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Prevent Bed Bugs from Calling Your Airbnb Home

Prevent Bed bugs in Air BnB
March 9, 2021 12:00 am

Whether you are an established landlord or just thinking about renting out your property on Airbnb, you must consider how to protect your property. You not only want to keep it safe, clean, and well-appointed for your guests, but also make sure that you are doing things to keep your property values high once you decide to stop renting. It... View Article

Identifying Stored Product Pests

stored product pests
March 4, 2021 12:00 am

One of the most significant pest control issues that food retailers, cafes and restaurants face is stored product pests. These are pests that are often found in stored products, usually food products, though some non-food products can also attract pests. It is important to avoid these stored-product pests to keep your workplace pest-free. Just to Name a Few Stored Product... View Article

How to Reduce Autumn Pests in Your Home

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March 2, 2021 12:00 am

It is always easier to keep pests out of your home than to get rid of them once they have invaded. In autumn, pests are preparing for winter. They are continually hunting for a place where they can be warm, store food, find food and water, and keep themselves safe. You can do plenty of things to make sure that... View Article

How to Prevent Cockroaches from Entering My Home

Cockroaches on Table
February 25, 2021 5:11 am

The best way to keep cockroaches from entering your home is to block potential entry points and remove any attractants. Where to Begin with Preventing Roaches Blocking entry is the first step to prevent cockroaches. They can squeeze through extremely small spaces, so check around pipes and utility entry points and seal any cracks and crevices. Also, check around doors... View Article

What Diseases Can Flies Spread?

Disease Fleas
February 23, 2021 12:00 am

Flies are a nuisance and are unpleasant to have around, but they are more than just that. They are a significant vector for disease, which is why it is so important to control flies, both in and outside of your business, especially if your business includes food preparation, or people are eating and drinking. Flies are attracted to trash, ripe... View Article

Why You Need to Get Rid of Pest Birds ASAP

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February 16, 2021 9:42 am

Are pest birds giving you grief? While Australia is blessed with many beautiful birds, introduced species such as pigeons, house sparrowsmynas and starlings can wreak havoc in residential and industrial areas. While many people try to fix the problem themselves, this can be a drain on physical labour and require costly materials, then prove ultimately ineffective. Professional bird proofing services... View Article

When Are Mosquitoes Most Active

Mosquito Biting Skin
February 16, 2021 4:18 am

Summer is here.  With the warm weather and beautiful days, we also have one of the most annoying pests – the mosquito.  These bloodsucking critters are not just annoying, but also dangerous, as they play a pivotal role in the spread of disease.  You want to avoid them, but the long sleeves and long pants recommended by so many experts... View Article

Hygiene Vigilance for Food Retail

Restroom Hallway
February 12, 2021 9:34 am

While hygiene is important in any customer-oriented business, it is crucial to food retail businesses.  Food safety is a top concern when providing food to the public. Compromised food sources can lead to illness, which impacts your business and puts your customers at real risk.  Even if a restaurant only has a hint of non-hygienic practices, it can have a... View Article

How do bed bugs spread and how to control them?

Bed Bug Close Up
February 10, 2021 2:58 am

Bed bugs may not be associated with the type of disease or infection that is connected to other types of pests, but they are considered one of the most difficult of pests to eradicate.  They spread quickly and are notoriously resistant to most insecticides. One of the best ways to handle bed bugs is to prevent them from spreading.  Bed... View Article

How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Home This Summer

Spider on Desk
February 9, 2021 2:14 am

Australia is known for its spiders.  While spiders may be considered harmless in some other parts of the world, they are actually the most widely dispersed venomous animal in Australia.  Fortunately, even when spiders are present, they are unlikely to bite.  In terms of danger to humans, they are far less dangerous than bees, snakes, or sharks.  However, if you... View Article

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