Covid-19 Pest Surge
COVID-19 PEST SURGE While humans have been adjusting to an altered state of reality over the last few months, we are certainly not the only living organisms that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. There have mainly been several reports of increased rodent activity…
Controlling ants and termites
ANTS & TERMITES: SPRING PESTS Ants and termites are two invasive pests whose large colonies send an endless stream of invaders into your home looking for food. Once inside, ants contaminate your food, and some varieties even sting. Termites can cause extensive damage to the…
Cicadas 101
What are They? In the insect kingdom, cicadas are invertebrates that belong to the order Hemiptera, meaning that they are considered “true bugs.” Their superfamily, Cicadoidea consists of many subgroups that, while are generally very similar, have quite a few unique features. Compared to many…
Can pests be helpful?
Can Pests be Helpful? Although we call them ‘pests’ for a good reason, there are some environmental benefits from some common pests, have a read ! : Rats and Mice! “researchers study rats and mice because they are very similar to people genetically,”- According to…
Differences between bumlebees and honeybees
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BUMBLBEE & HONEYBEE Although these two might look similar they have a few traits that differentiates them , Lets have a look : Appearances: Bumble Bee Large , Round Fuzzy Bodies with Yellow and black Stripes During flight it almost seem like they…
Can Cockroaches Affect Your Health?
CAN COCKROACHES CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH? Not only can the infestation of pests in your home cause disturbing damage, but the potential health risks involved are alarming. Although homeowners are sensible and aware of this problem, the best course of action needs to be taken…
Bird Droppings Can Damage Your Roof
BIRD DROPPINGS CAN DAMAGE YOUR ROOF Did you know that there are many bird species that can have a significant impact on the lifespan of your roof? This is not something we would normally think of as a cause of roof damage, but bird droppings…
Why bugs like your house
Bugs & insects apart from their appearance really are not that different to humans in the sense they too require shelter, food, water, warmth & sleep to survive, and sorry to say they might like your house as much as you do . What attracts…
WHAT COMES FIRST, CLEANING OR PEST CONTROL
A question frequently asked when requiring pest control services is; “Do we clean first or have a pest control service done first?” The simple answer is “Clean first and get the pest control done after.” By doing this your home will be clean and sanitized…
NSW Heavy Rain, Floods & Pests
NSW Heavy Rain, Floods & Pests The Eastern side of Australia is facing what has been called “a one in a hundred-year event” with the heavy rain and flooding that has been battling our country for the last 10 days. While the rain and floods…