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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
How to Stop Fire Ants Before They Go Out of ControlThey’re fast. They’re fiery. And they don’t wait for an invitation. Known for their painful stings, fire ants have been marching across Australia for over two decades. They’re ruining picnics, building dome-shaped...
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 INFESTATIONS
Simple Tips to Prevent a Cockroach Infestation in Your HomeA cockroach infestation is not just annoying; it’s a full-blown health hazard. You’ll spot one in your kitchen today, and the next thing you know, they’ve taken over your skirting boards, food storage, and...
YOUR GUIDE TO SUMMER FLY CONTROL
YOUR GUIDE TO SUMMER FLY CONTROLA quintessential part of the Australian summer, it’s often hard to keep flies away from your backyard barbecue. In this Hivemind article, we have some tips to help you stop them from being a nuisance this festive season. What questions...
TYPES OF TERMITES IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA
TYPES OF TERMITES IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA With one in five homes experiencing extensive structural damage from termites, they are a notorious pest in South Australia. However, while there are over 300 species of termites in Australia, only a small number are...
How to Spot Venomous Spiders in Australia This Summer
GUIDE TO PREVENTING SPIDER INFESTATION IN YOUR HOMESummer in Australia means BBQs, beach days… and more spiders. While most aren't harmful, a venomous spider can still turn a sunny afternoon into a hospital visit. With over 10,000 species crawling around, knowing how...
HOW TO PREPARE FOR A MOSQUITO FREE SUMMER
HOW TO PREPARE FOR A MOSQUITO FREE SUMMER Looking forward to outdoor entertaining over the festive season? Watch out for pesky mosquitoes! It’s not just their itchy and irritating bites that will spoil the fun – they can also spread some pretty nasty diseases....
How To Prevent Termites In Commercial Buildings
Termites are a notorious pest to homes and businesses in Australia. They are thought to be responsible for significant damage that requires repairs averaging $10,000 per home — and it isn't covered by insurance. For commercial buildings, the cost can be much higher...
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...