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Why You Need A Specialist To Rid Your Home Of Cockroaches

Published on November 15, 2009 in Cockroach Control and General. 0 Comments

Hopefully cockroaches aren’t a problem you have to contend with every day, but if you’ve been seeing them around a lot as of late, you’ll need to get some professional help. You can use all of the insect bombs and other products you like, but they’ll just be back again before you know it. How can we be so sure of this? We know because Pink’s Sydney Termite Control has been around for some time now and we know everything there is to know about mice, rats, termites, fleas, cockroaches and any other household pests.

We’re here to help you solve your problems, but you may still want to try your hand at eliminating the problem yourself. We’d like to ask you what you know about the anatomy and the lifecycle of cockroaches – the less you know (and you probably know less than you think), the less likely you are to be able to handle them on your own.

Cockroaches are one of the toughest living creatures on the planet. Even with their head cut off, cockroaches can live for almost a year! This kind of durability may be admirable, but it certainly doesn’t work in the homeowner’s favor. They’re one of the most difficult pests to eradicate; which is why a cockroach problem calls for the help of a professional service like Pink’s Sydney Termite Control.

After all, if there was ever a nuclear explosion, the termites would survive while the human race would just evaporate. While we’re not going to go into detail about it, this is a fact when it comes to how hard cockroaches are to kill. If you’ve tried using most of the retail store chemicals to kill off your cockroach problem, you know exactly what we’re talking about.

A true service will come out to your home, assess the problem, and then take the appropriate action to eliminate it completely. While you may think all exterminator companies take this approach, it’s simply not the case. In fact, most companies will only try to get rid of the adult cockroaches running from room to room. However, Pink’s Sydney Termite Control gets to the root of the problem, which means finding the eggs and using the chemicals on them.

We could go on and on about why you need a specialist to do the job, but if you feel the need to take another stab at it is our guest. Just keep in mind that cockroaches can hold their breath for as long as 45 minutes. This means when you use spray or house bombs to counteract them, they can simply keep from breathing until there is a safe place to get fresh air. Did you know that?

So if you want to learn more about the cockroach, how it goes through its day, and what you can do to get rid of them, let Pink’s Sydney Termite Control help you. In the end you will be able to save money, time, and all those headaches you’ve had up until this point. Plus, your family will be safe from getting sick by these little creatures or the chemicals you’re using now.

If you’re concerned about any of these common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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Buying a Home? Ten Facts You Must Know About Termites

Published on November 5, 2009 in Commercial Pest Control, General, Pest Control, Termite Baiting, Termite Control, Termite Inspections and Termites. 0 Comments

Termites! They are everywhere and in Australia they are a real problem. A little known fact is that there are areas in Sydney that are termite-prone. If your home is located in one of these zones then you should have regular inspections scheduled. Another thing to keep in mind is if you are planning on purchasing a new home in Sydney then you need to make sure that the previous owners has been working to combat any such termite problem, because the last thing you need is to take on a big problem that can get much worse.

The fact of the matter is that you need to have pest control in your home in Sydney no matter if you own a home or if you are paying rent. Here are 10 termite facts that you must know, especially if you think you don’t need to take any precautionary action.

1. The termite menace is on the rise in Australia and the financial damages are phenomenal. Every year Australians lose millions of dollars in termite damage.

2. The estimate for new termite damage is about 130,000 homes each year. There are about 20% of homes damaged by termites in Australia.

3. The losses reported from termites are five times more that the losses seen from a combination of flood, fire and storms.

4. Coptotermes Acinaciformis (subterranean) and Kolatermes (dry wood termites) are the most common termite species in Sydney. These termites are well known for attacking structures that are brick and steel as well as those that are timber framed.

5. Termites develop a liking for building materials that are increasingly used in the construction of homes.

6. One averaged sized termite colony can chew up a room’s floor in just 3 months – yes, termites have quite an irrepressible appetite.

7. Termites do not stop when they eat the wood leading inside. Once there they begin to eat other things such as shoes and clothing, your furniture and even the electrical wiring.

8. If you attempt to rid your home of termites then you can actually cause more damage. Termites are smart and they know how to burrow into the soil to a safer place and once the poisons you have placed are no longer harmful they will return to their food source in your home and continue with their destruction with even more brute force. So the best thing you can do is leave the exterminating to the experts.

9. Most people know that you can detect termites by tapping on wood with a screwdriver handle. However what most don’t realize is that even doing that could cause the wood to crumble and give way. This will disturb the termites and will limit the options for treatments.

10. Not just anyone is qualified to treat termites, only those that have experience and have been trained in the specialised area of termites.

If you intend on purchasing a home in Sydney or if you already have one then you need to hire a pest control agency with termite specialists who knows these destructive creatures like the back of their hands. If you don’t then you are only placing your home and health in peril.

If you’re concerned about any of these common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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How to Win Hide and Seek Against Cockroaches

Published on October 22, 2009 in Cockroach Control, Commercial Pest Control, General and Pest Control. 0 Comments

No one likes cockroaches.  They’re large, quick-moving, insidious pests that can quickly take over your house.  They eat human food and pet food, and carry microbes on their bodies that can be potentially dangerous to people, including tropomyosin, which has been linked with asthma.  Finding one may be a sign that you have an infestation somewhere in your house.

We have all heard that cockroaches are hard to kill, but is it true?  The answer, unfortunately, is yes.  They can survive for a month without food, and some can go without any air for over half an hour.  This can make it difficult to get rid of them once you’re infested, and they’re also very hard to find.  A cockroach can fit into small crevices, some as tight as half a millimeter!  So how do you know if you have cockroaches?

They’re very hard to sneak up on, since the cockroach has a nerve running from their tail to their head that allows them to know quickly if there’s something coming up behind them.  But there is one good way to catch them, and that’s with light.  Cockroaches are nocturnal by nature, so it’s easy to find their hiding places.

First, enter a dark room very quietly, taking your time and moving slowly.  Then, simply flip on the lights and watch as the cockroaches run for the dark places.  They may hide behind your sinks, under cupboards and cabinets, or even inside of them, behind loose baseboards, beneath furniture, behind a mirror or picture hung on the wall, and of course, beneath beds, in closets, and in basements and attics.

Once they enter your house it’s hard to keep them away, but there are steps you can take to keep them from coming in.  First, don’t leave food out.  Wash your dishes, clean up all food and liquid spills, sweep and clean in the dark corners of your house often, and store your food in tight, pest-proof containers.  Roaches like to hide in cardboard boxes and woodpiles, so keep your firewood stacked away from the house.

Seal up any cracks in your foundation and walls, as well as those in your walls, floors, and ceilings.  Refresh the seals and caulking around your windows, tubs, and sinks as well as around any plumbing fixtures, furnaces, and outlets.  After all, they can squeeze through tiny, tight spaces, and will do so to get to food and shelter.

But how do you take care of them if you are infested?  There are a variety of bait traps out there, though the ones using boric acid, or containing hydramethylnon gel are the most effective.  Any bait with an egg killer agent can help you reduce the cockroach population in your house.  However, while these are useful against the occasional roach, what do you do against a full infestation?

To truly remove a cockroach infestation from your house, you should hire a professional extermination service.  They have more tools at their disposal to take care of the problem, the ability to answer your questions, and a guarantee that you won’t find in a small boxed trap.  Exterminators can also tell you if you have more than just roaches.

Cockroaches are hardy, clever pests that wreak havoc on homes around the world.  Preventing them takes only common sense, but getting rid of them takes the knowledge and experience that a professional can bring.  If you think you may have an infestation, rather than play a game of hide and seek with cockroaches, win!  Call an experienced and professional exterminator and get rid of the roaches forever.

If you’re concerned about any of these common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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Are Termites Eating Away Your Number 1 Asset Without you Knowing About it?

Published on October 5, 2009 in General, Termite Baiting, Termite Control, Termite Inspections and Termites. 0 Comments

Your home may be at risk right now from a menace which won’t make its presence apparent until the most serious damage has already been done.  Termites are a problem which cost five times as much in terms of damage than all natural disasters and fires taken together. There are, however some ways to identify a termite infestation. These insects are hardy and will change their habits to meet the conditions they find themselves in – this is why it’s important to get a professional inspection to determine whether or not your home is at risk.

A single colony of termites can do great damage to your home or your commercial building. Without being inspected, it is nearly impossible to tell that you have a termite infestation – until your building has been seriously damaged. There are risks to your building beyond structural damage; termites can create a fire hazard by damaging the coating which protects your wires. Termites cause a lot of damage to your home and can create a threat to the lives of you and your family.

And it’s not just wood that termites are after – they will eat just about anything, even furniture and clothes! Just imagine putting your hand into your pocket and finding a termite eating away at your clothes!

The number one investment you have is your home or business. To protect this investment, you should try to keep it free of the threat of termites. One thing to look for is the telltale sign that termites are digging channels in the wood of your walls. Look for any ridges in walls which come up from the ground as well as in your foundation. These are the channels created by termites as they literally eat away at your home.

Packed earth on the foundation walls is another sign of termite infestation. A build up of earth will often be left by termites where the flooring meets the joists in your home. You should also check spider webs for termite wings. There are even some sounds and odors which may be due to termites.

You should look for prevention as the primary means of dealing with termite infestation. Termites can cause thousands of dollars in damage to your home in as little as three months, making regular termite inspections of crucial importance. Especially if there has been a infestation nearby, you should have your home inspected at least once per year. If you live in Sydney, you must be especially careful – keep in mind that termites will move around and you certainly don’t want these uninvited guests showing up for dinner since your home is on the menu!

If you find any signs of an infestation, contact a specialist immediately. If you try to deal with them without professional help, they may simply go deeper into the soil and wait; breeding and waiting for the right moment to return.

If you suspect that your home may already have termites, or you just want to make sure and give yourself a little peace of mind, get a professional to help.  Pink Pest Services have fully trained and certified termite specialists that can assess your problem or let you relax knowing your valuable asset is safe.

Pink Pest Services uses state of the art equipment like fibre optics and thermal imaging to detect termite infestation. If they find termites, they will devise a plan to rid your building of the threat. If Pink Pest Services find nothing, you’ll be able to rest easier knowing your woodwork is termite free.

If you live in Sydney, you should have your home inspected at least once a year. Before buying a new home or commercial property, always bring in an expert such as Pink Pest Services – this can save you thousands of dollars; when it comes to termites, an ounce of prevention is certainly better than a pund of cure.

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Why do Termites Eat Houses and How do I Stop them Eating Mine?

Published on September 14, 2009 in General, Pest Control, Termite Baiting, Termite Control, Termite Inspections and Termites. 0 Comments

We absolutely love when people ask us why termites eat their homes. Keep in mind they don’t do it because of the irritation it’s causing you, but because it’s good for them! Seriously, how can wood be nutritional to any entity? It’s a debatable subject, but Pink’s Sydney Termite Control has been dealing with these issues for years. The goal is to help you understand how the pest works, then what needs to be done in order to eliminate the problem.

However, this doesn’t mean setting a trap on the floor and hoping they will all run to its location. Termites are a lot smarter then people give them credit for, which is why you should think about having a reputable exterminating company on your side. Oh, and if you’re still wondering what they do with this entire wood, wait until you read the answer we give you.

See, termites have enough microorganisms in their body to turn the wood they’re gnawing on into a nutritional diet. We definitely don’t suggest trying it, but the point is they can feast upon wood for as long as needed until it’s time to go elsewhere. Even if you’ve tried pesticides, enough servings of this from your home and they can become immune to it.

The only true way to get rid of termites permanently is by getting rid of the nest. Unfortunately, this is extremely difficult to find. The biggest problem will revolve around trying to contain the issue before their population expands. Why? Well, once you hit a certain timeline, they could destroy the inner walls of your home and bring on a costly reconstruction project.

Do you really want to take that risk? Of course not, and Pink’s Sydney Termite Control doesn’t want you to either. You may be sitting there thinking, “Eh, you’re just trying to sell me,” but the fact of the matter is this is a necessity if you don’t want long term problems. Just take a step back and think about it for a moment. Would you rather pay for a complete overhaul on your home, or trust the people who have been getting rid of termites for years?

Sure, once everything is all said and done you may need a little reorganising of your home, but every situation is unique. Even if you have a complete infestation, it’s a much easier process to call someone like us then it is making a phone call to you builder. The end result is thousands of dollars out of your pocket.

If we can educate you on everything a termite does regarding their feeding habits, where they enjoy nesting, and the appropriate steps to eliminate them, you’ll feel more comfortable using Pink’s Sydney Termite Control. After all, it’s in our name and we’ve been helping individuals just like you for a very long time.

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You Make Your Money When You Buy Property and You Can Lose it too

Published on August 5, 2009 in Commercial Pest Control and General. 0 Comments

Property investment is something which is attracting more and more people to the world of investing every single day. A lot of money can be made in this way, as long as you invest carefully. The potential profits are large in property investment, but so are the potential losses.

Here you will find some key information about potential problems that come with property investment. This will give you the knowledge to enable you to make right choices and make the most profit from your property investments.

First Things First – What Can go Wrong?

Let’s say that you’ve found that perfect property to invest in. It seems ideal and you can visualize the potential profits which the property can offer. You’ve got the cash on hand, you know they’ll accept your offer and you already have ac clear idea of what you will do with the property – so what can go wrong? The answer, sadly, is a lot!

Mr. Booth has just purchased his ideal investment property. Listed for $150,000, he managed to negotiate a closing deal of $120,000. Situated in an ideal location, the property is likely to bring in $180,000 at least once the required changes have been made. The changes themselves are minimal. Mr. Booth inspected the property himself and though he did find some problems, they seemed to only to be cosmetic – nothing that a few coats of paint and a few replacement lights wouldn’t fix. However, a month after the property had been purchased Mr. Booth noticed that the walls had become damp. After calling out an expert, he found out that the original owner had not repaired a leaky pipe. The pipe had started to leak more than ever and it had caused serious damage. It would cost thousands of dollars to repair as the pipes needed to be ripped out and replaced and a mould problem had developed which also needed eliminating.

The above is just one example of what can go wrong. There are so many unexpected problems that can arise from property investment that many people just do not consider. Other common potential problems include:

The cost of the property exceeds the selling costs

There are hidden problems with the property

Ending up with a property which is different than expected

Becoming emotionally involved with the property

Failing to recognize the competition

The above are just a few of the most common potential property investment problems. There are many more that you should also become aware of if you want to ensure that you make the right choices. So just how can you avoid making these mistakes?

Hiring a Professional

The easiest and sure-fire way to ensure that you do not fall for the most common potential property investment problems is by hiring a professional.

Hiring a property inspector is very helpful; they will give the property a thorough look and let you know what the problems are with the property, helping you to plan for investments. They can also give you information on the energy efficiency of the property and whether it is in compliance with building regulations.

You put a lot of money into investment properties so it makes sense to do things properly. By hiring a professional you will avoid making the mistakes that so many property investors make and therefore you will earn the most profits.

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7 Steps to Take Straight Away if Your Home is invaded by Pests/Rodents/ Termites

Published on February 18, 2009 in General, Pest Control, Rodent Control, Termite Control and Termite Inspections. 0 Comments

If you have normal occurrences of bug sightings or rodent droppings, you may actually have a bigger pest problem than you are aware of, since many more may not be seen. Termites attack 1 out of 5 homes in Sydney and they are becoming increasingly wider spread.  Not only can pests, rodents and termites cause damage to your home, they can also spread disease and illnesses.

The first step to take if you feel your home is being invaded is to make a close inspection of the inside and outside of your home.  Look for cluttered storage areas, food and water sources, overflowing garbage and leaking taps.  Most pests are searching for food, water and shelter, and once they have found a reliable source, they will settle in and multiply.  Because Sydney and Australia have many termite-prone areas, it may be necessary to have a building inspection done by a professional to determine if invasion exists.

Secondly, eliminate obvious reasons you have pests or rodents. Preventive measures can be taken, such as keeping clutter and garbage to a minimum.  For termites, do not stack items against your house, especially wood. Cockroaches often lay their eggs on grocery bags or in cardboard, so throw these items away as soon as possible after returning from the store.

The third step is to properly identify your pest problem because treatment can depend on the type of bug, cockroach, termites, ants or rodents that are the cause.  Save a specimen, in the event you need to call in a professional pest control service. If you have termites, you may need to have a termite inspection done by a professional to determine the amount of damage and treatment options.

The fourth step is to do an analysis of how the pests are gaining access to your home, food and water.  If you find an access hole, cracks or gaps around plumbing pipes, those need to be sealed to stop the invasion. Termites typically move from the earth to wood that is in contact with the ground.

Fifth, look at the treatment options for the type of pest you have.  Some bait traps may work for rodents, or home pest control chemicals and sprays may reduce the problem.  Eggs may hatch at later intervals, so it is often a process that may require more than one treatment. Many people will choose professionals for this process, to quickly eliminate the issue.

The sixth step will be monitoring the treatment, since eggs may continue to hatch, or baby rodents may leave the nest.  It is important to make sure there is effective treatment to prevent re-infestation.

Lastly, make sure you keep any documents and recommendations of the treatment.  If you have a termite inspection and treatment done by a professional service, you could need these guarantees and assessments if you decide to sell your home. The important thing is to call in a professional if other treatments are not working, as the problem will get continually worse.  In the case of termites, professional treatment will be necessary, and it is better to have inspections and treatments done, sooner than later.

If you’re concerned about any common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for assistance with professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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7 Questions to Ask When Choosing any Pest Control Company

Published on January 22, 2009 in Commercial Pest Control, General and Pest Control. 0 Comments

When the time comes to choose a pest control company, be sure that you are wary and that you choose carefully. Choosing poorly in this situation could see your pests back again in as little as week, it could have no affect on them at all or it could even potentially worsen your pest problem! So when deciding on a pest control company there are a few questions that you should ask.

What kind of experience do you have? When you are looking to get a great pest control company, remember that often different companies have different specialities. If you have a problem with subterranean termites, what kind of experience do they have with that kind of pest?

What organisations do you belong to? Most reputable pest control agencies belong to a local or national organisation of some sort.  One organisation that many excellent pest control companies belong to is the National Pest Management Association.  Belonging to this association means that you are dealing with an established business that holds to a specific code of ethics and has met certain qualifications.

How dangerous is this going to be to my children/pets? If there is anything in your home that has a weaker immune system than an adult human, this is something that you need to look in to.  If you find that some of the sprays that they are planning to use might be a little risky, ask from some alternatives (gels etc.), or go elsewhere.

Do you have any references? Ask if they have serviced anyone that you might have heard of, and if they have any testimonials to their name.  If you can find people who are satisfied with their service, there is a good chance that you will be as well.

Can I have it in writing? When the company that you are considering does an inspection, they should be willing to give you a piece of paper that tells you were the problems and infections are occurring. This will let you cross-check with another service to make sure that you are getting good information.

Are they making you feel rushed? Remember that if you have something like termites that you seldom need to act right this minute.  A delay of weeks or even of months will not make your issue worse, and you will find that a company that is trying to pressure you into committing to treatment right away might be trying to goad you into paying more or into overlooking some important details!

Have I called the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (or Better Business Bureau in the US)? If you suspect that a pest control company is not everything that it says it is, check with the ACCC. They will tell you if there have been many complaints against this company or if there have been any problems in the past. They may also be able to put you in touch with a regulatory board that oversees pest control companies in your area specifically.

Remember that choosing the right pest control company should give you good answers to all seven of these questions.  Remember that a pest control company has a responsibility to be both helpful and professional, and that to get the treatment that you need, you may need to do some investigating!

If you’re concerned about any common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for assistance with professional pest control in Sydney or call or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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The Danger of Rodents in Your Home

Published on January 15, 2009 in General, Pest Control and Rodent Control. 0 Comments

Any homeowner knows that rodents are a real nuisance, but did you know they could be dangerous as well? The danger that rodents pose to your home ranges from minor damage to severe illnesses. Therefore, before you think the mice in the attic are cute you should be aware of what professionals have to say about these furry creatures.  This is especially so for major hubs such as Sydney, Australia. Cities such as this one receive many imports from other countries where rodent transmitted diseases flourish.

Mice, rats, squirrels and other hairy rodents can do quite a bit of physical damage to your home. Once they find their way into your home, they will chew their way into any area that looks appealing to them. One of the huge dangers of this is the possibility that they will chew threw electrical wiring causing a short.

In addition to chewing holes everywhere, rodents can also ruin your home through the stench of their droppings. They drop as they walk and many times this will be in highly inaccessible areas, like your walls, appliances, and crawl spaces. While it takes a serious infestation to create this problem if you note the insane rapidity with which they breed it does not take that long to become seriously infested.

The danger of rodents in your home extends to the many diseases they carry. Potential diseases that rodents carry include:

Rickettsial Pox- A disease similar to chicken pox transmitted from the mites commonly found on rodents.

Food Poisoning- Specifically salmonella is contracted when food comes into contact with saliva, urine, or droppings of rats and mice.

Parasites- Many parasites can be transmitted to humans, particularly tapeworm and Trichinosis.

Hantavirus – Once thought to be rare this disease is showing up in rodents all over Australia. This serious and potentially fatal disease is spread through inhalation of dust that contains urine, saliva, or droppings. Direct infection from bites is also possible.

Rat bite fever- This is rare disease, generally only transmitted through a bite.

Plague- Another rare and old disease that is re-emerging. It is generally transmitted by fleas that piggyback on an infected rodent.

Now that you know some of the dangers let us look at some possible solutions to keep you and your home safe from the dangers that rodents pose.

The first thing you must do is seal up cracks around pipes, windows, and doors. Even the smallest crack can allow entrance to your home for many rodents. An inexpensive tube of caulking will go a long way toward this end.
One of the best weapons you can have is a natural predator. Cats are a good natural solution to a rodent problem.

Traps, sticky boards, and poisons are also steps that you can take to rid yourself of the danger of rodents in your home. If you have children or pets however care must be taken to ensure that the poison is kept out of their reach. Do not use poisons if you have a cat as the animal may become poisoned through contact with an affected rodent.

If you have seen one or two rodents then you have a minor issue that you should be able to take care of on your own, however if you have a larger infestation or live in an area of Sydney that is prone to other pests like termites you might want to consider seeking professional help and having your house checked for other pests at the same time.

If you’re concerned about rodents and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for assistance with professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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7 Common Household Pest Invasion Problems and How to Solve Them

Published on December 9, 2008 in Cockroach Control, General, Pest Control, Rodent Control, Spider Control and Termite Control. 0 Comments

1. Termites: Each year termites are responsible for billions of dollars worth of damage to homes in and around Sydney alone.

If you suspect your home may have been invaded by termites, it’s vitally important to book a qualified pest inspection company to inspect your home. If you’re considering buying or selling a home in the Sydney area, then termite inspection verification is often a condition of sale.

A simple treatment can not only help prevent the infestation spreading further, but also protect against the threat of future infestations.

2. Mice: Mice breed very rapidly in the tiniest of spaces. Not only do they spread disease and bacteria, they’re also capable of gnawing through even the toughest plastics to gain access to food.

A simple mousetrap, bait or poison is often effective to get rid of one or two mice but may pose a risk to children and pets. More serious measures might be needed if the mice have bred to infestation levels somewhere near your home.

3. Fleas: It only takes one flea to lay eggs on your pet or in your carpet and suddenly you have an infestation that is almost impossible to get rid of. They are capable of breeding at an incredible rate, so as quickly as you can kill them, there are thousands more in their place.

Fleas can spread diseases to your pets and cause severe allergic reactions, skin problems, rashes, and in severe cases even anaemia in people and pets alike.

Treating your pet and its bedding is a great start, but if the fleas return a professional treatment may be the simplest, most effective option.

4. Spiders: Spiders are unpopular whenever they pop up unexpectedly in your home.
There are several insecticide sprays available however care needs to be taken when using these.

5. Cockroaches: Nobody likes cockroaches. Not only are they notoriously difficult to kill, they love to breed in warm conditions, such as in your home. They communicate with each other by emitting pheromones, so if one cockroach finds a nice food source they can ‘call’ thousands of other cockroaches, leaving you with a swarm in your home.

Spraying or leaving cockroach traps can be effective but again, if their numbers get out of control, these methods won’t be enough.

6. Ants: Not only are ants annoying, but they’re persistent. When they’ve found a potential food source, they’ll persist and keep coming back even after you’ve sprayed.

Baiting is usually an effective way to handle an ant problem as the bait is taken back to the nest by the worker ants where it may be eaten by the queen ant.

7. Bees: Many people have severe allergic or anaphylactic reactions to bee stings, so disturbing a nest of bees yourself or trying to relocate them could cause them to swarm in self-defence.

Whilst some insect sprays may also work on bees this is not recommended as it may be difficult to ensure that the spray affects the entire hive. The safest option here is to contact a professional. If you have a honey bee infestation a local beekeeper may be willing to remove your bees for free.

Each of these pests is present in or near your home most of the time and normally they live harmoniously with humans. Many options are available to deal with these insects on a small scale, but when nothing you try works to get rid of them, it’s time to call in the professionals to get the job done quickly and safely.

If you’re concerned about any of these common pests and need some help exterminating them, you can contact Pink Pest Services for assistance with professional pest control in Sydney or call 02 9529 5222 for immediate assistance.

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