Wildlife & Pest Control Experts for Muskoka Cottage Country
Muskoka’s lakes, forests, and cottage landscapes are stunning but they also create some of the highest pest and wildlife activity in Ontario. From mice nesting in boathouses to raccoons damaging rooflines and carpenter ants targeting damp wood, Balson Pest Control provides long-term, humane protection for cottages, year-round homes and island properties across Muskoka.
Our licensed technicians combine detailed inspections, structural sealing, exclusion and bar-coded digital reporting so you always know what was serviced and where, The Balson Way.
Why Muskoka Homes & Cottages Need Proactive Pest Protection
Cottage-country properties in Muskoka experience unique pressures due to:
- Seasonal occupancy
- Dense forest cover
- High humidity from the lakes
- Aging cottage construction
- Wildlife such as raccoons, bats, squirrels & skunks
- Widespread carpenter ant activity
- Water-access-only areas
These conditions create ideal entry points for pests and wildlife looking for warmth, food, and shelter. Our team specializes in finding hard-to-spot intrusion points in cottages, boathouses, cedar builds and waterfront homes.
Serving All of Muskoka
Balson Pest Control proudly serves:
Bracebridge
Huntsville
Gravenhurst
Port Carling
Muskoka Lakes
Lake Joseph
Lake Rosseau
Bala
Kilworthy
Windermere
Minett
All surrounding cottage & island communities
Local Tip: Carpenter ants and rodents are extremely common in Muskoka’s damp, wooded environments. Spring and fall inspections are the best way to prevent seasonal infestations.
Book Your Muskoka Assessment
Protect your cottage or year-round home with trusted local professionals.
📞 Call 705-526-4888
sales@bpcinc.ca
Muskoka & Surrounding Areas 705-526-4888
More Information: Local Pest Control Tips & Articles for Muskoka Cottage Owners
Top 5 Summer Pest Threats
Muskoka homes and cottages face a wide range of summer‐season pests from mosquitoes and wasps to raccoons and mice. Our team follows the insights in our article “Our Top 5 Summer Pest Threats (And How to Protect Your Property)” to stay one step ahead of these threats, securing your property before the problem escalates.
