Island Living Today - Home Inspection Series - Pest Control

Home Inspection Series: Pest Control

Spring has bloomed and local critters are waking up! If you’re finding traces of insects and rodents around your home, it’s because spring is prime time for feasting and mingling after their winter hibernation.

Take this opportunity to manage pest problems now so you can enjoy a stress-free summer. If you’re planning to sell, it’s even more important to prep your home for pleasant showings. For those who are on the market to buy, it’s a good chance to spot potential issues in your next home.

On May 1, we chatted with a home inspector and a pest control expert to discuss:

• Telltale signs that insects or rodents are invading your home
• How pests can damage a home’s structure and value
• What you can do to prevent and manage different pest problems

Guest Speakers:

• Patrick Preston - Accredited Home Inspector at HouseMaster
• Bryan Dumesnil - Co-owner and Operator at VI Pest Control

Patrick Preston, co-owner of HouseMaster, has over 20 years of experience as an accredited home inspector with the Home Inspectors Association of BC and is licensed with the BC Consumer Protection Authority. He is also a Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter and former building contractor with in-depth knowledge of all the components of a home. Patrick is certified to conduct infrared inspections, evaluate solid fuel burning appliances, complete Eco Energy Audits, sample indoor air quality, and inspect commercial buildings. Patrick has personally conducted over 7,000 quality inspections on Vancouver Island.

Bryan Dumesnil is the co-owner and operator of VI Pest Control, a family-run business serving Nanaimo, Parksville, Comox Valley, and Campbell River. He is a certified technician who’s trained to conduct pest control in accordance to the Integrated Pest Management Act of BC. With a decade of experience, Bryan has dealt with ants, termites, bedbugs, spiders, mice, and other pests that may trigger fear. His top priority is always to quickly, effectively, and safely protect your family, home, and business from disease and structural damage.