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Are Bees Considered Pests?
ARE BEES CONSIDERED PESTS?Since bees play an important part in keeping our plants and crops healthy and thriving, can they ever be a pest? The answer is yes! There are certain bee species that are thought to compete with other bees and native animals for nesting sites...
How to Prevent a Flea Infestation in your Home
HOW TO PREVENT A FLEA INFESTATION IN YOUR HOMEWith a notorious reputation for being a nuisance to our pets, fleas can also cause problems to people. With their itchy and irritating bites and the ability to spread serious diseases, you’ll want them gone as soon as...
How to tell the difference between ant species in Australia
There are at least 1,275 known species of ants in Australia, but only a few are considered as household pests. It's handy to know which species you're dealing with in the event of an outbreak, as this can affect the type of treatment you'll need to manage them for...
How to Prevent Ants in Spring
HOW TO PREVENT ANTS IN SPRINGWith warm weather on its way, the last thing that you need is an army of ants infiltrating your home and yard. However, come spring, hungry ants that have been quietly hibernating during winter will start to emerge and forage for food to...
How to manage rats in winter
HOW TO GET RID OF RATS IN WINTER Like most pests, rats are naturally drawn to the warmth and shelter indoors when winter sets in. However, they certainly aren’t the best house guests to have around. Not only are rats noisy and active at night, keeping you and...
Your guide to Pigeon Control
YOUR GUIDE TO HUMANE PIGEON CONTROL Introduced to Australia from Europe, feral or pest pigeons have become well adapted to urban environments and steadily increased in population since. Unfortunately, these noisy pests can also carry diseases, parasites, leave a...
Are Termites Active in Autumn
ARE TERMITES ACTIVE IN AUTUMN? Just because the weather is getting cooler, it doesn’t mean that active termites will just disappear. Like many other creepy crawlies, you’ll find that they thrive better in warmer conditions, but are still able to survive well in...
The Ultimate Guide to Fabric Pests
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO FABRIC PESTS Finding insects eating away at your clothes, furniture or carpet may not sound like a situation that you’d expect to see. However, it’s an unfortunate reality when you’ve got a fabric pest outbreak. Although they tend to prefer...
Tips To Prevent Pests In Autumn
TIPS TO PREVENT PESTS IN AUTUMNIt’s been a warm couple of months – perfect for going to the beach, relaxing and spending a whole lot of time outside. As the autumn weather forces us back indoors, you’d be forgiven for thinking pests are also going into hibernation and...
The Ultimate Guide to Wasp Control
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WASP CONTROLAlthough bees and wasps can be hard to tell apart, it is best not to confuse them. Wasps can be very aggressive when provoked, their stings feel more painful and, to make matters worse, they can sting multiple times. Wasps play a key...
Getting Rid of Ants – The Complete Guide
GETTING RID OF ANTS – THE COMPLETE GUIDE With summer finally here, you’ll be sure to notice more ants marching around. Outside in the garden or intruding in the kitchen, these tiny terrors can multiply quickly and become a huge problem to your home or business...
Ultimate Guide to Bee Prevention
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEE PREVENTIONAs your garden starts to bloom again after a long, cold winter, you can give thanks to bees for helping out. With a key role in pollinating and assisting plants to grow and survive, bees are an important part of our food production...
9 signs of termites you need to know about
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 More Allowing your termite inspector access to more of your property means that they can provide you with...
How to manage spiders this spring
HOW TO GET RID OF SPIDERS THIS SPRINGNow that spring is upon us, have you been noticing more spiders around your house? Chances are, they were actually there for months, quietly hiding throughout winter. As they emerge from hibernation looking for food, you’ll notice...
What Do Termites Look Like? A Guide to Identifying Termites
Have you noticed small insects around your home and wondered if they are termites? What do termites look like exactly? It can be tricky to tell because termites can look different, even if they are from the same colony. Since termites are born into separate castes,...
Ultimate Guide to Stored Product Pests
ULTIMATE GUIDE TO STORED PRODUCT PESTS It can be frustrating to find tiny insects crawling around your kitchen pantry and helping themselves to your food before you’ve had a chance to enjoy it yourself. Many of stored product pests enter your home through...
Are Pest Pigeons a Problem in Winter?
ARE PEST PIGEONS A PROBLEM IN WINTER? While it’s true that most birds prefer to escape to warmer climates for winter, pigeons are an exception. They have traits that make them highly adaptable to survive in cold weather. They find it even easier to survive by...
7 Tips to Keep Rats Out of Your House This Winter
With the cold weather sweeping in, it’s a popular time for rats to seek shelter and warmth inside your house. Unfortunately, rats are among the worst houseguests you could have. Beyond the noise and smells, they contaminate your food – spreading germs and serious...
OvoControl Press Release
Family-owned Allstate has always been at the forefront of commercial pest control, but their latest innovation will positively impact businesses of all sizes.
Your Guide to Pest Control Sprays
YOUR GUIDE TO PEST CONTROL SPRAYS When pests invade your home or business, it can be tempting to reach for the can of Mortein, but often there’s a larger underlying pest problem. That’s where a professional pest control treatment and spray can help. At Allstate,...
How often do I need a termite inspection?
How often do I need a termite inspection?Subterranean termites are the main species of termites in Adelaide, and these highly destructive creatures are notorious for causing substantial damage to homes and businesses. The best way to prevent them from costing you...