Pest control / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

A lawn with significant damage showing patches of torn-up sod and dirt.
Pest control

A how-to guide to stopping crows & raccoons from digging up your lawn

...pest control It is crucial to adapt your strategy based on your location. While the principles of lawn damage control are universal, the specific pests and regulations vary. North America (US & Canada): Focus on identifying between European Chafer and Japanese Beetle grubs, as the timing for treatments like nemato...

Dog Strangling Vine Invasive Species
Landscaping

Avoiding invasive species when landscaping

...pesticides and grow easily in poor soil. They are also more resistant to diseases and pest attacks; Naturally pair with native wildlife (they provide shelter and cover for birds and insects); They create migratory corridors for urban wildlife by linking green spaces with each other (some plants may be sought by visiti...

Carpenter ants are a common pest and nuisance to get rid of in homes
Pest control

Removing insects and rodents from your home, safely & humanely (by preference)

...pest removal suggestion that isn’t listed here. Dealing with some invasions can pose a health and safety risk, and while we have included some ideas on how to deal with the more challenging of wild visitors, do so at your own risk. In most of these cases our recommendation would still be for safety first, and to enlist...

Pouring a Monolithic Slab on grade for a Passive Solar LEED Home © Ecohome
Slab on Grade

Monolithic slab-on-grade foundations - Super insulated for LEED Homes & Passive House

...pest control in slab foundations For any slab-on-grade home, including a monolithic slab, keeping termites and other pests out is a must. Strategies for termite and pest control: This involves meticulous detailing around the slab perimeter. This involves proper flashing, barriers (like stainless steel mesh or basalt b...