Vancouver Island Pest Control

Professional pest control, bird & wildlife control for all of Vancouver Island.

Book An Estimate Today!

Home / Find a Branch / British Columbia / Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island

Phone: (250) 382-1222

#144 1047 Langford Parkway

Victoria, BC, V9B 0A5

Canada

Weekdays: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Weekend: Appointments only

Areas Served

Boasting one of the mildest climates in Canada, Vancouver Island can suffer from year-round pest control problems. At the farthest reaches of the country’s West Coast, the summers here are warm and dry while the winters are mild making ideal conditions for many different pests to thrive. Known as “The Garden City” thanks to its lush foliage, Victoria, BC can cause particular problems when it comes to pests, who love the plant life that gives the city its nickname. That’s why we have a local team of expert technicians to provide residential and commercial services on Vancouver Island:  Victoria, Comox Valley, Campbell River, Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville and surrounding areas.

Services

Orkin Canada’s pest control technicians can give you peace of mind by expertly helping you remove unwanted pests from your home or business – and making sure they don’t come back.

Icone d'un insecte

Residential Services

Protect your home from unwanted pests with customized pest control treatment

Residential Services
Commercial Services

Pests on Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island is plagued by a number of different pests thanks to its abundant plant life and mild climate. In Victoria especially harmful pests such as aphids, beetle larvae and spider mites can cause real issues. The city has also recently been forced to contend with invasive species in the form of winter moths, Asian long-horned beetles, apple maggots, cereal leaf beetles, emerald ash borers, European brown garden snails, gypsy moths, Japanese beetles, oriental fruit moths, and swede midges.

Recently, the long dry summers that have been experienced on Vancouver Island have made conditions perfect for wasps. Conditions have also been ripe for termites and rodents such as mice and rats that flourish in the warmer months before moving into buildings when the mercury begins to fall, causing untold issues for both homes and businesses.

Carpenter Ants

Mild climate conditions combined with moist wooded areas for nesting make carpenter ants a common pest in Victoria, British Columbia. Distinctly larger than most other ant species, they can reach sizes of up to half an inch. However, they enter homes and buildings for the same reason as most ants: to forage for food.

Carpenter ants can survive on various resources, including living and dead insects, as well as plant juices. As a result, these pests are particularly drawn to sweet foods found in pantries, which can lead them indoors. Once they’ve found a dependable food source, they may establish a ‘satellite nest,’ or one without a queen, within the structure.

Outdoors, these ants seek out moist environment or decayed wood as places to start a colony. When indoors, they prefer voids that offer access to wood and moisture. Ideal nesting locations include behind insulations, in wall voids, in ceiling, soffits, leaky pipes, porches, windowsills, and hollow doors. The moniker ‘carpenter ant’ arises from their remarkable ability to burrow through wooden materials using their powerful mandibles, creating hollowed-out nesting areas. This nest-building characteristic can mislead property owners to believe they have termites when carpenter ants are the culprits attacking Victoria buildings. It is worth noting that unlike termites, carpenter ants don’t consume wood for food. The damage they cause typically presents a smoother, sandpaper-like finish.

Given that their nests can cause structural damage and be extensive in nature, it’s best to work with a pest control company in Victoria, B.C., to deal with these pests effectively. At Orkin Canada, you can count on our team of professionals to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What attracts rats to your house?

Rats are looking for a place to build nests, so they’re seeking warmth and comfort. They’re also searching for food. Not only do they consume leftovers and crumbs found on counters, but they also eat soap and leather, so they’re likely very happy calling your home their own if given the chance! They also enjoy indoor plants, and dripping pipes indoors can act as a water source.

Should I call pest control for wasps?

Wasps may cause anaphylactic shock, so, if you have someone with allergies, you should consider getting them taken care of quickly. They can be aggressively defensive of their nests, which can lead to family members and pets being stung. Getting a wasp nest removed from your property by an Orkin Canada technician is the best decision for your home and the folks (and furry friends) residing within it. They’ll carefully inspect the property and make informed recommendations on how best to avoid them in the future!

Technicians from coast to coast

Orkin Canada has technicians in every province, in cities large and small. There’s no pest problem we can’t travel to. If you don’t see a location listed near you give us a call at 1-800-800-6754 to reach your local branch.

Icone de lauriers

100% Satisfaction or Money Back Guarantee

Resolving your pest problem is our #1 priority. If re-treatment is required, we'll provide immediate services at no extra cost. If your expectations are not met, we guarantee a full refund of your service payment.

icone d'un coeur

What our customers have to say

Jason Retail

Our technician is awesome. Thanks for making the transition easy. Love the metrics and transparency of the program.

Herb R. Hospitality

Our technician was very informative and took the time to explain the problem I was having with rodents and how they react to Orkin's product. His personal care made my situation so much easier.

Elaine C.

Our representative is very informative and quickly goes about his work. I am very pleased with his explanation for placing bait stations where he did and so on. Sometimes it is hot and he carries right on with what he has to do. It is a nasty job.

Franchise Manager Food Services

I've been a customer for almost 7 years and Orkin have never been disappointed.

Jag D. Arts

The service manager is great as he has pointed out lots of things I need to do to prevent mice from coming into the building. He is very knowledgeable and knows what he is talking about.

Matthew P. Hospitality

I'm glad to see that you acquired dogs for bed bug solutions. Works very well!!!!!!

Franchise Manager Food Services

Our business requested additional services and the management visited our site to ensure the proper help was given, and was very helpful.

Elizabeth S. Ontario

Our technician is professional and prompt. I appreciate that you seem to limit unnecessary use of pesticides and take precautions to limit my family's exposure.

Cathy F.

The service was great. Fast, friendly and efficient. After spraying my inside baseboards there was just a faint, pleasant smell when I returned after 4 hours. No ants in sight now. Thank you!

Rick M. New Brunswick

Our technician was awesome. He took his time and did a great job, and answered any questions we had. He was very professional and knowledgable.

John C.

Timely response time, courteousness, professionalism. Appointments easy to book and fit in with our schedule.

Arthur C. Ontario

Your guys are very courteous, knowledgable and the rate is comparable to others. Service is fast, efficient.

Karen H. Alberta

Very respectful service. Will go the extra mile to ensure everything is handled. Thank you so much for all your help.

Pat S. PEI

Our technician is attentive, kind, honest and hardworking. We are pleased to have Orkin to help us with pest control. Thanks!

Alejandro B. Newfoundland & Labrador

The technician who did the inspection is very well qualified, friendly, approachable, and professional. Seeing him work is a pleasure. Thanks!

Lois K.

Prompt, courteous, caring and highly professional services. We've been very pleased to take part in the Home Owner Protection Plan for more than 15 years.

Mary O. New Brunswick

I like that you come monthly and it is your scheduled visit. I don't have to remember to call! I appreciate getting the email after your visit, so I know what is going on on the outside of my place.

Lori and Dave D. New Brunswick

We have been loyal customers for over 20 years and couldn't imagine being without the great services offered by Orkin. Being severely allergic to stinging insect bites, I trust only Orkin with our home, and personal safety.

Bev S. British Columbia

My technician was careful, detailed with his work and very pleasant. He was not afraid to climb my difficult property and make extra effort to ensure he had found all of the bait stations. Excellent job, thank you.

Lan P.

Our technician was excellent. Courteous, on time, and thorough. He takes his job seriously and tackles the job as if our home were his own. I would recommend him to friends & neighbours without hesitation.

Remove pests from your home, and stop them from coming back

We work hard to listen, understand and assess your unique situation. Request a free, no-obligation estimate today for a customized pest program that fits your needs.

Request a Free Home Estimate
Request a Free Business Consultation