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Three Tips on Preventing Residential Cockroach Invasions

The cockroach is one of the most common pests in residential environments. There are different species around the country but you can recognise them by some of their universal characteristics. These insects have an oval-shaped body that is generally low-lying and flat. The colour can range from black to brown and the sizes will depend on the variety and age of the specific cockroach. The pest prefers to reside in warm and humid environments, particularly those with a readily available food source. Read More 

Silverfish - Residential Pest Control Tips You Can Rely On

Silverfish are a pest often found in Australia that tend to invade your laundry, bathrooms, kitchens, and other areas of the home in which there are damp, humid conditions. Although there are tips you can take to ensure the problem is resolved, many homeowners often find that calling in residential pest controlis the easiest, most stress-free way of getting rid of the creatures for good.  Feeding on things such as sugar, starch and cellulose, you will find the pest in a number of places, munching through a variety of things in your home. Read More 

Red Ants In Sydney? Three Facts You Need To Know

After the discovery of red ants at Port Botany, inspectors are asking for homeowners to be vigilant for signs this insect has appeared on their property. While these are a problem in some parts of America, this type of ant is rarely found in Australia and the government would like to keep it that way. To help you know what you are looking for while you are doing some winter garden maintenance, these are the three main facts you need to know about red ants. Read More 

Keep Roaches Away To Avoid Failing a Pest and Termite Inspection

One of the biggest pests that makes businesses fail pest and termite inspections is the cockroach. Getting rid of these critters is not an easy task whether at home or on your business premises. Depending on how severe your infestation is, you could be dealing with hundreds or even thousands of roaches. The best way to avoid this situation is to keep the cockroaches off in the first place. A roach infestation can be quite difficult to spot in the light of day. Read More 

Got Termites? Here’s What To Do

No home owner wants to find out or imagine that they have termites in their home. These little crawling bugs can cause serious damage to timber fixtures in your house, from the crawlspace to the wooden walling and even the roofing. However, if you come across any signs of termites in your home, there are steps you should take to put an end to the infestation. Read about them below. Read More 

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Practical Pest Control Tips That Really Work

Hi, I’m Mike and I run a small farm with my family. When I moved out of the city to start a new life a few years ago, I was looking forward to getting closer to nature and to learning how to manage some livestock and crops. Nobody warned me, however, that I’d also quickly have to learn how to manage pests – you can’t pick and choose what kind of animals and bugs you have to deal with around this place! So, a few years on and with some useful advice from my neighbours under my belt, I’ve got pretty darn good at keeping pests at bay. In the spirit of paying it back, I’ve started this blog to help people who are looking for quick and effective solutions to all kinds of pest problems.

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