Ismael Girard
Ismael Girard is an entrepreneur based in Quebec, Canada, and the founder and CEO of Pest Agent. He writes guides that help homeowners understand their pest problem, choose the right products and find a pest control company near them.
What he brings to Pest Agent
He writes about a wide range of pest problems, from bed bugs in apartments to mice in garages.
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Clear, practical advice
Guides that explain each pest problem and the next step in plain language.
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Fair company rankings
Local companies compared with one published method, the PA Score.
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Educating readers
More than 150 articles to understand, prevent and handle pest problems.
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Products we recommend
Product picks reviewed with pest control experts, with a link to buy each one.
Professional accomplishments
Ismael brings 7 years of content writing to every Pest Agent guide.
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Years content writing
I spent 7 years honing my skills as a content writer.
Latest articles
Here are some of the last articles written by Ismael.
Mice
How to Set a Mouse Trap: Step-by-Step Guide for Canadian Homes
Learn how to set a mouse trap step by step, from wooden snap traps to electronic and live traps, plus the best bait, where to place traps and how to clean up safely.
Ismael Girard · 8 min read
Mice
Do Mice Bite? Mouse Bite Symptoms, Health Risks and What to Do
Mice can bite, but they rarely do, and almost always in self-defence. Learn how to recognise a mouse bite, how risky it is and what to do right after.
Ismael Girard · 10 min read
Mice
Can Mice Climb Walls? How Mice Climb, Jump and Get Into Your Home
Mice can climb almost any rough wall, run along wires and pipes, and jump onto counters. Learn how they do it, how to spot mice in your walls and how to stop them climbing in.
Ismael Girard · 10 min read
Mice · extermination
How to Get Rid of Mice in Your House: A Step-by-Step Plan for Canadian Homes
The fastest way to get rid of mice is to trap the ones inside, seal the gaps they use and take away their food. Most steps follow Health Canada advice.
Ismael Girard · 12 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Cockroach Repellent: What Really Keeps Roaches Away in a Canadian Home
Cockroach repellents only make roaches avoid a spot for a while, and some can spread them. Learn which natural roach repellents have evidence and how to keep roaches away for good.
Ismael Girard · 10 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Peppermint Oil for Roaches: Does It Work and How to Use It Safely
Peppermint oil repels roaches in lab tests and kills them only on direct contact, so it will not clear an infestation. Learn how to use it safely and why it should stay away from roach baits.
Ismael Girard · 11 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
How to Prevent Cockroaches: A Canadian Home Guide to Keeping Roaches Away for Good
Cockroaches need food, water and shelter, and they often arrive as hitchhikers. Learn how to prevent cockroaches in a house or apartment with simple habits, sealing and the right tools.
Ismael Girard · 12 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Plants That Repel Cockroaches: What Works, What Is Safe and What Grows in Canada
Catnip, lavender, mint and rosemary contain oils that roaches avoid in lab tests, but no plant will clear an infestation on its own. Learn what the research shows, which plants are safe for pets and what to grow in Canada.
Ismael Girard · 10 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Moving With Roaches: How to Prevent Roaches From Moving With You
Cockroaches and their egg cases can ride along in boxes, appliances and electronics. Learn how to treat, pack and unpack so roaches do not move into your new home with you.
Ismael Girard · 11 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Essential Oils for Cockroaches: Which Ones Repel Roaches and How to Use Them Safely
Essential oils repel cockroaches for a short time in lab tests, with the best results for citrus, cinnamon, lemongrass and clove. Learn which oils work, how to use them safely around pets, and what to do when they are not enough.
Ismael Girard · 13 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Roaches in Kitchen: Why They Show Up and How to Keep Them Out
Roaches in the kitchen are there for water, food scraps and warm hiding spots. Learn which cockroaches you are dealing with, where they hide and how to keep them out for good.
Ismael Girard · 12 min read
Cockroaches · prevention
Cockroaches in Bedroom: Why They Appear and How to Keep Them Out of Your Room
Finding cockroaches in your bedroom usually points to a large German cockroach population or to brown-banded roaches that love warm, dry rooms. Learn where they hide and how to prevent them.
Ismael Girard · 12 min read
