:

• Allergies and Asthma: Some people may be allergic to the feces, dander or hair of pests such as mice, rats, cockroaches, dust mites or bed bugs. Insect droppings and skins can also trigger asthma attacks;
• Different diseases: Pests can transmit diseases to humans through direct or indirect contact. For example, mice and rats can transmit diseases like leptospirosis while fleas can transmit plague and ticks can transmit Lyme disease;
• Bites and stings: harmful insects such as wasps, hornets or spiders can sting or bite humans, causing pain, swelling and allergic reactions;
• Food contamination: mice and rats can contaminate food with their feces, urine or saliva, which can lead to gastrointestinal illnesses in humans;
• Respiratory problems: Certain pests, such as cockroaches and bedbugs, can produce allergens that can cause respiratory problems, especially in people with asthma.