Garden Hazards – Garden Pests
I remember a few years ago it was the start of spring and the place I had been renting the gardens were very over grown. Being a gardener at heart, I thought it’s spring, let’s clean out the gardens. Back then was way before I…
In-Sex In Sydney
Pests & In-sex In Sydney Sex in Sydney insect style The mating habits of pests can often put us humans to shame. Some of the male insect will offer gifts, song and will even dance to impress a female insect. However as most of…
The Heat Is On & So Are Termites
Do Termites Increase In Summer? As we say goodbye to the winter months and a say a big HELLO the warmer months of spring and summer we should remember that the warmer months are peak season for termites. Termites are the number one pest that…
German Cockroaches 101
Originating in tropical Africa, the German cockroach is now found worldwide and typically inhabits humid, dark environments where it can easily hide. This species of cockroach is easily identifiable by two dark brown strips running down the outside edge of the pronotum – the ‘shield’…
Have You Had Your Termite Inspection Done?
When should I have a termite inspection done? How often should termite inspections be done? Have you had your annual termite inspection done? Australian standards recommend that termite inspections be carried out annually. While inspections alone is not going to prevent your home from ever…
I Have Bedbugs, Am I Going To Die?
Are bedbugs lethal? Can I get diseases from bedbugs? Do bedbugs kill? Yesterday afternoon I took a call from a very frantic customer telling me she had bedbugs and was very scared because bedbugs were so dangerous that she was scared she was going to…
More Than Just A Pest Control Company
Many people have and continue to ask how could I possibly enjoy or even like working for a pest control company, when constantly I’m talking about cockroaches, rats, mice, bedbugs, etc. The majority of my family and friends see how much I love my job,…
How Can I Prevent Ants?
Ants Having ants in your home can be an ongoing problem. If you had ants in your home last year there is a good chance that they will return this year. Many people will try DIY treatments or will try old wives’ tale methods…
How Did I Get Cockroaches?
The most common question asked by home owners and thrown at pest control companies worldwide is… … How did I get cockroaches? This question is one that has plagued home owners from years. You are seeing them in the back of the kitchen drawers, outside,…
Sudden Explosion Of Huntsman Spiders In Sydney
We have been receiving many calls in the last 3 weeks about an explosion of baby spiders on the ceiling of the bathroom and lounge rooms. This can be quite disturbing to waking up in the morning and finding all these spiders. More than likely…