Apparently, termites have existed on Earth for over 250 million years. Given that their diet consists solely of wood, and that there are over 3,000 species of termite around the world, they must have eaten their way through billions of trees in that time. Unfortunately, termites eat anything as long as it consists of wood. That includes live trees, furniture, firewood, and (most distressingly of all) your house. A study at the University of Sydney found that termites cause $1 billion worth of damage throughout Australia each year, and attack 1 in every 5 homes.
18 July 2016
It is getting colder, and that means all the pesky creatures you don't like are looking for a warm hiding spot for the winter. If you have heard scurrying in your walls or in your roof tresses, there is a good chance a rat or two have claimed your home as their own. As someone with a sensitivity to chemicals, though, you want to banish rats from your residence naturally, so what choices do you have?
25 May 2016
Termites are wood-destroying insects, so it's natural for them to make a beeline for all your wooden furniture if they are present in your home. While termite treatment is necessary once you notice termites, knowing how to look for the signs in the first place requires some thought. This guide is designed to help you look for signs of termites in your home's wood. Look For Evidence Of Shelter Tubes Or Mud Tunnels
19 February 2016
When summer is on the horizon, you are likely excited about the warmer temperatures, having time off work or school, and enjoying more time with your family. Unfortunately, a variety of different pests are also fans of summer, including ants, spiders, fleas, and mosquitoes. Here are tips for controlling these pests when summer arrives. Seal All Entrances One of the first things you should do when you want to control pests is to prevent them from gaining entrance into your home.
20 January 2016
Termites are a destructive insect pest that you really don't want on your property. They're a problem right across Australia, and one that's getting worse in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. By carrying out regular, monthly inspections in and around your home, you can spot the early signs of termite activity and call out your local pest control company, like Frontline Termite & Pest Control, to deal with the pests before an infestation takes hold.
21 August 2015
Termites are one of the most destructive pests on earth as far as homeowners are concerned. However, knowledge is power, and with that in mind, here are six facts about termites that will help you to guard against a termite infestation. Spring alert Your home is at risk from termite infestation all year round, but termites are particularly active during the springtime when the colony begins to breed and expand. Termites will try to enter the walls and foundations of your home in order to feed on the cellulose contained within the structures during the summer months ahead.
27 July 2015
Four-legged friends bring joy into our lives, but in our homes they are also often responsible for also bringing an increase in unwelcome pests. To keep pests at bay, especially during the summer months, dog owners need to be extra diligent with their housekeeping and maintenance schedules. Here's how dog owners can prevent attracting household pests and how to control and infestation safely so your dog isn't at risk. Know the pests dogs can attract
25 June 2015