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How to Treat Bed Bug Bites on Human Skin: Relief, Remedies & When to Act
So, how do you treat bed bug bites? Start by washing the affected skin with soap and water. Apply a cold compress. Use an anti-itch cream or calamine lotion. And avoid scratching, no matter how tempting. If the bites worsen or signs of infection appear (which...
Why Do Ants Come Inside The House?
Because your home has everything ants want, from food to water, and shelter. That’s the short answer. But if you’re seeing tiny ants marching across your benchtop or around the pet food bowl, there’s more going on under the surface. At Allstate Pest Control,...
Is Possum Dangerous to Humans?
Yes, possums can be dangerous, though not in the way most people think. They’re not naturally aggressive. But when cornered, a possum may bite, scratch, or spread harmful diseases through droppings and parasites. At Allstate Pest Control, we've...
How to Treat Termites
Highly destructive and hard to detect, termites are thought to cost Adelaide homeowners between $5,000 to $10,000 per year in repair bills. Find out how to treat termites infesting your home in today’s Hivemind blog.What questions will this article...
What Smells Do Rats Hate?
Thanks to a set of highly evolved sense receptors, rats possess an extraordinary ability to smell that plays a huge role in their survival. In today’s Hivemind blog, you’ll learn what smell do rats hate, and how to use their own senses against them to keep them...
What attracts flies?
(And how to keep them away)What attracts flies to your home or business? Whether you're dealing with a sudden outbreak or a few persistent pests, understanding what draws flies in can help you prevent them. Find out what attracts flies and how to prevent...
What does a Possum look like?
Possums might look cute and cuddly, but when they’re thumping across your roof at night or leaving droppings in your garden, they quickly become a serious pest. Possums are noisy, messy, and one of the most common wildlife pests in Adelaide homes.. In...
How To Keep Rats Away In Winter
They’ll keep you up at night, eat your food and damage your furniture. A pack of rats is the last thing you need running rampant through your home during the coldest months of the year. Learn how to protect your home with expert rat control services in Adelaide in...
Are Termites Active in Winter?
The short answer: yes! Winter is an important time as any to protect your home against termites. Read on to learn how to termite-proof your home this winter. What questions will this article answer?What are the signs of termite activity in...
How to Get Rid of Carpet Beetles in Your South Australian Home
Carpet beetles might be tiny, but the damage they cause can be surprisingly big. From chewing through natural fibres to causing skin irritation, these oval-shaped insects are a nuisance and a sign that something deeper is going on inside your home. Whether...
What Does Rat Poop Look Like? How to Identify and Handle It
Rats don’t need an invite to settle in, but they sure leave a trail when they do. One of the most telling (and frankly gross) signs of a rat infestation is the sudden appearance of rat poop in places you least expect—under sinks, behind cupboards, or near the...
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches
Finding one cockroach in your home is unsettling. Finding more is a clear sign that something’s brewing behind the walls, under the sink, or inside your pantry. Whether it’s the German cockroach darting across your tiles or the big, noisy Australian cockroach...
Guide to Wasp Nest Removal in South Australia: Safe Ways to Get Rid of Wasps
Imagine stepping out to the backyard only to hear that unmistakable buzz around the fence line – or worse, right under the eaves of your roof. You look up and there it is: a growing wasp nest. Whether it’s paper wasps dangling from your pergola or European wasps...
How to Kill Bed Bugs | Guide to Bed Bugs Treatment
Bed bugs are a real nightmare – tiny, sneaky, smelly, and hard to kill. They hide where you sleep, feed on your blood, and multiply like crazy. One day, you notice a few bites. The next, you’re stripping your bed at 2 AM, shining a torch along the mattress seams,...
How to stop possums entering your roof space
They’re messy, destructive and cause a racket in your roof at night! In this Hivemind blog, we’re sharing 4 ways that you can prevent pesky possums from nesting in your roof so you can reclaim your beauty sleep once and for all.What questions will this article...
Commercial property pest prevention checklist
If pests weren’t enough of a nuisance in homes, their presence in commercial properties can have devastating consequences. Avoid disruptions to your day-to-day operations and risking the health and safety of customers and employees with our 7-point pest prevention...
How Termites Adapt To Changing Seasons
They’re small, move discreetly and cause silent damage in homes and businesses across Adelaide. Learn more about what makes termites the ultimate perennial pests and how you can avoid termite attacks no matter the season in this Hivemind blog.What questions will this...
Autumn Pest Prevention for Hospitality Venues
As the weather cools down, hungry and cold pests are looking for food, warmth and shelter, and your hospitality venue ticks all the boxes! Learn more about how to keep your business compliant and safe from uninvited pests this autumn in today’s Hivemind blog.What...
How to Check for Bed Bugs — and What to Do if You Find Them
Bed bugs are making a comeback. Once thought to be a problem of the past, these little bloodsuckers are now turning up everywhere – homes, hotels, offices, even public transport. They don’t care if you live in a luxury apartment in Adelaide or a cosy little unit in...
How to Get Rid of Ants in the House
An ant infestation often starts with one. A single ant scouting your kitchen bench or pantry. Before you know it, there’s a full-blown trail marching towards the crumbs you missed after brekkie. Ants aren’t just a nuisance; they can be a real problem. Ants invade...
Early signs of autumn pests
EARLY SIGNS OF AUTUMN PESTSAs the summer festivities wind up and days get cooler, you might naturally assume that pests will also disappear. Unfortunately, this is not the case for ants, cockroaches, spiders and rodents. Learn how you can identify these common autumn...