Pest Blogs for your Home and Business
Pest Blogs for your Home and Business
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What is the best protection against termites?
Government guidelines recommend that a termite inspection should be carried out at least once a year, depending on your property’s risk of termite activity. Learn MoreAllowing your termite inspector access to more of your property means that they can provide you with...
How to prevent a blowfly infestation
Although they have an important role in decomposing organic waste, the last thing you need this summer is a blowfly outbreak in your home or business. With blowfly season fast approaching, we’ve prepared this guide to help you keep pesky blowflies away for...
Garden Orb Weavers: Friend or Foe?
With their signature webs made popular in Halloween decorations, garden orb weavers are easy to spot in gardens all across Adelaide. Learn more about whether or not this common backyard spider is worth worrying about in this Hivemind blog.What questions will this...
What Not to do During a Bee Swarm
WHAT NOT TO DO DURING A BEE SWARM A single beehive can house up to 20,000 to 80,000 bees at a time, but what happens when it reaches capacity? Many bees are sent away to look for a new home. Also known as a bee swarm, we’ve prepared some tips on what to avoid...
How to prevent birds from nesting in your roof
With the winter chill setting in, the last thing you need to worry about is a flock of pest birds sheltering in your roof. They’re messy, noisy and cause damage to your building. Continue reading to find out how you can stay free of pest birds this winter season.What...
Termite nests: what they look like and how to prevent them
Adelaide is riddled with termite nests which are home to some of the most destructive termite species in Australia. With an entire colony of hungry termites to feed, these nests can cause significant and expensive damage to buildings. Find out how you can protect your...
How to Rat Proof Your Roof
With the winter chill well and truly setting in, it’s no surprise that rats are seeking refuge inside, just like the rest of us! Noisy, messy and unhygienic, rats make the most irritating houseguests, so we’ve put together 4 helpful tips for you to keep rats away from...
How to Prevent Anthills in Your Garden
With the remarkable ability to sniff out food up to 6 metres away, hungry ants won’t hesitate to set up a new anthill once they find a great place to feed. Avoid having ants marching their way to your home and garden by following our top tips to prevent anthills all...
Your Guide To Winter Pests
So, pests aren’t usually a problem in winter, right? Unfortunately not. Just like people, pests such as rodents, spiders, ants, cockroaches, and silverfish look for warm places to nest and hibernate. Continue reading to learn more about how to avoid these frustrating...
Silverfish Proof Your Kitchen and Bathrooms
With a life span of 6 years, an attraction to high moisture areas such as bathrooms, and an appetite for kitchen pantry staples, silverfish are certainly not ideal houseguests. In this Hivemind blog, we share our top 7 tips to help you keep silverfish away from your...
Rodent Control for Distribution Facilities
A serious threat to distribution facilities, hungry rodents can make a mess, contaminate stock and have a negative impact on your business if you don’t act fast to stop them. This guide is for busy facilities managers to help safeguard your business from the threat of...
5 Ways to Prevent Pest Birds this Winter
With the winter chill setting in, the last thing you need to worry about is a flock of pest birds sheltering in your roof. They’re messy, noisy and cause damage to your building. Continue reading to find out how you can stay free of pest birds this winter season.What...
Spider Proofing your Home and Garage
In cold weather, your home can provide the perfect safe haven for spiders looking for shelter and warmth. In this Hivemind blog, we share with you 9 ways to prevent these pesky spiders from crawling around your living spaces once and for all.What questions will this...
How to Prevent Termite Damages in Commercial Buildings
A pest infestation in a busy commercial building or business premises is the last thing you need. When the infestation is termites, it’s even worse. A termite outbreak can cause expensive damage, breach government safety regulations and put your tenants at risk. Avoid...
How To Stop Possum Problems in your Backyard
A notorious pest for many gardening enthusiasts, possums have a huge appetite for numerous types of plants, fruits and vegetables growing in your yard. Keen to stick around, chances are their closest nesting spot is inside your roof! Avoid having noisy, messy and...
Your Guide To Fire Ant Control
Introduced to Australia over 20 years ago, fire ants are known for their painful stings. A serious agricultural pest, they will eat anything from plants, insects and decomposing animals to food staples in your kitchen. Avoid getting stung by feisty fire ants by...
What do termite inspectors look for?
Although they are a threat all year round, termite outbreaks can be hard to detect. In fact, termites are thought to affect 1 in 5 houses in Adelaide, and cause thousands of dollars in damage that unfortunately isn’t covered by insurance. Learn how licensed termite...
Cockroach control for distribution facilities
No matter if it’s summer or winter, cockroaches are tough pests that are capable of surviving in any environment. With distribution facilities providing plenty of shelter, food and water, they provide ideal conditions for pesky cockroaches to spread germs and cause...
ARE THE NOISES IN YOUR ROOF POSSUMS OR RODENTS?
ARE THE NOISES IN YOUR ROOF POSSUMSOR RODENTS?Are you hearing noises in your roof at night? Chances are, it’s either pesky possums or rodents. You might never get a chance to see them, but they can make a mess around your home, damage your property and spread germs...
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SILVERFISH CONTROL
They live up to 6 years, thrive in tough environments, and have an appetite for many household items. Silverfish feed on everything from pantry staples such as grains and cereals to paper, fabric, and furniture, making your home or business the perfect haven for them...
HOW TO AVOID COCKROACH INFESTATION
HOW TO AVOID COCKROACH INFESTATION Though they are small, cockroaches are experts at carrying and spreading germs and diseases from one place to another. This can potentially pose a huge problem not just in your home, but also if you are running a commercial...