What Attracts Ticks and Fleas?
January 28, 2021 12:00 am
You may not think of insects as predators, but that is exactly what ticks and fleas are. They are predators and like much larger predators, they are drawn to the prey that offers them the most reward for the very least effort. While you may not be able to eliminate the risk of coming into contact with these bloodsuckers, by... View Article
Three Things That Can Attract Silverfish
January 25, 2021 12:00 am
Silverfish may be a small bug, but they can be a big problem. Unlike many other home-invading pests, they do not carry pathogens. That means you do not have to worry about catching diseases if you see silverfish in your home. That does not mean that they are harmless. On the contrary, silverfish are known for being extremely destructive, especially... View Article
Germ Hotspots in Commercial Offices
January 20, 2021 12:00 am
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us any lasting lessons, it is that our standard hygiene methods were no match for a super-virus. Even the cleanest looking commercial offices have areas that are germ hotspots, which require extra attention during the cleaning process and heightened hygiene efforts after coming into contact with them. By learning where these hotspots are, you... View Article
House of Horrors: Termites Wreak Costly Havoc on Sydney Home
January 19, 2021 1:56 pm
Landlords and homeowners beware! Termites can cause irreparable damage before you’re even aware they’re there, as proved by a horrific termite infestation in Sydney recently uncovered. Located in the leafy coastal suburb of Gymea, the three-bedroom house was on a big block of land surrounded by trees – the perfect breeding ground for termites. Having recently had tenants move out,... View Article
Non-Toxic Solutions for Moths and Cockroaches
January 15, 2021 12:00 am
No customers like to see pests on a premises, and the presence of pests like cockroaches and moths can even threaten the safety of your commercial establishment. However, while you want to get rid of these pests, you also have to be concerned about the impact that pest control methods will have on your property. Toxic pesticides are not safe... View Article
How to Keep Your Hotel Bed Bug Free
January 11, 2021 12:00 am
Bed bugs are a tremendous nuisance for any person running a hotel. They can not only ruin a guest’s experience but can ruin a hotel’s reputation. While it may be impossible to 100% bed bug-proof a hotel, there are several steps you can take to keep your hotel free of these pests. Prevention It may be impossible to make sure... View Article
Three Ways to Have an Insect Free Summer BBQ
January 7, 2021 12:00 am
Nothing bugs us like a summer BBQ that is overrun with pests. Flying insects can contaminate your food, leave you with painful bites, and otherwise just make a nuisance of themselves. However, because they can fly and are attracted to the smells of cooking food, it can be difficult to eliminate them completely. Get Your Backyard in Order The “wilder”... View Article
When Are Australian Scorpions Most Active
January 5, 2021 12:00 am
Think you might have a scorpion problem? If you suspect scorpions, then it helps to know when they are most active, so that you can look for evidence of them. Cousin to the Spider While you might think of scorpions as insects or bugs, they are actually arachnids. An arachnid is a creature with two body segments and eight legs,... View Article
Top 10 Bug Jokes
December 30, 2020 9:00 am
Professional exterminators hear lots of bug jokes. Some make us laugh, some cannot be reprinted in a family-friendly blog, some are gross, and some just makes us groan. We’ve pulled together 10 of our favourite family-friendly bug jokes for those of you who like to laugh at the little things in life. 1. Q: Where do bugs get off the... View Article
Insects You Won’t Believe Are Edible
December 23, 2020 9:00 am
Making a meal of your pest problem! Most people have heard of chocolate covered ants, though they consider them more of a novelty than real food. However, many different types of insects are actually edible. In fact, in some parts of the world insects make up an important protein-rich part of the everyday diet. They are also great from an... View Article