What Should Homeowners Do If a Vole Appears on Their Lawn in Calgary? If you live in Calgary , you may occasionally notice narrow trails across your lawn or small holes in the grass. These are often signs of voles , small rodents sometimes called “meadow mice.” While they may seem harmless, voles can cause significant damage to lawns, gardens, and landscaping if their population grows. In Calgary’s climate, voles are especially active after winter when snow melts and reveals the runways they created beneath the snowpack. Acting quickly can prevent long-term damage to your yard. What Is a Vole? Voles are small outdoor rodents that feed primarily on plants. They are often mistaken for mice but behave differently. Typical vole characteristics include: Small body about 9–12 cm long Brown or gray fur Short tail and small ears Active year-round outdoors They feed on: Grass roots Garden plants Vegetables Tree bark and shrubs Because they feed on roots and stems, voles can damage lawns and lan...
Pest Control Calgary – March 2026: Spring Pest Season Is Starting Early As March 2026 arrives in Calgary, homeowners may start to notice increased pest activity both inside and outside their homes. With winter slowly ending and temperatures beginning to rise, pests that were dormant during the cold months are now becoming active again. This seasonal transition makes March one of the most important times for pest control in Calgary. At Pest Pro Exterminator, March is when we begin to see a sharp increase in calls for mice, ants, and other household pests. Why Pest Problems Increase in Calgary During March Calgary’s cold winters force many pests to seek shelter indoors. Throughout winter, rodents such as mice remain hidden inside walls, basements, and attics. When March temperatures fluctuate between freezing and above zero, these pests become more active. This is also the time when pests begin preparing for spring breeding season. Common reasons pest activity increases in March in...