Kitchen
Ants & cockroaches
Drawn to food access, moisture and concealed spots beneath sinks and behind refrigerators.
Helps: sealed food containers, fixing leaks, keeping waste areas clean.
WINNIPEG PEST GUIDE
Every pest has a favourite spot.
Tap a part of the home to see what tends to show up there, what to look for, and what helps. Then use the guide below to plan through the year.
Eaves & deck
Wasps
Nests in sheltered spots such as eaves and deck railings, often close to where people gather.
Helps: covering food outdoors, sealed bins, not disturbing an active nest.
Bedroom
Bed bugs
Often introduced through travel and second-hand furniture, then settle into sleeping areas.
Helps: inspecting second-hand furniture and sleeping areas, reducing clutter.
Basement & walls
Mice & rats
Use small gaps and openings to get inside. Watch for droppings, gnaw marks and unusual noises.
Helps: inspecting for gaps and holes, addressing openings.
Yard & garden
Voles & ants
Voles affect grass, roots and young trees; ant trails often start along foundations and patios.
Helps: maintained grass, less dense cover, guards for young trees.
01 · ACTIVITY THROUGH THE YEAR
When to keep an eye out.
Typical activity in Winnipeg. It varies year to year with the weather, so use it as a guide rather than a rule.
This month—
| Pest | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ants | ||||||||||||
| Wasps | ||||||||||||
| Voles | ||||||||||||
| Mice & rats | ||||||||||||
| Cockroaches | ||||||||||||
| Bed bugs |
03 · LOOK-ALIKES
Mouse or vole?
They’re easy to mix up, but they cause different problems and need different approaches.
Mouse
- Where
- Gets into buildings through gaps and openings
- Signs
- Droppings, gnaw marks, unusual noises
- Approach
- Entry-point assessment, trapping and monitoring
Vole
- Where
- Outdoors: lawns, gardens and landscaping
- Signs
- Stockier body, shorter tail; tunnels in grass, gnawed tree bases
- Approach
- Habitat changes, protective barriers and trapping
04 · SIGNS IT’S TIME TO CALL
Noticed one of these?
- 01Droppings, gnaw marks or noises in the wallsRodent control
- 02New ant trails that keep coming backAnt control
- 03A nest near doors, eaves or the deckWasp control
- 04Fresh tunnels or gnawed tree basesVole control
- 05Activity under sinks or behind appliancesCockroach control
- 06Signs after travel or second-hand furnitureBed bug control
05 · WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
From first call to follow-up.
- Tell us what’s happening
Describe what you’ve noticed, where and when it started. You don’t need to know the pest.
- Talk through options
Discuss an evaluation, an estimate and whether you need immediate or continuing support.
- Prepare for the visit
Crescent tells you what applies to your pest and household, including children, pets and access.
- Inspect & treat
Identify the pest and its source, then a targeted treatment for your property.
- Follow up
Prevention advice and follow-up or ongoing management where it’s needed.
Not sure what you’re seeing?
Describe it to us. We’ll discuss how to take a closer look.