Moving home can be very stressful, and it’s natural that not everything will go according to plan. It’s often impossible to spot every potential problem with a property before moving in - and that includes a termite infestation. If you suspect that your new home is infested, stay calm. Before you put the house straight back up for sale and move into a hotel for a week, try following the advice below.…
Read More »Once upon a time, when you were young and responsibility was an alien concept, pigeons were kind of fun. You probably tossed handfuls of bread to them, just as you did the ducks and geese in your local park. How were you to know that one day these cute, plodding creatures would wreak such havoc on your property? Introduced to Australia in the late 19th century, feral pigeons (or rock doves) are notoriously difficult to remove once they set up home.…
Read More »Unfortunately, scorpions are a fact of life, but luckily, there are things you can do to keep scorpions away from your home. You simply need the right supplies. If you have a scorpion invasion or just want to ensure you are prepared in case one occurs, here are five items that can help: 1. Machete or Other Plant Removal Tools If you have plants bordering your home, they give scorpions a place to hide, and they work as a vegetation bridge between the ground and your home.…
Read More »Rats are most often active at night, making them difficult to see. Since they hide from humans in the day, it may be easier for you to spot signs of a rat infestation, instead of the actual rodent in your home. If you notice any of these signs of a rat problem in your home, you will need intervention from professional pest control services. Droppings Of Rats Rat droppings are usually concentrated in specific areas along their habitual travel paths between a hole in your wall and your kitchen or some other area where food is located.…
Read More »Ants might be small in size, but a colony of ants within your home can be a major pest problem. When you have one ant, you have many ants, which means that you need to take measures that allow you to make your home a space that is not welcoming. Instead of using chemical pest removal products, it is possible to use natural methods of removal that are still designed to deliver real results.…
Read More »Bed bugs are tiny insects that feed on blood. They can cause welts and itching on the affected spots of your skin. This article discusses some ways by which you can protect yourself from taking these pests home after you have been exposed to them. Check Hotel Beddings Very many people use hotel beds so it is easy for one traveller to infest a bed and expose other hotel guests.…
Read More »If you have a termite infestation on your property, you’ll need to call out a pest control company right away to deal with the problem. But if you have pets in your home, how do you know that the termite treatment is safe for them? Read on to find out more. Termiticide and pet safety Generally speaking, the special termiticides used by professional pest control companies are not harmful to humans, so you and your family won’t have to vacate your home during treatment.…
Read More »