Sanitary condition of dwellings

Cockroaches

Anyone can find themselves with cockroaches in their home. There’s no shame in that. 

If the current situation is causing you stress or anxiety or you feel overwhelmed by events, you can call 811, option 2, to talk with someone. 

If you think the condition of your home is causing you health problems, call 811, option 1, or go see a health care professional. 

To learn more about cockroaches, see: 

• Cockroaches
• Advice and prevention – Cockroaches
• Hire a pest management company
• Use pesticides safely

Bedbugs

Bedbugs are biting insects that feed on the blood of people while they sleep. Bedbugs can bite only one person in a group sharing a bedroom. They rarely bite pets. An infestation of bedbugs can affect health and quality of life. To resolve the situation, a specialized firm is required. 

There’s no shame in having bedbugs at home. If the current situation is causing you stress or anxiety or you feel overwhelmed by events, you can call 811, option 2, to talk with someone. 

To learn more about bedbugs, see: 

• Recognizing bed bugs and preventing infestation
• Bed bug bites
• Exterminating bed bugs

Mould

Mould is a fungus whose spores are invisible to the naked eye. When mould grows significantly, it can lead to health problems. 

To learn more about mould and your health, see: 

• Health problems caused by mould
• Finding and eliminating mould from your home