Rats are medium-sized, long-tailed rodents that are common pests in homes all over the world. Although there’re several reasons why you wouldn’t want these pests inside your home, the most prominent is their destructive nature. Rats gnaw on almost any material they come across from wire insulation to plastic pipes. This not only causes expensive […]
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Marine Applications of Bird Repellers
Birds, although pretty to look at, can be quite a handful when they invade your property. It is especially problematic in marine settings where perching and roosting options are quite limited making anything in site, including your marine vessel, quite attractive. The presence of large numbers of birds (although annoying) is not really the major […]
A Complete Guide To Stray Cat Pests
It’s hard to imagine that such a cute and harmless animal could be considered a pest. But the truth of the matter is that animals are not labelled pests on account of their looks rather than their behaviour and the trouble they cause. And cats can cause a lot of trouble when they invade your […]
A Complete Guide To Mice Pests
Mice are small warm-blooded animals that are found in almost all parts of the world. They are some of the most destructive pests you could have in your home. Mice gnaw at virtually anything within reach from food to plastics and wire insulation. They chew through walls, floor joists and can even damage your home’s […]
A Complete Guide To Fly Pests
Introduction Signs Of Fly Infestations: If you see several of the following signs then you may be facing a fly infestation: live flies (many of them not just the odd one that flew in through the window) maggots or fly larvae clusters of dark spots on your walls (which is fly droppings) Flies are a […]
A Complete Guide To Fruit Fly Pests
Fruit Flies As Pests As their name suggests, fruit flies are attracted to fruit – rotting/fermenting fruit to be more specific. They are, however, not restricted to fruits as their only source of nutrition but will also feed on other fermenting organic matter. With the ability to lay up to 400 eggs at a time […]
A Complete Guide To Silverfish Pests
The name might mislead you into thinking that these insects are related to fish: far from it. They actually got this name from their silvery colour and the fish-like appearance of their movement. Introduction Silverfish, otherwise known as fishmoths are small wingless insects that feed on starches, sugar, dextrin in adhesives and other carbohydrates/polysaccharides. Although […]
Cat and Dog Control – The Options
Having a cat or dog problem can be frustrating, especially when you do not have any pets of your own. When these animals are wandering around your neighbourhood, it can be a full time challenge to try to discourage them from accessing your garden. You may find that these animals can become a nuisance because […]
New Zealand Indoors Summer Insect Pests
Summer means warmer temperatures and warmer temperatures mean more bugs. Bugs reproduce at a higher rate during summer making them a bit more difficult to manage. Insects make your home uncomfortable to live in. They may not cause any harm to you, but just having them around is enough to annoy you – maybe even […]
Pest Control For Winter
Many pests will be looking for a safe haven over the winter season and many of them will seek refuge in your home because it is warm and provides them with a safe haven from the elements. Mice like to nest in basements and attics and can cause a serious amount of damage to your […]