Free Canadian household tool

Found a pest? Get sensible next steps.

Answer six short questions for a general checklist. This tool does not identify insects, recommend products or determine whether treatment is legal at your address.

What have you noticed?

1. Which pest do you suspect?

If you're unsure, select “Not sure”—do not guess just to get treatment directions.

2. What describes your situation?
3. Where is this property?

Laws differ by province and municipality. Choosing your location does not determine legal treatment or who pays.

4. Have you documented and reported this problem?
5. Is someone facing an immediate safety concern?
6. How extensive is the activity?

Before using any pesticide

Confirm the Canadian registration number, the named pest, the treatment site and the product's current label. Provincial and municipal rules may impose further restrictions. Learn how to check a Canadian label →

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Official sources

Official sources reviewed October 11, 2026. Confirm current, location-specific rules before acting.