Buzz Boss

10/24/2026

🐞 Why do so many areas in Western Canada seem to have so many boxelder bugs lately? And has the problem been getting worse?

If it feels like boxelder bugs have become more noticeable in recent years, you are not alone in noticing them.

Each fall, these black-and-red insects can gather in surprisingly large numbers on sunny, south- and west-facing walls, windows, siding and foundations as they search for protected places to overwinter.

Why do boxelder bugs gather on houses in the fall?

As temperatures cool, adult boxelder bugs seek warm, protected overwintering sites. Sun-warmed exterior walls can attract large aggregations before the insects move into cracks, siding and other sheltered spaces.

Are boxelder bugs harmful to your home?

Boxelder bugs are primarily a nuisance pest rather than a destructive one. The bigger problem is their ability to gather in large numbers and potentially enter homes, where they can remain hidden through winter and reappear indoors.

Why can the problem seem worse year after year?

Boxelder bug populations can vary considerably from one season to another. Weather, available host trees, successful reproduction and suitable overwintering conditions can all influence how many homeowners see in a particular year.

And when the same Winnipeg property provides the conditions they are looking for, the fall invasion can become a very familiar sight. 🏠 🐞

Buzz Boss takes a closer look at the Winnipeg boxelder bug problem in particular, why these insects congregate around homes and what homeowners can do about them. 👇

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Winnipeg is seeing heavier boxelder bug activity. Learn what's driving the surge, why the city is vulnerable, and when to act before bugs move indoors.

10/22/2026

No mosquitoes for the first time in years. 🦟 🙌

Sometimes a customer review sums up an entire Summer in one sentence...

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“Great experience. We haven’t had any mosquitoes for the first time in years. The backyard is fun again.”
- Maxwell G.

The backyard is fun again.

That is ultimately what pest control should give you...

Less swatting. Less heading inside. Less letting mosquitoes decide when the evening is over.

As another Western Canadian summer transitions into fall, we love hearing what that difference looked like for Buzz Boss customers.

And while mosquito season has wound down, pest season does not disappear - it changes.

As temperatures cool, different pests begin looking for shelter, warmth and places to overwinter.

📍 Buzz Boss provides professional residential pest control across Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg + surrounding communities.

👉 Follow Buzz Boss for local pest alerts, seasonal prevention advice + updates on what is happening in your area.

10/20/2026

🏠 Older home? You may be dealing with more than just a little character. 🐭🕷️

As homes age, so do the materials and barriers that help keep pests outside.

Small foundation cracks. Aging weather stripping. Gaps around pipes and utility lines. Older windows, vents and siding. Openings can develop gradually - often without homeowners realizing they are there.

And to a pest looking for food, warmth or a protected place to overwinter, a very small opening can be a very big opportunity.

That becomes especially important in fall, as rodents, insects and other pests begin seeking shelter from colder temperatures.

The good news? Understanding where older homes tend to become vulnerable can make prevention much easier.

Buzz Boss breaks down why older homes can experience more pest problems — and what homeowners should be watching for. 👇

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📍 Serving Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg and surrounding communities.

Learn why older homes face more pest problems, from foundation cracks and moisture to aging seals, plus practical ways to keep ants, mice and spiders out.

10/19/2026

🐀🚗 ALBERTA: WE’RE RAT-FREE.
RATS: HOLD MY COFFEE. 😂

Apparently, even rats have discovered the Canadian road trip...

And believe it or not, this one’s actually making headlines. 👀

According to an October 14 report from The Weather Network, Alberta officials say rats are increasingly finding their way into the province by hitchhiking in vehicles, trucks and holiday trailers arriving from elsewhere in Canada.

Yes.
Actual hitchhiking rats. 🐀

Alberta has maintained its famous rat-free status for more than 70 years, thanks to one of Canada’s most aggressive pest-control programs.

But here’s the interesting part…

Being rat-free doesn’t mean a rat never crosses the provincial border.
It means Alberta has no established breeding population of rats, and officials work to keep it that way.

The province’s Rat Patrol continues to investigate sightings and respond to confirmed infestations.

🚗 Heading home to AB from an out-of-province road trip?
Alberta officials recommend checking your vehicle for signs of unwanted passengers, particularly around the engine compartment and undercarriage.

🐀 And if you actually spot a rat in Alberta, report it to the province at 310-FARM (3276).

💬 ALBERTANS: Did you know rats were literally hitchhiking their way into the province? 😂

10/17/2026

🍂 FALL IS HERE. BUT PEST SEASON IS FAR FROM OVER. 🐭

While temperatures are dropping across Western Canada, some pest problems are just getting started...

As homeowners prepare for winter, several unwanted visitors are still causing problems inside and around Canadian homes.

🐭 Mice & Rodents: As outdoor temperatures drop, mice and other rodents seek shelter, warmth and food. Small openings around your home can become easy entry points.

🪲 Boxelder Bugs: These fall invaders can gather in large numbers on sunny exterior walls, around windows and near entry points as they search for protected places to overwinter.

🐜 Ants & Crawling Insects: Depending on the species and conditions, some household pests can remain active indoors even as temperatures fall outside.

🕷️ Spiders: Fall is also a time when homeowners may notice increased spider activity around their properties.

The problem? Waiting until pests are established inside your home can make them harder to manage.

🛡️ That’s where Buzz Boss Home Pest Defence comes in.

Our professional pest control services help homeowners address active pest problems and protect their properties as the seasons change.

Whether you’re dealing with mice, boxelder bugs, ants or other unwanted visitors, our team can help you find the right solution.

🏡 Your home should be getting ready for winter. Not welcoming new residents.

📍 Professional pest control services in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg and surrounding communities.

10/17/2026

🐭 Do mice carry ticks? Yes ~ and mice can play an important role in the tick life cycle...

When homeowners think about mice, they usually think about scratching in the walls, droppings or property damage.

But there is another reason rodent activity around your home matters: mice can carry ticks.

Ticks can attach to mice and other small mammals for a blood meal. That means areas with rodent activity can also provide hosts that help support local tick populations.

Can mice bring ticks around your home?
Yes. Mice can carry attached ticks as they move through yards, vegetation, sheds, garages and areas around homes.

Do mice cause Lyme disease?
Not exactly. Lyme disease is transmitted to people through the bite of infected ticks. However, certain mice and other small mammals can act as reservoir hosts for the bacteria that cause Lyme disease, making the relationship between mice, ticks and Lyme disease worth understanding.

Why does this matter for homeowners?

Pest problems do not always exist in isolation.
Rodents, ticks, vegetation and wildlife can all be part of the same ecosystem around a property...

Reducing conditions that attract or support rodents can therefore be one component of a broader pest-prevention strategy.

🐭 Mice + ticks: what is the connection?

Buzz Boss explains how mice can carry ticks, why the relationship matters and what homeowners should know 👇

🔗 https://www.buzzboss.com/learn/mice-are-tick-carriers

📍 Pest prevention and rodent control across Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg and surrounding communities.

Mice can carry blacklegged ticks into your yard. Learn how the mouse-tick cycle works, how to reduce risk, and how Buzz Boss can help.

10/15/2026

🐭📈 RODENT ACTIVITY: RISING.

As temperatures continue to drop across Western Canada, mice are doing what they do every fall: looking for food, shelter + a protected place to spend the colder months.

And your home can check all three boxes.

The problem? You may not actually see a mouse.

Often, the first warning signs are much smaller:

👀 Droppings in garages, cupboards or storage areas
👂 Scratching or movement inside walls + ceilings
🏠 Activity around foundations or potential entry points
🦷 Gnaw marks on materials or food packaging
🪹 Nesting material tucked into protected spaces

Mice can take advantage of surprisingly small gaps around foundations, doors, garages, vents + utility entry points.

And once they are inside, one mouse sighting may not tell you the whole story.

🛡️ Seeing signs of rodent activity?

Buzz Boss provides professional mouse, rat, vole + rodent control across Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg + surrounding communities.

10/13/2026

🏠 Before winter arrives, something else may already be looking for a way into your home. 👀

As temperatures continue to drop across Western Canada, homes become increasingly attractive to pests searching for warmth, shelter and a protected place to spend the winter.

And they do not need much room.

🐭 Gaps around doors and garage doors
🕷️ Cracks around foundations and siding
🐜 Openings around pipes and utility lines
🐞 Gaps around windows, vents and soffits
🌳 Branches and vegetation providing access to the home

The best time to find these vulnerabilities is before pests do.

A little fall prevention can help reduce the chances of discovering unwanted winter roommates after the cold weather settles in.

Buzz Boss breaks down what homeowners should inspect now — and how to help pest-proof your home before winter. 👇

🔗 https://www.buzzboss.com/learn/pest-proof-your-home-before-winter

📍 Serving Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg and surrounding communities.

Stop pests before the freeze. Learn how to seal entry points, protect your home from rodents and insects, and stay pest-free all winter long.

10/12/2026

⚠️ 🐭 Would your home pass the ¼-inch test?

It does not take much.

A mouse can squeeze through an opening as small as 6 mm - just ¼ of an inch!

That means some of the smallest gaps around your home could be big enough to become an entrance.

And across Canada, fall is exactly when homeowners tend to become much more aware of what might be trying to find shelter inside. 👀

Take a look around doors, foundations, vents, utility lines + anywhere pipes or wiring enter your home.

See a gap around ¼ inch?
A mouse may see a doorway.

🏠 Send this to someone who needs to check their house before winter.

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Buzz Boss | Western Canadian Pest Defence