Ants can be annoying, especially when they invade the house. Outside, ants digging up dirt in pavers can cause damage and biting ants in the lawn can be a safety concern. Why homeowners try and get rid of ants, most…
Cockroaches certainly have an “eek” factor and with good cause – they carry a wide range of diseases, including Salmonella and E. coli, and are known to produce allergens that can cause asthma. So, if you have cockroaches in your…
Termites are attracted to water! If you asked most people what attracts termites (white ants), most people would say wood. Certainly, wood is the main food source for termites, but there’s something that’s more important to termites – water! Indeed,…
When choosing a termite inspector, asking the question, “How long does a termite inspection take?”, is a very smart move. To carry out a professional and comprehensive termite inspection, it’s important not to rush. So, an experienced termite inspector will…
You may not have a “rodent infestation”, but with the diseases they carry you really don’t want even a single rat or mouse in the house. Rats and mice are shy and nocturnal, so it’s quite rare to actually see…
Rats and mice carry a wide range of diseases and parasites, so there are a lot of good reasons to keep them out of the house (or business) and prevent close contact with humans. Not only do they carry range…
With the wet summer we’ve had this year and the chances of more extreme weather events as we move forward, one question we are getting asked more often is, “What happens to my termite treatment if it floods?” The types…
“What do termites look like?” is a bit of a broad question, as there are several types of termites within a termite nest and many different termite species. But let’s assume that the question is asking, “What does a worker…
If you’re ending a rental lease agreement, it’s likely you will need to book an end of lease pest control or flea treatment, especially if you have a pet. As we all know, it can be a bit stressful moving,…
Although many people are frightened of spiders, spider bites are relatively rare. However, since we have some pretty dangerous spiders in Australia, it certainly pays to know what to do if you get bitten! Spider identification If you are bitten…